Head of Primary Section

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding and committed Head of Primary (3yrs to 10yrs) to join our senior leadership team for July 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter. 

Key responsibilities will include:

-To assist the Headteacher in school self-review, evaluation and quality assurance in the effective planning and management of school resources to secure improvements.

-To play a significant role in setting aims and objectives for the Primary Section while participating in the development of the School Strategic Plan together with the Headteacher and other senior staff.

-To coordinate all aspects of the day-to-day administration and organisation of the Primary Section.

-To collaborate with the Academic Director in raising the quality of teaching and learning.

-To collaborate with the Academic Director in raising the quality of teaching and learning by making a significant contribution to the school’s continuing professional development programme, delivering CPD and working with individuals and teams in a variety of professional development activities.

-To inspire, motivate and influence staff and pupils, taking a leading role in maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning and behaviour management. To inspire and motivate staff and pupils taking a leading role in maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning both in the academic and formative areas.

-To provide an excellent role model for all members of staff and for pupils in all aspects of school life.

-To liaise with our parent body by leading various parent support groups.

Personal qualities

-Applicants will have a degree with a teaching qualification; further qualifications such as master, or NPQH are desirable. 

-Applicants will have a proven track record in a leadership post and have experience in the IB programmes. 

-Applicants will be fluent English speakers. An understanding of Spanish is desirable. 

-Applicants will have a commitment to constructivist inquiry-based learning preferably with experience in the IB PYP programme.

-The role will require a leader who has excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, an outstanding understanding of teaching and learning in all aspects of child development and the ability to develop and sustain high educational standards. 

-Must be an excellent communicator who enjoys positive relationships with colleagues, pupils, and parents and be comfortable with technology and in leading change. 

-Promote all aspects of ecological and environmental awareness and action. 

-Be a creative and committed team player with empathy, drive, energy and passion and who has a good sense of humour and a willingness to participate fully in all aspects of school life.

We Offer:

-Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues.

-Excellent professional development.

-Contract is initially for three years and includes an attractive compensation package at the international level.

-Letters of application, outlining your educational philosophy, together with Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three referees should be e-mailed to anunez@craighouse.cl

-Closing date for this vacancy is 30th December 2022.