The The School of St Jude has announced 4 new vacancies for Boarding Parents (Female) for April 2026, offering a great opportunity for qualified and passionate women who are committed to student welfare, discipline, and mentorship in a boarding school environment.
This is an excellent chance to join one of Africa’s largest charitable education institutions and make a lasting difference in the lives of young students in Tanzania.
Job Title
Boarding Parent (Female) – 4 Vacancies
Work Stations
The available positions are distributed across two campuses in Arusha:
- Smith Campus – 1 Vacancy
Minimum qualification: Diploma in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Community Development - Moivaro Campus – 3 Vacancies
Minimum qualification: Diploma in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Community Development
About The School of St Jude
The The School of St Jude is a leading charitable education institution in Africa dedicated to providing free, quality education to bright students from disadvantaged backgrounds in Tanzania.
Every year, the school:
- Supports 1,800 students with free education
- Helps hundreds of graduates access higher education
- Provides quality teachers to over 20,000 government school students
The institution is funded by generous supporters from around the world who share its mission of fighting poverty through education.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Supervising students’ welfare, safety, and discipline in the boarding house
- Ensuring students follow rules, routines, and study schedules
- Promoting extracurricular activities and positive social development
- Creating a family-like and supportive boarding environment
- Monitoring student punctuality, cleanliness, and respectfulness
- Upholding child protection, safety, and security procedures
- Reporting safeguarding concerns promptly and professionally
- Participating in staff meetings and professional trainings
- Acting as a role model through discipline, integrity, and care
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be Tanzanian female
- Minimum Diploma qualification from an accredited institution in East Africa in:
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Education
- Community Development
- At least 5 years of experience in an education-related field as a Boarding Parent / Matron
- Strong empathy and understanding of children’s emotional and social needs
- Excellent spoken and written English communication skills
- High levels of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Willingness to work overnight and weekends
- Must be 35 years or older
- Ability to adapt to school policies and procedures within a Catholic school environment
Added Advantage
Candidates with experience in:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Boarding school leadership
will have an added advantage.
Why You Should Apply
Working with The School of St Jude comes with several benefits, including:
- Opportunity to fight poverty through education
- Career growth and professional development
- Supportive local and international working environment
- Mid-morning tea and lunch on working days
- Meaningful work that impacts thousands of students
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send:
- Cover Letter
- Updated CV
to: recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz
Important: The subject line must include the reference number: TSOSJ/HR/ACDM/04/26/01
Application Deadline: 20th April 2026, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Warning
The The School of St Jude does not request any payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment should be treated as fraud and reported to local authorities immediately. This is a valuable opportunity for experienced female professionals who are passionate about guiding and mentoring young students in a safe boarding environment.
