Deputy Head of Primary at a Prestigious International School - Eden Solutions and Resources Limited

Eden Solutions and Resources Limited - Our client, a prestigious International School in Abuja FCT, set to open its doors in September 2024, is in search of a seasoned and dedicated professional to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deputy Head of Primary

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management:

• Shape the school's vision and direction alongside leadership.
• Set high expectations and focus on pupil achievement.
• Assist in setting aims, objectives, and the School Improvement Plan.
• Develop and monitor policy and practice.
• Support the Headteacher in school self-review and evaluation.
• Lead in Performance Management of teaching staff.
• Publicly support decisions of the Headteacher, Proprietress, and School Board.

Teaching and Learning Leadership:

• Implement Cambridge Primary and British Early Years Curriculum.
• Lead assessment across the Primary School.
• Hold the role of Cambridge Primary exam officer.
• Lead teaching and learning, ensuring the highest standards of curriculum delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching quality and standards of pupil achievement.
• Develop and review school Learning Environments.
• Maintain awareness of individual special needs provision.

Maintaining High Profile of the School:

• Ensure Primary School and Sports areas demonstrate high expectations.
• Lead parent workshops and induction meetings.
• Organize displays, events, and extracurricular activities.

Resourcing:

• Ensure Primary School is well-resourced.
• Manage equipment and resource allocation.
• Oversee resource budget.
• Ensure health and safety arrangements for lessons and events.

Other Responsibilities:

• Deputy Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust Safeguarding practice.
• Undertake reasonable duties as requested by the Head of Primary or Head of School.
• Safeguard all students.

Requirements

• Appropriate Degree, with PGDE or equivalent.
• Five years British or Cambridge Curriculum experience.
• Three years leadership experience.
• Outstanding Primary practitioner with proven impact.
• Ability to provide effective and credible feedback.
• Strong communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to provide Curriculum training and support.
• Organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and consideration for the well-being of children.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Respect for all members of a school community.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude.
• High levels of personal integrity.
• Acceptable police checks from relevant countries and suitable references.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2024.