Chief Warden

**Job Title**: Head Warden
**Location**: The Academic City School, Nelamangala, Bangalore
**Reporting To**: Principal

**Job Summary**:
The Head Warden is responsible for overseeing the overall functioning of the hostels, ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of all boarding students and staff. The role involves supervising wardens, maintaining discipline, coordinating with academic and administrative teams, and creating a nurturing residential environment that aligns with the school’s ethos.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Hostel Administration & Supervision**
- Oversee day-to-day operations of boys’ and girls’ hostels.
- Allocate rooms, maintain occupancy records, and ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
- Supervise wardens, caretakers, housekeeping, and support staff.

**2. Student Care & Well-Being**
- Ensure the safety, health, and welfare of boarding students at all times.
- Address students’ personal, social, and emotional needs.
- Conduct regular rounds to maintain discipline and resolve conflicts.
- Organize orientation sessions for new boarders and parents.

**3. Discipline & Security**
- Enforce hostel rules and regulations consistently and fairly.
- Maintain a secure environment with proper attendance, gate logs, and night checks.
- Liaise with security staff to ensure 24/7 safety and emergency preparedness.

**4. Coordination & Communication**
- Coordinate with the Principal, teachers, and administrative teams on student matters.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student behavior and hostel life.
- Prepare and submit periodic reports on hostel activities, maintenance, and incidents.

**5. Events & Student Engagement**
- Organize and oversee hostel activities, cultural events, and recreational programs.
- Encourage positive student interaction and life skills development.

**6. Maintenance & Inventory**
- Monitor hostel infrastructure, furnishings, and facilities for upkeep.
- Ensure timely repair and maintenance in coordination with the admin team.
- Maintain records of hostel inventory, supplies, and budget utilization.

**Key Skills & Competencies**:

- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Good organizational and administrative skills.
- Ability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively.
- Familiarity with residential school culture and adolescent care.

**Qualification & Experience**:

- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (preferred in Administration, Education, or Social Work).
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in hostel/residential school management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Fluency in English and local language; basic computer proficiency.

**Work Conditions**:

- Full-time, residential position with 24/7 availability.
- Accommodation and meals typically provided on campus.

**Application Process**:
Pay: Up to ₹60,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Provident Fund