Assistant Head of Secondary (Academic)

Bromsgrove International School, Thailand, is a prominent co-educational boarding and day institution, catering to over 520 students aged 2 to 18. The school implements the English National Curriculum, tailored to fit our international context, from EYFS through IGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC. We are linked with Bromsgrove School, one of the UK’s esteemed independent boarding and day schools, boasting over 450 years of tradition. Our mission is to blend the finest elements of this educational legacy while nurturing a passion for independent learning in our students, preparing them to be truly global citizens. The school is affiliated with the Council of International Schools (CIS), recognized as a Gold/Outstanding school by the Education Development Trust (EDT), and is a full member of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA). Our facilities are divided between two campuses: the Early Years Campus (Pre-Nursery to Year 1) and the Windsor Park Campus (Year 2 to Year 13). The main Windsor Park campus is situated on the picturesque Windsor Park Golf Course on the outskirts of Bangkok, conveniently close to Suvarnabhumi International Airport and approximately 90 minutes from downtown Sukhumvit, Bangkok.

In recent years, the school has experienced significant growth in both student enrollment and its reputation for academic excellence, establishing itself as the preferred international school in the Eastern Bangkok region.

We are currently searching for a dynamic and inspiring Assistant Head of Secondary (Academic) who desires to be part of a professionally vibrant, supportive, and progressive learning community in a beautiful Southeast Asian environment. The successful applicant will join a proactive Secondary School Leadership Team (SSLT) and actively contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the academic offerings within the Secondary School. This position will emphasize leading the Heads of Faculty, continuously advancing academic standards and curriculum development, ultimately leading to exceptional examination outcomes and academic opportunities for all Secondary students. Any teaching subject specialization will be welcome for this exciting leadership role in the Secondary School.

We are eager to consider outstanding candidates with current middle leadership experience (as Head of Faculty and/or Head of Department) who are seeking a senior leadership opportunity and encourage them to apply.

Ideal candidates should:

- Hold a BA/BSc degree along with a postgraduate qualification in education (e.g., PGCE/GTP/Teach First) and possess UK QTS (or its overseas equivalent)
- Have at least five years of teaching experience in the UK or abroad within a British curriculum school
- Demonstrate a proven history of excellent classroom management, pedagogical practices, and external examination results
- Have an in-depth understanding of the English National Curriculum relevant to their subject area
- Be proficient in utilizing IT to enhance teaching, learning, and leadership
- Be capable of engaging, motivating, and supporting students, staff, and parents
- Be a reflective leader with the capacity to think creatively, innovate, and inspire others in their practice
- Be a positive and enthusiastic member of the school community
- Be willing to actively participate in the extracurricular life of the Boarding School

The school provides a competitive international salary and benefits package that aligns with similar international institutions in the region, including contractual and comprehensive educational bursary benefits for up to three legal dependents. For more information about the school and to gain insight into our community, please visit our website at www.bromsgrove.ac.th.

To apply for this role, please send a detailed letter of application (maximum of two A4 pages) outlining how your current and past experiences and vision align with the job description, along with your curriculum vitae including at least two references (one of which must be your current overall Headteacher/Principal) and a recent passport photograph, directly to Dr. Dan Moore, Headmaster & CEO at recruitment@bromsgrove.ac.th (Please refrain from using the TES 'Apply now' portal for this application).

Bromsgrove International School Thailand is dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the welfare of children. Applicants must be prepared to undergo child protection screening, such as the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)/ICPC if based in the UK, or the equivalent if overseas, along with written/verbal reference checks from previous employers. Any job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.

The closing date for all applications is 09:00 on Monday, 30th December 2024. Interviews will be conducted both in the UK at Bromsgrove School (for UK-based candidates) and online via Zoom during the week of Monday, 6th January 2025.