Headteacher

Dukes Education (Colleges) seeks a dynamic Headteacher for Earlscliffe, an international boarding college (Years 11-13; NOR 120) in Folkestone, Kent to start ideally in April 2024.

Earlscliffe has established a strong reputation in a short period of time and is known for its warm, family atmosphere, small class sizes and a highly personalised approach to learning. It follows an IGCSE/GCSE curriculum in Year 11 (an accelerated, reduced three term course) and A-levels in Years 12-13. We also offer diploma and Foundation courses in Year 13.

The college is very much a modern, international institution in a British setting.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and successful senior leader who is willing to give a long-term commitment to Earlscliffe. The successful candidate will work closely with a supportive governing body and Senior Leadership Team to lead the college through its next stage of development.

They should be comfortable in leading teams, setting and meeting targets and in working within a wider international context.

Experience required

 Have a track record of senior leadership in a UK school or British international school delivering an IGCSE/A-level programme

 Show evidence of educational thought leadership

 Possess experience of managing international students through the UCAS process

 Show evidence of working successfully with senior colleagues in delivering measurable outcomes

 Have highly developed interpersonal skills and can demonstrate cultural awareness and empathy in dealings with students, parents and staff

 Possess experience in strategic planning

 Possess excellent financial management skills with a track record of meeting targets

 Have a track record of working successfully with a governing body and external stakeholders

Please visit the both the Dukes Education and Earlscliffe websites for more information on the college and the wider organisation: www.earlscliffe.co.uk & www.dukeseducation.com

Dukes Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.