Head of Secondary School
.png%3Fprofile%3Demployer-logo&w=256&q=75)
Kathmandu International Study Centre
The KISC campus is located in a historic place called Thecho, in the Lalitpur metropolitan area, about 6 km (3.7 mi) south of the main Lalitpur town Patan.
- Expiring soon
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- Living allowance, plus flights. We cover costs of the visa for the full-time international volunteer (visa post holder) and his/her dependent children who study at KISC if required. Other provisions can be discussed if you are invited for an interview.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Ideally 29 July, 2024; but some flexibility given notice requirements. NB. We will shorlist and interview on a rolling basis prior to the closing date. If you don't hear from us, we thank you for your application and wish you all the best in the future.
- Apply by:
- 19 May 2024
Job overview
The Kathmandu International Study Centre (KISC) Secondary School is a co-educational school which is BSO and MSA accredited, and serves more than 100 students aged 11-18, from over 20 countries. It is a school with a Christian ethos, flowing out of its mission, vision and values.
KISC comprises a Primary and Secondary School, as well as a Teacher Training establishment, called EQUIP. Our mission is to provide excellent education, primarily for the international mission community and Nepali school communities, based on KISC values. Through our schools and the EQUIP programme, students and staff are helping to transform children’s lives, as well as making a positive impact on wider Nepali society.
As an expanding international school, we are seeking a dynamic and effective Head of Secondary who is ready to lead it forward in the next step of its adventure. This position is suitable for existing heads, or anyone in secondary senior leadership seeking a first headship. We are looking for a qualified and experienced school leader who can use their gifts and talents to lead the strategic direction and development of the Secondary School, under the direction of the KISC Director.
In brief, the key roles and responsibilities of the post include contributing to:
- the aims and objectives of the Secondary school and policies for their implementation
- the development plan which will translate KISC aims and policies into actions
- monitoring and evaluating the performance of the Secondary school
- implementing the SMC (governing body’s) policies for the Secondary school; and
- the efficient organisation, management and supervision of Secondary school routines.
In addition, you will also be expected to:
- provide support to designated middle leaders such as line management, evaluation and development planning
- provide guidance, support and intervention to ensure good conduct and an effective learning environment
- attend meetings as directed by the KISC Director in line with KISC policy; and
- liaise closely with the Primary School and EQUIP
As well as working in a high achieving and thriving school, working at KISC offers the following opportunities:
- raising educational standards in Nepal, and helping to have a transformational impact on wider Nepali society
- the challenge of working with a range of nationalities
- education that inspires and empowers students to grow and flourish
- contributing to our vision and values - love, grace, community, justice and excellence
- the world's premier destination for trekking and hiking. While the Everest and Annapurna regions are the most popular trekking areas, the Langtang and Kanchenjunga regions are also great for trekking
- enjoying the rich heritage and culture of a country that boasts 10 UNESCO world heritage sites
- experiencing Nepal's national parks, home to a variety of rare species including the Bengal Tiger, the one horned Rhino and Gharial Crocodiles.
About Kathmandu International Study Centre
Kathmandu International Study Centre (KISC) is a culturally diverse, not-for-profit educational organisation that provides an excellent education for primary and secondary students. We deliver an internationally accredited curriculum to approximately 220 students who come from around 20 different countries.
We aim to provide a challenging, yet supportive learning environment enabling an excellent holistic education. And, we do not focus on one culture or nationality, but prepare students to think globally.
We believe that the process of learning is as important as actual achievement. We aim to create a learning environment in which each student feels valued and where there is freedom to express ideas and opinions, which may be examined openly and objectively. We encourage independence as well as interdependence.
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.