Principal

• Closing date: 31 August 2022
• Job Start: 1st January 2023 or earlier
• Location: Playa del Carmen Mexico
• Contract type: Full Time

Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and experienced School Principal, Headteacher or Senior Leader, interested in a challenging new opportunity overseas?

If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join our successful international school in Playa del Carmen on the Mayan Riviera, Mexico, as Principal from January 2023, or earlier. Fluency in Spanish and English are essential for this role.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced Principal, Head Teacher, or Senior Leader, to take over the leadership of this school. The position is available immediately but is expected to be filled no later than January 2023. A competitive remuneration package is available.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an intelligent, ambitious, and energetic Senior Leader, to impact and shape the delivery of international education at a high-quality education establishment. In the role of Principal, you will be responsible for working with the Orbital Leadership team and local stakeholders to drive the strategic direction of the school, in addition to overseeing the operational leadership of the senior leaders in the school.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrable track record of outstanding senior educational leadership, preferably with experience in international schools.

To find out more about us please take some time to look at our website. Interested candidates should also download the job profile and person specification for greater detail.

About the school

The Britt Academy opened in 2015, quickly establishing itself as a recognised international school in

Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The school has 500 students on roll, from K to 12, delivering the Mexican national curriculum in both English and Spanish. Most of the students are Mexican, with a growing number of expatriate students from a wide range of nationalities.

The school takes a unique approach to delivering a broad-based curriculum making full use of an innovative, technologically advanced platform. The school is well resourced with investment across sporting facilities such as a shaded short course Olympic pool, soccer field and multi-purpose sports courts, enriching student experience and development.

The school has a strong reputation within the local and international community, with a positive record of achievement in its market. The school seeks to bring out the best in all students and embraces strong links to local language and culture. Britt Academy helps students realise their potential to become leaders and successful global citizens of the future.

About the person

You will be a visionary, strategic leader and a committed team player who demonstrates a collaborative approach to working with others. You should have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with all the school’s stakeholders.

The ideal candidate for this exciting and challenging role will be able to demonstrate:

• Teaching qualifications

• A proven track record of achievement in senior leadership positions in all-through schools (4-18

years)

• Substantial experience of working 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 through engagement with

stakeholders and working collaboratively with colleagues towards the achievement of common

goals

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

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

Orbital Education

Britt Academy’s candidacy is under consideration to join the Orbital Education group of Internationally acclaimed schools, focused upon delivering outstanding education to a large and diverse student population. We educate around 4,000 young people from 114 nationalities, providing them with skills and qualifications to access high quality universities. Our schools are spread globally from Latin America, through Europe and the Middle East to Asia, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the world.

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students on an international scale.
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Enhanced opportunities for future career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Living and Working in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is a resort city located on the eastern coast of Mexico, of the Caribbean Sea in the state of Quintana Roo. The area is known for its beautiful rainforests, stunning beaches, and breath-taking coral reefs, as well as nearby Mayan archaeological sites.

The climate is perfect for much of the year, with average temperatures of around 25 °C, and a relaxed, laid back, welcoming culture. The city is located within close distance of Cancun International Airport, the second largest airport in Mexico with direct links to the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world.

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 welcome an application from you.

Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV along with 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 be sent to recruitment@orbitaled.com, quoting “Principal Mexico” in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is 31st August 2022 – However, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment as we anticipate significant interest in this position.

Successful candidates will be invited for initial selection interviews, and these will take place virtually on a rolling basis as applications are received.

Safeguarding – Orbital Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As part of our 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).

The successful applicant will also be required to present the background checks outlined above, along with original and notarised copies of their qualifications. Orbital Education is an Equal Opportunities employer.