Houseparent

About Apex2100

Apex is a global ski academy dedicated to fostering and enhancing the talents of the most promising young alpine athletes. We emphasize excellence not only on the slopes but also in academic pursuits and daily living. Located in the breathtaking French Alps, our academy is situated in Tignes, one of the largest ski areas worldwide.

The Role

The Houseparent is crucial to the everyday care, supervision, and overall well-being of athletes residing in the Apex2100 boarding facility. Acting in loco parentis, the Houseparent ensures that athletes feel safe, supported, and well-looked-after beyond their training and academic commitments, thereby contributing to a positive, structured, and nurturing boarding environment within a high-performance sports setting.

Key Responsibilities

Pastoral Care & Athlete Wellbeing

• Provide consistent pastoral support to athletes within the boarding house.
• Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with athletes, offering guidance, reassurance, and care.
• Monitor emotional well-being and promptly raise any concerns to the Head of House and Wellbeing.
• Assist athletes dealing with homesickness, injury, illness, fatigue, or personal challenges.

Residential Supervision & Duty

• Ensure appropriate supervision of athletes during evenings, nights, and assigned duty periods.
• Be accessible to athletes outside regular working hours, including evenings and weekends, as dictated by the duty rota.
• Guarantee that at least one responsible adult is present in the boarding house during the night.
• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies or unforeseen situations.

Behaviour, Conduct & House Standards

• Uphold Apex standards of behaviour, respect, and conduct within the house.
• Address behavioural issues firmly, fairly, and supportively.
• Maintain a calm, purposeful atmosphere conducive to rest, recovery, and personal responsibility.
• Accurately document incidents, concerns, and follow-up actions in accordance with Apex procedures.

Safeguarding & Professional Responsibility

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all athletes at all times.
• Strictly adhere to Apex safeguarding and child-protection policies.
• Maintain clear, professional boundaries with athletes.
• Immediately report any safeguarding or welfare concerns to the Head of House and Wellbeing or Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with:
• Head of House and Wellbeing
• House Assistants
• Teaching, coaching, and medical teams
• Liaise with parents as appropriate, following established communication pathways.
• Contribute positively to the overall culture of the House & Wellbeing team.

House Organisation & Daily Life

• Facilitate the smooth operation of the boarding house, including:
• Mealtimes and daily routines
• Room checks and house organization
• Providing support for injured or resting athletes
• Ensure the house environment is welcoming, orderly, and safe.

Person Specification

Essential

· Experience working with children or young individuals in a pastoral, residential, or care-oriented role
· Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence
· Calm, dependable, and professional demeanor
· Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends
· Commitment to safeguarding and athlete wellbeing

Desirable

· Experience in a boarding school, academy, or sports setting
· Training in safeguarding or first aid
· Experience supporting adolescents in high-pressure environments
· Proficiency in French (advantageous but not essential)

Values & Ethos

All Houseparents at Apex2100 are expected to exemplify and promote the Academy’s core values:
• Respect
• Community
• Grit
• Fun
• Wellbeing