Job Description
The Aga Khan Schools (AKS), an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), is a global education system of schools, hostels and non-formal education programmes, serving more than 120,000 learners annually across 12 countries in East Africa, the Middle East, and South and Central Asia. Supported by over 7,000 teachers and staff, alongside dedicated volunteers, AKS is committed to improving quality of life through education by expanding access to high-quality, values-based learning that prepares learners to contribute meaningfully to their communities and an increasingly interconnected world. More information...
Discipline, Safety & Pastoral Support
- Implement student behaviour policies and oversee discipline in alignment with the Academy’s philosophy of restorative and educational approaches.
- Chair meetings with residence, counselling, and other teams to ensure a coordinated approach to student support.
General Expectations & Reporting
- Ensure all residential programmes reflect the Academy’s ethos.
- Collaborate with academic and administrative staff to create a seamless student experience between residential and school life.
- Act as a liaison between student representatives and senior leadership, ensuring that student concerns are actively addressed.
- Maintain oversight of health and safety compliance in residential spaces, ensuring adherence to safeguarding and student welfare policies.
- Regular reporting and consultations with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment between strategic direction and daily operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field (a master’s degree is preferred).
- At least five years of experience in a leadership role within a boarding school or residential setting.
- Solid understanding of child development, safeguarding policies, and pastoral care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build str
📌 Head of Residential Life (India)
🏢 AKDN
📍 India