Head of Primary

Job Title: Head of Primary
Reporting to: Executive Principal

Purpose of Role
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Head of Primary to become a part of our vibrant teaching team, dedicated to delivering high-quality education for our students.

ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students.
Our primary focus is on the success of our children and students, as their achievements are our own. We recognize that wellbeing and safety are crucial for effective learning. Thus, we are vigilant in identifying potential safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately to all issues raised.

Treat everyone with care and respect.
We foster a culture of support, celebrating both similarities and differences while promoting the well-being of ourselves and those around us.

Operate effectively.
Our emphasis is on prioritizing the most impactful initiatives. We implement school policies and procedures while embodying the shared values of our community.

Learn continuously.
Our drive for improvement fuels us. We actively engage in personal and professional development as well as initiatives for school enhancement.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage the operations of the Primary School.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Hold at least a relevant Bachelor's Degree in Education or a Bachelor's degree accompanied by a postgraduate qualification in teaching.
- Have a minimum of 10 years of teaching experience, preferably in an international school setting.
- Exhibit patience, responsibility, and a passion for teaching.
- Be computer literate with strong interpersonal communication abilities.
- Function effectively as a team player and exhibit flexibility to address departmental needs.
- Demonstrate fluency in both written and spoken English.

ISP Leadership Competencies
You will consistently exemplify and model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all your actions.
- Collaboration: Actively participates in leading their school or region; cooperates as a genuine team player, establishing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to address challenges and seize opportunities.
- Learning & Getting Better: Regularly shows personal commitment and enthusiasm for continual learning and improvement, utilizing evidence and feedback to support the growth of others.
- Innovation Leadership: Creates an environment conducive to generating ideas for learning initiatives and services, inspiring and motivating others throughout the creation process to completion.
- Outcome Driven: Is reliable in finding solutions, consistently striving to exceed goals and focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Resilience: Handles setbacks and challenges with composure and effectiveness.
- Community Focus: Is dedicated to fulfilling and surpassing the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
- Integrity & Ethical Management: Works ethically and with integrity; ensures others feel valued; upholds and demonstrates the ISP Vision, Purpose, and Principles.
- Leading & Inspiring Others: Motivates, supports, and inspires students, colleagues, and teams to perform at their best.
- Understanding People: Possesses a strong ability to assess talent and can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of individuals both within and outside the organization.
- Influencing & Communication: Effectively informs, influences, and inspires students, parents, and colleagues through timely and impactful communication.
- Agile: Adapts and responds to changing circumstances; addresses and resolves problems by proposing solutions in uncertain environments.
- Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness: Applies business and industry knowledge to enhance effectiveness and profitability.
- Planning & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions about the best course of action, organizing, prioritizing, and balancing resources to achieve desired results.
- Diversity & Equity: Demonstrates sensitivity, awareness, and skills to understand the values, behaviors, attitudes, and practices across cultures that support all individuals in learning and working effectively.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent, covering the previous 10 years of employment history.