School Principal (Pre-School and Early Years)

Strategic Leadership of the School:

• Formulate and articulate a comprehensive strategic vision for the school that aligns with the Group's strategic objectives and targets.
• Develop both short-term and long-term plans that reinforce the school's mission and goals.
• Present the school's development plan to the Board for their endorsement.
• Implement and monitor the school’s development plans to ensure they remain aligned with established goals.
• Evaluate the school's developmental needs and revise plans accordingly.

Overall Management of the School:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure the school functions smoothly, efficiently, and effectively.
• Establish and assess standard operating procedures (SOP) for the school, ensuring they are in harmony with the Group's SOP.
• Maintain a well-resourced and well-maintained school environment that promotes optimal learning for students and a productive atmosphere for staff.
• Maximize the use of school facilities and resources to enhance student learning experiences.

Curriculum Management:

• Direct the school in managing curriculum design, working in collaboration with the Pedagogy team at Headquarters.
• Supervise the quality, balance, and relevance of academic, pastoral, and extracurricular activities within the adopted curriculum framework.
• Ensure the school’s curriculum is consistent with other institutions in the EtonHouse Group, facilitating seamless transitions for students.
• Ensure teaching staff effectively implement the curriculum framework and maintain high pedagogical standards.
• Support and coach the teaching team in monitoring, assessing, documenting, and sustaining student learning and developmental evaluations.
• Ensure that authentic and meaningful evaluations of children's learning and development are documented, alongside necessary updates and reports to parents.
• Safeguard the confidential storage and maintenance of all student records.
• Ensure an adequate supply of teaching materials and resources to support a high-quality learning environment for young children.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching delivered by staff, ensuring high standards in both teaching and learning.
• Provide teaching assistance on an ad hoc basis when required.

Staff Management:

• Inspire, lead, and motivate both teaching and non-teaching staff to cultivate a positive, collaborative, and dynamic school environment.
• Coach and mentor the team to help them achieve their full potential in performance.
• Conduct classroom observations, delivering timely feedback and coaching to elevate teaching standards.
• Set performance and development objectives for both teaching and non-teaching staff and evaluate their performance against these goals.
• Plan professional development opportunities for the school team based on identified training needs.
• Collaborate closely with the HR Business Partner to anticipate staffing needs, ensuring sufficient staffing levels.
• Lead the recruitment and selection process for both teaching and non-teaching positions.
• Mentor and onboard new staff to ensure a smooth integration into the school culture.
• Manage staff scheduling, including making arrangements for relief coverage during absences and resources for new programs or classes.

Safeguarding:

• Guide the school team on all matters related to child safeguarding, prioritizing the safety and well-being of students.
• Ensure that all staff members recognize the critical importance of safeguarding students.
• Develop and periodically review safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and adherence.

Student Management:

• Participate in the admission process for new students.
• Ensure student records are carefully maintained with all requisite documents prior to admission.
• Oversee class assignments for students, considering age, friendship groups, previous placements, learning needs, and other relevant factors.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

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