Head of School

Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic and experienced senior leader, with a track record of successful leadership within a whole school context?  If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our successful multi-site International School in Moscow, as Head of School from August 2020.

About the School

English International School (EIS) Moscow (https://englishedmoscow.com/) is a British style International school in Moscow, comprising of three campuses in the East, West and South West of the city.  Recognised for the outstanding quality of education we provide to students aged 3 – 18, we are well-established and lead the market in providing a British style education.

The school offers learning and teaching experiences based on the English National Curriculum, adapted and extended to meet the needs of international students.  Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations. 

The school’s three campuses are located across the city, all within a 25 minute metro ride from Central Moscow.  The first EIS campus is located in Novogireyevo District in the East of Moscow.  The second EIS campus was opened in September 2012 in the West of Moscow at Molodogvardeyskaya metro station, catering for Primary aged students aged 3–11 years old.  The third campus is located in the South-West part of Moscow at Prospekt Vernadskogo metro station.

The campuses are known for their smaller school size and family feel environment.  Class sizes are all under 18 pupils. The school as an examination centre for Edexcel and Cambridge University and a full member of the Council of International Schools (CIS).

EIS Moscow forms part of the Orbital Education Group https://orbitaled.com/, linking the school with many schools across the globe, facilitating  collaboration on an international scale, wider development possibilities, as well as enhanced opportunities for future International career development.  To find out more about the school please visit; https://englishedmoscow.com/

About the Opportunity

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic senior leader as Head of School to one of our three campuses.  The role is due to start from August 2020 and an excellent remuneration package is available.

The Head of School will promote and support the vision and direction of the campus, by providing day-to-day leadership which supports build success and provide high quality education for our children. You will develop your skills in school leadership under the guidance of the Executive Principal for EIS Moscow, who will have responsibility across the three campus sites.

The successful candidate will be a strong school leader with a proven track record of promoting, developing and delivering excellence in education.   Interested candidates should download the job profile and person specification for greater detail. 

About the person

Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor degree from a reputable UK University (or equivalent), Qualified Teacher Status, with either a PGCE or BEd from the UK, and a minimum of 2 years previous school leadership experience. 

You should have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with all of the schools’ stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• UK-based teaching qualifications and experience
• A proven track record of achievement in leadership positions within similar education establishments
• Experience of working in a British international school environment outside the UK in a multi-lingual multi-cultural setting
• A passion and a drive for excellence at all levels and developing teachers so that they deliver quality teaching and learning experiences for their students.
• The ability to lead change and achieve sustained improvements.

 

Please note that candidates unable to demonstrate the key criteria outlined above will not be considered for this post.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Orbital Education focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.  Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
• Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
• Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

 

Living and working in Moscow

The experience of living and working in Moscow has been said to be quite unlike anything else on earth, due to the unique and fascinating culture the city offers. An iconic, global and rapidly expanding city, Moscow has played a central role in the development of Russia and the world.

The city has changed a great deal in recent decades, to the vibrant spectacular metropolis it is today, offering a bustling and exciting lifestyle and rich culture steeped in history. Moscow's monuments are some of the most immediately recognisable in the world, from Red Square and the high red walls of the Kremlin, to St Basil's Cathedral's onion domes and many other hidden riches waiting to be discovered.

Moscow is a welcoming and modern city, with four international airports and numerous rail transport links, meaning transport to Europe and the UK is simple to access and navigate.

The Process and how to apply

If this opportunity excites you, and you would be enthused by the opportunity to lead and develop our school, we would welcome an application from you.

Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with a photograph, a letter of application detailing how you feel your skills and experience meet those contained within the role profile.  You should also include the names and email contacts of three referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.

Applications should submitted to recruitment@orbitaled.com,  quoting “Head of School - Moscow” in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is Friday 13th December 2019 - However early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment as we anticipate significant interest in this position.

Initial selection interviews with qualified candidates will take place via Skype on a rolling basis as applications are received. Candidates shortlisted for the role will be invited to a final stage interview in Moscow in the early part of the new year.

Due to anticipated levels of interest we regret that we will not be able to feedback to all candidates. Therefore, if you have not heard from us prior to 31st December 2019, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Safeguarding – English International School (EIS) Moscow is committed to safeguarding children and young people.  As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and will be required to present either a DBS certificate alongside a current update from the DBS service, or an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icpc/ (if ever worked or lived in the UK).

Prohibition Checks will also be required where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.