Head of School
St. Andrews International School - Sukhumvit 107
Thailand
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- January 2018
Job overview
St Andrews International School Sukhumvit 107 is seeking an outstanding and inspirational candidate to take up the position of Head of School in January 2018. The school would be prepared to wait until August 2018 for the right candidate if not available in January. We are seeking someone with the vision and enthusiasm to continue to drive the schools highly successful development into becoming a leading International School in the Bangkok area.
St Andrews Sukhumvit 107 is part of the very successful St Andrews group of schools in Thailand, as well as being part of Cognita. Cognita is a global schools network of almost 70 schools in seven countries, spread across three continents!
St Andrews International School, Sukhumvit 107 has a family atmosphere, where individuals are valued and where students enjoy a rich academic program within a broad and balanced curriculum. The school blends a combination of British National Curriculum and IBO programs, in its aim of providing a high quality, stimulating, child centre and holistic education. Extra-Curricular activities are an integral part of our students experience. The school is located within a vibrant and up and coming suburb of Bangkok, easily assessable by the sky train, with a station right outside of the school gate.
Currently the school has just under 500 students from over 30 different nationalities, making it truly International in feel. We are an all through school teaching from Early years (2 year olds) to the IBDP (18 year olds). Over the last couple of years the school has enjoyed significant growth in students and to support this, Phase II of the campus was opened in Autumn of 2015, adding further high quality facilities and the room for further growth and expansion.
The Head of School has overall responsibilities for the leadership, organisation and management of the school to ensure the delivery of;
- An inspiring learning environment, which caters for a diverse student body, allowing each student to follow their interests and fulfil their potential.
- A strong, strategic vision to allow the school to meet the needs of its students and staff
- The develop leadership across and at all levels of the school
- A plan for the growth of student numbers
It is anticipated therefore you will have;
- Proven leadership and managerial experience in a high performing school
- Real belief in a holistic education and understanding of benefits of International Education
- Clear vision of what high performance looks like and how it is achieved
- Knowledge of the British National Curriculum and the IBO Programs (PYP and DP)
- Track record of being an outstanding teacher
- The ability to recruit and manage a diverse multi-cultural team
- Ideally previous experience of working overseas
Bangkok is a highly competitive international schools environment. Therefore, a strong focus on customer satisfaction and the ability to promote the school within the city is a significant part of the role. The new Head of School will join at a very exciting stage and will lead this school in its next stage of development.
The Head of School works closely and is supported by the other St Andrews Schools Heads in Thailand and reports to the Chief Executive Officer of Cognita Asia.
St Andrews International Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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About St. Andrews International School - Sukhumvit 107
- St. Andrews International School - Sukhumvit 107
- 7 Sukhumvit 107 Road, Bangna
- Bangkok
- 10260
- Thailand
St. Andrews International School, Sukhumvit 107 is a world-class school for 2-18 years old, focused on meeting your child's individual needs. Set within a vibrant and green suburban campus that is easily accessible from the city, with the schools entrance at the foot of the Bearing BTS station. Our school community is diverse in nature with students, parents and teachers coming from over 30 different nationalities.
The property sits on expansive grounds, which makes it suitable for a wide variety of outdoor activities and sports. Our 25m swimming pool allows each child to develop and strengthen their water skills. The multi-purpose, all-weather covered gymnasium ensures the sports programme is not hampered by the occasional tropical downpour.
St. Andrews International Schools in Thailand are part of Cognita, a global school network of 85 schools in twelve countries. Providing excellent teaching and supporting every child to achieve their potential are the cornerstones of a Cognita education.
Head of School
Mrs. Caroline Ratcliffe
Values and vision
St. Andrews International School endeavours to meet the needs of the whole child in order for them to fulfil their potential in academic, social, emotional, cultural and physical development. The school believes this is achieved through a balanced curriculum that contains a blend of both traditional values and modern technology. Emphasis on the individual is actively encouraged and supported by an ethos which is caring, respectful and tolerant of differences in abilities, needs, cultures and religions.
The school is committed to teaching students to appreciate other cultures and to be aware of the needs and values of others, and teaching students that all people are equal regardless of race, gender, colour and religion. It aims to help each student achieve the highest academic standards and reach their full potential, and to instil confidence in students about their ability and pride in their achievements through individualised learning plans.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity (if the candidate has lived in the UK) and/or criminal/police or equivalent background checks for all other countries inhabited (irrespective of whether you worked in those countries).
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