Deputy Head Teacher - Academic and Innovation

Summary:

Deputy Head Teacher - Academic and Innovation sought for a forward-thinking school with a strong focus on education and digital transformation.

About the School:

A school with a rich heritage and a commitment to excellence, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for both students and staff. It is dedicated to fostering academic achievement, innovation, and the well-being of its community.

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head Teacher - Academic and Innovation to lead academic and digital initiatives across a school with a strong tradition of educational excellence. The role will focus on driving innovation, enhancing teaching and learning, and ensuring the school remains at the forefront of educational advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the academic strategy for the Senior School, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning outcomes.
• Oversee curriculum coherence, assessment practices, and academic progress across departments.
• Provide strategic leadership for digital transformation, innovation, and AI integration across the Foundation.
• Chair the Digital Strategy structure and implement recommendations from the recent ICT review.
• Ensure digital development aligns with teaching and learning effectiveness and the strategic plan.
• Act as a bridge between educational vision, classroom needs, and digital capabilities.
• Foster collaboration between academic and digital teams to enhance pedagogical approaches.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of digital initiatives on teaching and learning outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in academic leadership within an educational setting.
• Strong background in digital strategy, innovation, and technology integration in education.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead academic departments effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the welfare and development of pupils.

Preferred

• Experience in leading digital transformation projects in education.
• Knowledge of AI and emerging technologies in teaching and learning.
• Experience in curriculum design and assessment strategies.
• Leadership experience in a multi-school environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to a comprehensive pension scheme and private medical insurance.
• Generous fee remission for employees’ children attending schools in the Foundation.