Role descriptionThe Head of Primary is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational management of their section of the school and is accountable to the Principal for delivering the highest standard of education and guidance care.Key ResponsibilitiesTIS schools follow a common structure and vision, and the leadership team of each TIS, which includes the Head of Primary, work closely with each other, and Taylor's Schools Office.Main Responsibilities of the Head of Primary include:Lead and manage the Primary section to achieve at the highest levels of expectation, and to help the school become the parent's school of choice.Plan effective strategies and programmes for the development of the Primary section for the short, mid and long term, in alignment with the priorities of the SchoolLead the Primary section based on best practices to achieve a culture of excellence at all times and in all aspects of the Primary education.Monitor the standard of teaching by ensuring that all teachers are observed and evaluated at regular intervals.Lead the CPD for the section based upon requirements.Monitor student achievement and initiate differentiated programmes to ensure that all students are able to succeed to the best of their abilities.Monitor student behaviour and work with the student guidance teams to identify and support student welfare issues.Ensure that all dealings with members of the school community are conducted in a professional manner where there must be mutual respect and willingness to listen to both sidesStay abreast of developments in private education in general and international education in particular.Person SpecificationQualifications & Professional RequirementsAt least a first degree and teaching qualificationDemonstrable knowledge of the National Curriculum for England and IPC.Proven leadership experience in an international or established UK school, ideally as a Head of Primary, or as a highly experienced Deputy or Assistant Head ready to step into a Headship roleExperience of managing change and leading innovationExperience of managing a diverse multicultural teamExperience of using technology for learningEvidence of leading Continuing Professional Development activities for teaching and non-teaching staffDesirable:A master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, NPQH and/or NPQSLExperience in an international school contextDemonstrated success in leading school improvement and developing high performing teamsApplicants should have;A proven track record of successfully leading a Primary school or Primary phase, whether as Head of Primary or in an equivalent senior leadership role, delivering strong student outcomes and school improvementClear strategic leadership with the ability to drive sustained school improvementA deep understanding of high quality teaching, learning and curriculum leadershipThe ability to lead, inspire and hold accountable high performing teamsStrong coaching and people leadership skills, with a commitment to developing othersExcellent communication skills and the ability to build trust across the school communityHigh levels of integrity, professionalism and unwavering commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeingCultural intelligence and the ability to provide inclusive leadership within a diverse international community
