Head of College
Markham College
Peru
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- February 2017
- Apply by:
- 16 June 2016
Job overview
Markham College, Lima, is one of the leading independent schools in South America. The College has over 2200 pupils (3-18) and 350 staff across two campuses, and is a member of the Latin American Heads’ Conference (LAHC), International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and the Round Square Organisation. Academic results at both IGCSE and IB level are amongst the best internationally, and the majority of students take up places at leading universities in Peru and around the world. The College has recently opened a state-of-the-art Science Centre and University Counselling Centre. A new nursery opened in March and a purpose built Visual and Performing Arts Centre with a 1200-seat auditorium opens later this year. A multi-million dollar plan to include the construction of first-class facilities for Sport and the Lower School has also been developed.
The Board of Governors seeks applications for the position of Head of College for February 2017. The Head of College will oversee all aspects of the running of the component schools currently structured as follows: Early Years with 515 pupils, Lower School with 620 pupils and Upper School with approximately 1000 pupils. The post holder will report directly to the Board of Governors and will chair the College’s Senior Management Team.
A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the seniority of the position will be offered. Spanish language ability is desirable but not essential.
Closing Date: Friday 17th June 2016
Further information on the school can be found at www.markham.edu.pe.
A candidate brief can be downloaded from www.odgers.com/57714.
Markham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and the Police Authorities.
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About Markham College
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Established in 1946, Markham College is a regional influence in South America for educational leadership and academic excellence. We are an independent, non-profit, co-educational school that provides bilingual education to children from 3-18 years of age at our Miraflores and Surco campuses in Lima Peru.
Markham has a British heritage and international perspective. We have an adapted British Curriculum that respects our distinct Peruvian setting. Our Early Years bilingual programme starts at 3 years old and leads them towards IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma examinations. Our IB program, with over 29 courses, gives students the tools to succeed in universities world wide. We encourage diversity and support passion by allowing our students and staff to choose from over 100 different extracurricular activities and sports.
Our mission is to support children to become leaders in their chosen fields and be agents of change in Peru and the world. To achieve this, our curriculum is underpinned by the pillars of academic and creative endeavour, character development and service learning. Consequently, we have several features that make Markham special and unique. Our outdoor education programme and social programmes ensure that students receive a balanced and rounded education focusing on how they can make a difference in society. Furthermore, our student leadership programme means our children are a central part of the decision making process with regard to their learning experiences.
Markham teachers play a role in the pastoral care of our children. Supporting our students' emotional, psychological, and physical development as well as their academic growth throughout their Markham journey.
Peru´s rich cultural history and its amazing territory offers a wealth of opportunities for unforgettable experiences. Over 3000 km of Pacific Ocean coastline through the majestic Andean high peaks to the vast Amazon rainforest provide an infinite number of places, sports and adventures.
Markham is a non-profit school which allows us to offer salaries, infrastructure and materials that are aligned with international standards. Early Years and Primary are located on our Monterrico 27,778 m2 campus. Which houses our newest state-of-the-art educational facility which reflects the school's advanced pedagogic approach.
Markham has moved away from the traditional four-wall classroom, by developing flexible learning spaces that encourage independent learning in different environments. Teachers are developing new ways of working and collaborating across groups and disciplines in our ‘Learning Communities’ which give students at Markham more autonomy and choices in planning and executing their learning journey.
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