Head of Secondary

Summary:

Head of Secondary role with leadership and teaching responsibilities at a school.

About the School:

A school committed to providing a holistic education that emphasizes 21st-century skills, character development, and global citizenship. It fosters a supportive and innovative learning environment.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Secondary, you will lead a key section of the school, combining teaching and leadership responsibilities. This role is central to the school’s academic and administrative operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality education and fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and external bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the secondary section of the school.
• Deploy and assign responsibilities to teachers in collaboration with the Executive Principal.
• Oversee disciplinary matters and ensure a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Maintain and strengthen communication between the school and parents.
• Lead regular meetings with the secondary section of the school.
• Conduct annual 'Teaching and Learning' audits and ensure curricula alignment.
• Support schoolwide professional development and leadership initiatives.
• Coordinate external authorisation, accreditation, and communication processes.
• Develop and implement curriculum policies and schemes of work.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• BEd or equivalent.
• Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) or higher degree (MA/MS/MBA).
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in teaching.

Preferred

• Experience with international curricula such as Cambridge, IGCSE, or IPC.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in school administration and strategic planning.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.