Boarding House Master

Location: Sahakpaligu, Tamale, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 07 August 2026

About Savannah International School

Savannah International School is dedicated to delivering a world-class education within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. We strive to develop confident, responsible, and globally minded learners who are equipped to excel academically and contribute positively to society.

Our boarding programme plays a vital role in supporting students’ academic success, personal growth, wellbeing, and character development. We are committed to creating a welcoming residential community where students feel safe, valued, and supported.

We are seeking a dedicated, caring, and highly organized Boarding House Master to lead and manage our boys’ boarding house while fostering a positive and enriching boarding experience for all students.

Position Summary

The Boarding House Master will oversee the day-to-day management of the boarding house, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, discipline, and personal development of boarding students. The successful candidate will create a supportive residential environment that promotes academic achievement, positive behaviour, personal responsibility, and community living.

The role requires a strong educator and mentor who can build meaningful relationships with students while maintaining high standards of care, safeguarding, and pastoral support.

Key Responsibilities

Boarding House Leadership & Management

• Lead the effective operation and administration of the boarding house.
• Establish a welcoming, supportive, and well-structured residential environment for students.
• Ensure boarding house routines, procedures, and expectations are implemented consistently.
• Supervise boarding students and maintain high standards of conduct, discipline, and personal responsibility.
• Manage boarding house records, reports, attendance, and student welfare documentation.

Student Welfare & Pastoral Care

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and pastoral support to boarding students.
• Promote students’ emotional wellbeing, personal growth, and social development.
• Monitor student welfare and respond appropriately to personal, academic, or behavioural concerns.
• Foster a culture of mutual respect, inclusion, and community engagement within the boarding house.
• Act as a trusted adult who supports students in navigating boarding life successfully.

Safeguarding & Student Safety

• Ensure the safety, security, and wellbeing of all boarding students at all times.
• Implement and uphold school safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Respond appropriately to student welfare concerns and escalate issues when required.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure boarding facilities remain safe and conducive to student wellbeing.
• Support emergency preparedness and crisis response procedures.

Academic Support & Student Development

• Encourage positive study habits and academic achievement among boarding students.
• Monitor student academic progress and collaborate with teachers to support student success.
• Create opportunities for personal development, leadership, and life-skills learning.
• Support students in maintaining a balanced approach to academics, extracurricular activities, and personal wellbeing.

Parent & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians regarding student welfare and development.
• Build positive relationships with families and respond to concerns professionally and promptly.
• Work closely with school leadership, teachers, counselors, nurses, and boarding staff to support student success.
• Participate in parent meetings, school events, and boarding community activities.

Residential Life & Community Building

• Organize activities that promote community spirit, student engagement, and positive relationships.
• Encourage student leadership and participation in boarding house initiatives.
• Foster an environment where students feel respected, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• Promote cultural awareness, diversity, and responsible citizenship within the boarding community.

Qualifications & Educational Requirements

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Psychology, Child Development, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience within a Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) environment.
• Additional qualifications in pastoral care, safeguarding, counseling, or boarding education will be an advantage.

Professional Experience

• Experience teaching within a CAIE curriculum environment is required.
• Previous experience working in a boarding school setting will be highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience supporting student wellbeing, discipline, and pastoral care.
• Experience supervising young people in residential, educational, or youth development settings will be an advantage.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the Application button.