Head Teacher at Kingston Bridge School

Job Purpose

• To drive and manage the affairs of the school (preschool, nursery and primary), whilst providing leadership, managerial and professional directions to management/staff in order to deliver premium-quality educational services, in accordance with the school’s vision and objectives.

Job Summary

• Reviewing, developing and implementing appropriate school operating plans -including curriculum /programs, human resources, marketing/enrollment, facilities, events and financial budget.
• Teaching and learning standards- continuous evaluation of teaching/learning standards in the school, with the objective of ensuring that high standard of professional teaching and learners' performanceare established, achieved and sustained.
• Human resources/Performance management - monitoring, supervising and appraising teaching staff performance, whilst ensuring provision of necessary resources required to effectively carry out their duties. Identifying staffing needs and taking appropriate recruitment actions.
• Ensuring the maintenance of good order, conduct and discipline at all times in the school.
• Stakeholders Management -promoting, building and maintaining good relationships with the school's internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years active teaching experience in nursery/primary schools, of which, 3 years (minimum) as a head teacheror a senior management/teaching position.
• Applicants should have - B.Ed. or B.Sc / HND (with NCE, PGDE or TRCN).
• Have a track record of past accomplishments in primary school management.
• Have a good knowledge of Montessori, Early years foundation stage, child development and care.
• Have an excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills, with ability to build and sustain a caring school climate and culture.
• Proficient in the use of Information Technology.