Primary Academic Head

Your tasks

• Academic Leadership: Direct the planning, delivery, and evaluation of the English National Curriculum from Year 1 through Year 6.
• Teaching Quality & Mentorship: Monitor teaching standards through regular walkthroughs, observations, and structured feedback; lead internal CPD sessions.
• Assessment & Student Progress: Oversee internal and external student assessment protocols, utilizing data to elevate academic attainment and track individual pupil growth.
• Departmental Management: Lead, support, and schedule primary teaching staff, subject coordinators, and teaching assistants.
• Student Wellbeing & Safeguarding: Uphold high standards of pastoral care and behavioral management in line with UK safeguarding policies.
• Parent Engagement: Serve as the primary academic liaison for parents regarding student achievement, primary school policies, and curriculum updates.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed.) or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject along with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent). A Master’s degree in Educational Leadership (NPQH/MA) is highly desirable.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5–7 years of primary teaching experience following the English National Curriculum.
• At least 2–3 years of proven academic leadership experience (e.g., Head of Key Stage, Deputy Head, or Academic Coordinator).
• Strong preference: Direct experience within a British International School setting.
• Technical & Curriculum Knowledge: Practical familiarity with Cambridge Primary, Edexcel Primary, or the UK National Curriculum assessment protocols.
• Language Proficiency: Native or near-native English fluency (written and spoken).