Houseparent

About Apex2100

Apex is an international ski academy with a mission to develop and support the world’s

most promising young alpine athletes, nurturing excellence on the slopes, in the

classroom and in their daily lives. Set in the French Alps, with its unrivalled location nestled in one of the largest ski domaines in the world, Tignes, France.

The Role

The Houseparent plays a central role in the daily care, supervision, and wellbeing of athletes living within the Apex2100 boarding environment.

Acting in loco parentis, the Houseparent ensures that athletes are safe, supported, and well‑cared‑for outside of training and academic hours, contributing directly to a positive, structured, and nurturing boarding experience within a high‑performance sporting environment.

Key Responsibilities

Pastoral Care & Athlete Wellbeing

• Provide day‑to‑day pastoral support for athletes within the boarding house.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with athletes, offering guidance, reassurance, and care.

• Monitor emotional wellbeing and raise concerns promptly to the Head of House and Wellbeing.

• Support athletes through homesickness, injury, illness, fatigue, or personal challenges.

Residential Supervision & Duty

• Ensure appropriate supervision of athletes during evenings, nights, and designated duty periods.

• Be available to athletes outside standard working hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by the duty rota.

• Ensure that at least one responsible adult is present in the boarding house overnight.

• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies or unexpected situations.

Behaviour, Conduct & House Standards

• Uphold Apex standards of behaviour, respect, and conduct within the house.

• Address behavioural issues in a firm, fair, and supportive manner.

• Maintain a calm, purposeful atmosphere that supports rest, recovery, and personal responsibility.

• Record incidents, concerns, and follow‑up actions accurately in line with Apex procedures.

Safeguarding & Professional Responsibility

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all athletes at all times.

• Follow Apex safeguarding and child‑protection policies strictly.

• Maintain clear, professional boundaries with athletes.

• Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately 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 where appropriate, following agreed communication pathways.

• Contribute positively to the wider House & Wellbeing team culture.

House Organisation & Daily Life

• Support the smooth running of the boarding house, including:

  • Mealtimes and routines

  • Room checks and house organisation

  • Supporting injured or resting athletes

• Ensure the house environment is welcoming, orderly, and safe.

Person Specification

Essential

·       Experience working with children or young people in a pastoral, residential, or care‑based role

·       Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence

·       Calm, reliable, and professional approach

·       Ability to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends

·       Commitment to safeguarding and athlete wellbeing

Desirable

·       Experience in a boarding school, academy, or sports environment

·       Safeguarding or first‑aid training

·       Experience supporting adolescents in high‑pressure environments

·       French language skills (advantageous but not essential)

Values & Ethos

All Houseparents at Apex2100 are expected to model and promote the Academy’s core values:

• Respect

• Community

• Grit

• Fun

• Wellbeing