BBIS has an opening for an External Boarding Mentor (f/m/d)
Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region)
Contract type: Part-time (20 working hours per week / 40 working hours per week)
Start date: 1st. August 2026
Limited initially until 31st July 2027
Salary range: €18,691 - €21,677 gross/year (based on experience/classification) plus annual CPI-based adjustments
External Boarding Mentor (f/m/d)
Kleinmachnow
Part-time
Temporary
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES
You will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive “home away from home” for boarding students, working closely with the Head of Boarding and a small, international team.
Supervise boarding students during weekend duties
Plan and lead activities, local excursions and support orientation for new boarders
Ensure safety, behaviour and wellbeing of students while on duty, including overnight supervision
Support the live-in boarding mentors and the Head of Boarding regarding student progress and welfare
Maintain accurate records and reports using REACH and other digital tools
Make a difference
Join our inclusive boarding team and support the wellbeing, safety and growth of international students in a caring, safeguarding-focused IB World School. This part-time role is ideal for those balancing studies, family or other commitments, offering a predictable rota and opportunity to join a leading boarding programme.
Defined 20h roster across two days, leaving extended time blocks on weekdays for study, projects or family duties
Inclusive, multicultural learning community with colleagues from many nations and strong focus on global citizenship
Unique day & boarding campus near Berlin with lakeside woodland setting, modern sports facilities and bright common areas
Competitive part-time salary with annual cost-of-living adjustment plus access to voluntary bonus and recognition schemes
Structured induction, on-the-job coaching and whole-school PD days on wellbeing, DEI, child protection and safety
YOUR QUALIFICATION
We are looking for candidates who bring relevant experience and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social work, education, pedagogy, psychology, youth work
Experience working with adolescents in residential, boarding or youth-care settings (min. 6–12 months)
Confident English (C1); German helpful but not required
Valid driving licence (manual transmission, category B or equivalent)
Willingness to work fixed Saturday & Sunday rota, including overnight duty
You are empathetic, reliable and enjoy working in a multicultural team. You set clear boundaries, communicate with care, and are committed to student wellbeing, inclusion and anti-racism.
OUR OFFER
Structured onboarding and peer mentoring for new hires
Structured induction, on-the-job coaching, and whole-school PD days
Subsidised high-quality lunches and snacks on campus; free meals while on duty
Optional employer pension contribution after two years
Regular occupational health checks and ergonomic workplace support
Free access to Babbel language app and in-house professional development
Inclusive, international community committed to diversity, equity, and anti-racism
About us
BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independent, state-approved, English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally minded community of Germany's capital region and beyond. Committed to inclusion and a global outlook, BBIS is one of Europe's leading International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, proudly offering all three IB programmes – the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP), from primary through secondary to university preparation. In the current school year, our school teaches around 900 students representing over 75 nationalities.
WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM
Inclusion is at the heart of our core values at BBIS, reflecting our mission to inspire every member of our learning community to become a responsible, compassionate global citizen. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as BIPOC, those with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international 'Safer Recruitment' protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a 10-year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries in which you have lived for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.
MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST & SAFER RECRUITING
To comply with German legal requirements and our high Safeguarding and CIS accreditation standards, the following documentation is required before the start of employment:
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:
We look forward to receiving your application!
WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:
- Having an impact. With professional competence and enthusiasm, we are improving the educational level day by day – and you too can make a difference on this journey.
- Continuous growth. We provide professional training and induction to set you up for success in your role.
- Pushing boundaries. Everyone matters equally, taking on new challenges together alongside inspiring colleagues from all over the world.
- Having fun at work and beyond. Join our team events – there's always something to celebrate! Or make use of our fitness facilities to find your balance.
- Feeling at home. Enjoy our green campus, our relocation service, and our international, open-minded community.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM
Inclusion is at the heart of our core values at BBIS, reflecting our mission to inspire every member of our learning community to become a responsible, compassionate global citizen. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as BIPOC, those with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international 'Safer Recruitment' protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a 10-year employment history check, satisfactory references, and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries in which you have lived for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.
MANDATORY LEGAL CHECKLIST & SAFER RECRUITING
To comply with German legal requirements and our high Safeguarding and CIS accreditation standards, the following documentation is required before the start of employment:
- Work Permit: Valid German permit preferred; visa support available for long-term commitments.
- Measles Immunity: Medical proof (if born after 1970).
- Degrees: Original certificate + official proof of comparability.
- Background Checks: Police clearances from all countries of residence (needed early for mandatory Unterrichtsanzeige).
- Chronological CV: Complete professional history overview (CIS requirement).
- Safeguarding Training: Mandatory BBIS session (invitation follows).
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Step 1: Submit your CV or professional profile (e.g. via Search Associates or LinkedIn) through our BBIS careers page. Please ensure your professional history is listed chronologically, in line with international safeguarding standards.
- Step 2: Join a first conversation via video call (approx. 45 minutes).
- Step 3: Visit our BBIS campus (approx. 60 minutes).
- Step 4: Provide contact details of at least two professional referees, including your current or most recent supervisor. Confidential vetting is a mandatory part of our safer recruiting process.
- Step 5: Complete the final verification of your documents from the Mandatory Legal Checklist, followed by official feedback and/or a contract offer.
We look forward to receiving your application!