Head of Senior School - Wellington College International at Alaro City

The Role Overview

• Wellington College International Lagos is currently seeking to recruit a Head of Senior School. He / She will work with colleagues and pupils in order to support outstanding outcomes academically, pastorally and professionally.
• He / She is expected to play a key role in the strategic development of the College as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
• We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head to lead the learning and teaching of pupils from 11 to 18 years from the senior school.
• We are looking for a candidate who understands collaboration and the importance of meaningful relationships to strive for excellence in both their own professional development and passion to help realise our academic, physical, personal and social aspirations.
• He/she will report to directly to the Master

Core Responsibilities
The core vision for the Senior School as part of the whole-School development plan.

• Establishing the 11-18 curriculum, including A level programme.
• The coordination and effective delivery of the teaching and pastoral care in the Senior School.
• Leading the Senior School SMT.
• Ensuring that the School’s Child Protection & Safeguarding practices are thorough, consistent and fully disseminated.
• Achieving the highest standards of performance and self-discipline amongst the Senior School teaching and non-academic staff.
• Designing the academic calendar, in consultation with the relevant members of the SLT, SMT and subject leaders.
• Sharing in the delivery of the curriculum as necessary, teaching a reduced number of lessons.
• The design, development, implementation and review of all Senior School policy documents and strategic plans.
• Managing parental concerns and communications, in conjunction with SLT and SMT colleagues.
• Disciplinary matters relating to all pupils within the Senior School.
• Ensuring that the pupils abide by the behavioral and uniform regulations, and thereby reflect credit on the College through their appearance and behavior.
• Ensure appropriate and outstanding transition and integration between the Senior and Primary Schools.
• Set an excellent example of professional standards and leadership.
• Any other reasonable requirements or requests from the Master.

Strategic leadership and oversight:

• Reporting to the Master, establish a strategic vision for the Senior School that aligns with that of the College.
• Design, develop, implement and review all Senior school policy documents and strategic plans, in consultation with the relevant members of the SLT. Ensure the vision for the Senior School is clearly articulated and shared, demonstrating the vision and values in everyday work and practice; motivating and working with others to create a shared culture and positive climate.
• Understand effective and meaningful use of internal and external assessment tools which support pupil outcomes and insightful comparisons with peer schools
• Articulate the rationale behind high quality Indoor and outdoor learning environments, ensuring the highest standards of continuous and enhanced provision.
• To lead on the collection and use of Senior School data for both internal and external use.
• Contribute to the Senior College leadership team.
• Lead the team of teaching staff which includes: performance management, ensuring high standards of teaching performance and pupil progress, delivery of appropriate and impactful CPD.
• Contribute to the strategic development of family communication and partnerships and manage parental concerns, in conjunction with SLT and SMT colleagues.
• Evaluate the Senior School programme and identify areas of strength and areas for further development and improvement through SDPs and action planning.
• Ensure highly effective transitions from the Primary School and into the Senior School.
• Pian and budget for overall resourcing of the Senior School to meet the demands of the educational model.
• Attend all Board-level meetings, as required, and prepare requested summary packs.

Academic Programme:

• Ensure compliance to all health and safety requirements – local and College led - so that all environments are safe for children and adults.
• Monitor the quality of risk assessments when arranging fieldtrips for the enrichment of children’s learning.
• Engage parents in a structured programme of events to build understanding of the educational model and curriculum, including developing their capacity to contribute to pupil learning.
• Work with the marketing, admission, and school office staff to promote the Senior School programme, and wider College events.
• Identify teachers’ professional development needs and arrange for training accordingly with a written yearly plan for CPD opportunities.
• Monitor the impact of CPD on the standards of teaching.
• Visit classrooms and observe curriculum implementation regularly and provide feedback to teachers.
• Identify and document exemplary classroom practice for sharing with teachers and parents.
• Organize and participate in regular collaborative learning, sharing and reflection among teachers.
• Encourage and develop teamwork among teachers.
• Ensure that appropriate cover work is set in the event of staff absence and that all Senior classes are covered effectively.
• Lead on the performance appraisal of teachers within the section of school.
• Oversee the construction and running of all necessary staff duty rotas.

Person Specification:
Pastoral Care and Wellbeing of students:
Working with the Director of Pastoral Care:

• Support teaching teams to ensure children have a strong sense of belonging with high levels of wellbeing.
• Ensure that all pupils in the Senior School share a practical understanding, and appreciation, of the School Values.
• Ensure that the behaviour expected of students is modelled by staff and understood clearly by pupils.
• Communicate and liaise frequently with parents, using parental forums also, to develop excellent professional relationships.
• Oversee the operation of the Houses, ensuring that they all provide outstanding care and procedures are consistently applied.
• Coordinate Senior School assemblies to reinforce the school’s ethos and Values, promoting a strong sense of culture. community and identity, celebrating pupil success.
• Attend meetings of the Pastoral Committee and Medical Committee, and be a member of the Health & Safety Committee.
• Maintain the highest standards of care, child protection and safeguarding at all times

Communication and Community:

• Provide a comprehensive plan on all areas within the Senior School.
• Coordinate with local government officials on different requirements regarding any statutory requirements to ensure full compliance.
• Take a strategic and practical role in the marketing of the Senior School and support full implementation.
• Contribute fully to admissions operations so that admissions targets are met and the process is managed effectively.
• Develop a positive relationship between the College and the wider school community through cooperative ventures, publications, competitions and extra-curricular activities.

Requirements

• University Degree /  Relevant teaching qualifications
• NPQH or similar qualification desirable
• Working Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Senior Schools
• Management Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ senior leadership experience in a Senior School. Previous experience of Headship in a senior school setting desirable.
• Experience of working in an international setting
• Previous experience of boarding school setting desirable
• The leader will be expected to be a major contributor to the vision of the school and the College as a whole, to support in achieving outstanding progress in all pupils and to contribute to the continuing rich development within the school.
• Experience of curriculum leadership and developing whole-school policies and strategies.
• An individual whose educational ethos aligns with delivering all round excellence
• A spirit of collaboration, drive, a sense of humour, a passion for children, positive nature, and a love of professional and lifelong learning
• A resilient attitude to life and challenges, willing to embrace change as part of the Founding SLT. .
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with different types of people and in a cross culture environment
• Strong mind-set for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations.
• Ability to manage, motivate, support and inspire trust in others.
• Ability to formulate, monitor, evaluate and review plans and policies