Head of Sixth Form

Are you an inspirational teacher and leader?

At Byron College, our CARE values – Community, Action, Respect, and Excellence – shape every aspect of school life. As Head of Sixth Form, you’ll have the opportunity to lead with these principles at the core of your work, inspiring our students to excel academically while fostering a strong sense of purpose and respect for the world around them.

This is more than a leadership role – it’s a chance to join a vibrant school community where students and staff support each other to achieve their very best, taking action to create a positive and meaningful impact.

Why Byron College?

Byron College is a British International School in Athens, welcoming over 500 students from EYFS to Year 13. With more than 50 nationalities represented, we’re proud of our inclusive ethos and commitment to creating a warm and nurturing environment where every child feels valued.

Our school is growing, and in summer 2025, we will move to a brand-new, purpose-built campus – an exciting step forward in Byron College’s journey. As Head of Sixth Form, you’ll have the chance to help shape this exciting new chapter for our students and staff.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a leader who not only excels in the classroom but who also shares our vision of fostering a culture of CARE. You will:

• Build Community: Bring experience of Sixth Form leadership, fostering a sense of belonging and guiding students to take on challenges with confidence.
• Take Action: Lead by example, including supporting students through university application processes and ensuring the Sixth Form thrives.
• Promote Respect: Be committed to creating a culture where every student is valued and supported, and diversity is celebrated.
• Lead with Excellence: Be an outstanding classroom practitioner who inspires students to achieve their fullest potential.

It is essential that the successful applicant has strong experience of 6th Form leadership and overseeing application processes for university entrance both in the UK and internationally.

Why This Role?

This role offers a unique opportunity to:

• Make a Difference: Play a central role in guiding students through a critical phase of their academic and personal development.
• Be Part of Growth: Contribute to the development of a growing school as we expand into a state-of-the-art campus.
• Live and Work in Athens: Experience the rich culture and vibrant lifestyle of Greece’s historic capital while working in a supportive and ambitious school environment.
• Join a Caring Community: Work alongside a passionate, collaborative team of educators who are dedicated to supporting each other and their students.

How to Apply

We’re not just looking for someone with the right experience – we’re looking for someone who shares our values and vision. In your application, please tell us:

1. Why Byron College resonates with you.
2. Why Greece is the right place for your next step.
3. What you would bring to our Sixth Form and the wider school community.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about the role. 

At Byron College, we empower students to take action, strive for excellence, and respect and enrich the communities they are part of. Join us, and help lead our Sixth Form students on their journey to success!

APPOINTMENT PROCESS AND HOW TO APPLY 

As part of our 'Safer Recruitment Policy' applications must be made through the TES portal and submitted in English. A CV can be attached in addition to the application form but not as an alternative. Applications whereby the application form is not complete will be rejected. All offers of employment are provisional until the satisfactory screening of independent references and the appropriate criminal records checks. We may also undertake additional steps including social media checks.

Please provide the names and emails of 3 referees, one of whom should be your current Headteacher or Principal. References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates so please indicate if you do not wish your current employer to be contacted at this time.

• The closing date for applications is Sunday 9th February.

******The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline should a suitable candidate be found. Interviews will be conducted online or at the school as necessary.

Important notes:

Greek Applicants - You must hold a relevant degree and have completed the registry of teachers for private schools (Epetirida), or hold the qualifications to do so. Please note that international qualifications are not recognised as qualified teacher status for Greek candidates within Greece.

International Applicants - You must hold a relevant Degree from the same country as your passport. You must also hold a relevant teaching qualification (QTS with completed NQT or equivalent) again from the country of your passport. Please note that the iPGCE is not currently recognised in Greece & Language Qualifications such as TESOL & DELTA are not accepted. 

Safer Recruitment Check – Please be advised that we will contact all previous employers of the successful candidate for confirmation that there have been no safeguarding concerns or convictions relating to children. All employees are required to present their original birth certificate, again as part of our safer recruitment policy and procedures.

Byron College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. We are an independent, international school following the English National Curriculum, operating in Athens - Greece under the Department of Education License No. Z2/442/1986. The school is BSO inspected and registered with the Department for Education (DfE reference number 6337) in the United Kingdom.