This does at times involve the resolution of interpersonal conflict, but the main task is the promotion of understanding, tolerance, and civilised human relationships. Senior Resident Students are appointed to facilitate the promotion and attainment of these objectives. Senior Resident Students are normally allocated accommodation at specific locations in order to provide a spread of cover. Appointments as Senior Resident Students are for the full term of the academic year, and are generally not available to students who are required to go on placement as part of their academic course. Interviews are normally held, and appointments made prior to the end of the final term.
Appointment is conditional on a sustained satisfactory performance throughout the academic year.
At the start of the academic year, assisting the accommodation Service and Wardens with registration procedures and relevant functions and induction meetings. Liaising with accommodation Service personnel about minor repairs and housekeeping issues, as well as suggestions for improved standards or services. Liaising with Wardens and attending regular meetings arranged by them. Assisting with the promotion and organisation of appropriate events for residential students. Assisting accommodation Service personnel with arrivals, departures, and residential conferences, as necessary.