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Marlborough College · 1 day ago

Head of International Pupil Welfare

Marlborough, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern, Mid, Senior Level

£0/yr - £45K/yr

Marlborough College is focused on providing outstanding care for international pupils, ensuring they feel supported, safe, and integrated into College life. The International Pupil Welfare Lead will oversee wellbeing, cultural adjustment, and safeguarding, collaborating closely with House staff, parents, guardians, and the pastoral team.

EducationHigher Education

Responsibilities

Act as an additional point of contact for international pupils and their families

Support pupils’ emotional, social, and cultural adjustment to boarding life

Promote inclusion and cultural awareness across the College community

Monitoring attendance in support of the HMs and Safeguarding in conjunction with the DSL

Provide guidance and reassurance to pupils and parents on welfare matters

Work closely with Housemasters/mistresses, safeguarding team, and academic staff to address any concerns promptly

Deliver briefings and updates to staff on international pupil welfare

Oversee compliance processes relating to guardianship for all boarding pupils (Child Student Visa sponsored and non-sponsored)

Ensure all appointed guardians comply with UKVI requirements and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools

Oversee and check all Letters of Undertaking, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with statutory and regulatory standards

Collate Parental Consent Forms and Guardian agreements prior to pupils joining

Carry out Guardian checks to ensure necessary compliance

Check all travel arrangements and Whereabouts Forms for overseas pupils at privs, exeat weekends, half terms, and the school holidays are compliant with UKVI requirements, the National Minimum Standards and safeguarding expectations

Liaise with House staff and safeguarding teams to verify that guardian and travel arrangements remain suitable and compliant throughout a pupil’s time at the College

Qualification

Pastoral care experienceSafeguarding knowledgeCultural sensitivityOrganisational skillsCompliance knowledgeWellbeing strategiesISAMs familiarityCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail