SCHOOL MARSHAL
JOB DESCRIPTION
Department
Responsible to
Senior Deputy Head
Date
April 2017
Responsible
for
N/A
Job Purpose
To assist the Head Master and SMT in the smooth and efficient running of the School by ensuring
that pupil discipline (including, but not limited to: behaviour; conduct towards others; dress
standards; appearance; punctuality etc.) is maintained at all times during the School term.
To work closely with the Head Master, members of the SMT, boarding staff, pastoral staff and
academic staff to ensure that the duties of the post are delivered effectively.
The post holder may have additional School responsibilities but these must be conducted in a
manner which does not conflict with the vitally important duties of the School Marshal.
The post is full-time. Working hours are as required to perform the role effectively and as agreed
with the Senior Deputy Head.
Reporting Structure
Senior
Deputy Head
Duty SMT
Member
SMT, academic,
boarding and
pastoral staff
School
Marshal
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
As directed by the Senior Deputy Head, to:
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Provide a conspicuous, alert and attentive presence whenever pupils are gathered together
in large numbers outside the classroom environment. Annex A indicates the minimum
occasions when and where this is required.
Assist the duty SMT member by supervising pupils at all major whole-school events such
as whole-school Chapel, Head Master’s assemblies, fireworks displays, rock concerts etc.
Develop an appreciation of pupil behaviour patterns, including likely transgressors,
times/events where risks are greatest and likely locations where issues may occur.
Be aware of all relevant school policies relating to pupil discipline, such as codes of
conduct, appearance etc. and ensure that they are properly enforced.
Provide appropriate, reassuring and calm information, advice and guidance to individual
pupils when required or when requested.
Refer those pupils whose dress standards are inadequate to attend Dress Parade.
Assist with the running of Co-curricular Detentions at leave weekends and at the end of
term.
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Keep the Senior Deputy Head and, where appropriate, duty SMT member, informed of
situations and individuals that are, or might be, of particular concern.
Accompany the Head Master or Deputy Head on weekly boarding house inspections.
Assist the Deputy Heads by liaising with the Police on relevant School disciplinary matters,
in the execution of drug testing and by co-ordinating on site visits from dogs units etc.
Supervise pupils departing from Christ’s Hospital railway station for leave weekends, half
term and end of term.
On a rota basis, supervise pupils on the leave weekend return coach from Victoria.
Parade the School mace on appropriate ceremonial occasions.
Contribute as required to School Monitor training and development.
Oversee and advise on the standards of pupils’ marching for all appropriate events,
including Band Parade, Speech Day, St. Matthew’s Day etc.
Ensure that the School’s Bicycle Policy is properly enforced.
Assist the SHEF Manager with the management of fire safety at Christ’s Hospital School.
This is a part-time role that is combined with the normal day-to-day responsibilities of the
post holder
Carry out any other suitable duties as required by the Senior Deputy Head, commensurate
with the post holder’s training and experience.
In addition:
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If appropriate, make proposals to the Senior Deputy Head for new or improved internal
processes for more efficient or more effective work management.
Comply with all relevant School policies, procedures and instructions.
Show respect at all times for the confidential nature of information concerning the work and
business of the School.
Christ’s Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
(Types of experience needed)
Qualifications
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(Minimum qualifications needed, relevant experience may be a
substitute)
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Skills & Abilities
(Written/oral communication, dealing with public, team working
skills, etc.)
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Working with children of both
genders, aged 11 to 18.
Previous experience in a school
environment is desirable.
Up to date with training in child
protection/safeguarding and the
Prevent agenda (can be provided by
the School if necessary).
First Aid trained (or prepared to
undergo training at the School’s
expense).
Smart and presentable at all times –
able to act as an excellent role
model for the pupils.
Able to command the respect of
pupils and staff – setting high
standards and enforcing them in a
professional and calm manner.
Alert and with an eye for detail.
Good oral and written
communication skills.
Self-motivated, pro-active and able
to work well under own initiative and
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without supervision.
Able to earn the respect of, and work
well with, children of both genders
aged 11 to 18, some of whom will
have emotional, disciplinary or
pastoral difficulties.
Able to work to a flexible timetable,
including evenings and weekends
during term-time.
Additional Work Elements
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The post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure.
This post operates year-round
In the event of a major incident or disaster, the post holder may be required to provide
assistance in whatever capacity necessary and participate in any training to ensure the
School is fully prepared for such incidents.
HR REFERENCE DETAILS
Annex A
THE SCHOOL DAY
The School Marshal is to provide a conspicuous, alert and attentive presence whenever pupils are
gathered together in large numbers outside the classroom environment. The following timetable
indicates the minimum occasions when this is likely to occur:
Monday to Friday
0715
o/c - 0805
0825
1130
1245 - 1320
1325 - 1340
1340 - 1415
1720 - 1850
Evening
Supervise Dress Parade
Present in Dining Hall throughout breakfast, taking the lead on all pupil
disciplinary matters
Present in main Quad and Quarter Mile to ensure pupils are correctly
dressed and on time for Period 1
Present in main Quad and Quarter Mile to ensure pupils are on time for
Period 5, after break
Present in Dining Hall before and during Junior lunch, ensuring all pupils
leave in good time for Band Parade
Oversee all aspects of Band Parade
Present in Dining Hall throughout Senior lunch
Show a regular presence in Dining Hall during Junior and Senior Tea,
ensuring all pupils leave in good time for House Roll Call at 1900
In conjunction with duty SMT member, patrol areas of the site where pupils
are known to gather, including wooded areas, Big Side, Downs Link and
perimeters
Weekends
As above, plus:
Evening
As agreed with the duty SMT member and event organisers, assist at School
disco’s, film nights and other major pupil social occasions.