Position Overview
The Deputy Head of Preparatory Stage will support the Head of Stage in the academic leadership, staff supervision, student welfare, and day-to-day management of the Preparatory Stage. The role focuses on maintaining high educational standards, supporting staff development, and ensuring a positive learning environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesReporting and CollaborationSuccess Criteria
- Academic Leadership
- Support curriculum implementation and monitor teaching and learning quality
- Monitor student progress, assessment, and academic outcomes
- Work with teachers and coordinators to drive continuous improvement
- Staff Development and Supervision
- Support teacher mentoring, performance management, and professional development
- Participate in lesson observations and staff appraisals
- Promote a collaborative and positive team culture
- Student Welfare and Discipline
- Support student wellbeing, behavior, attendance, and discipline
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Work with counselors, teachers, and parents to address student concerns
- Operational Support
- Assist with the daily management and smooth operation of the stage
- Support the implementation of school policies and procedures
- Contribute to stage improvement plans and school-wide initiatives
- Parent Engagement
- Maintain positive relationships with parents and support effective communication regarding students progress and wellbeing
- Participate in parent meetings and school events as required
- Reports directly to the Head of Preparatory Stage
- Works closely with teachers, coordinators, counselors, parents, and school leadership
- Improved teaching quality and student outcomes
- Effective staff supervision and development
- Positive student behavior and wellbeing
- Smooth and efficient stage operations
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a relevant field
- Minimum 5 years of relevant teaching and/or leadership experience
- Previous leadership or coordination experience in a school setting
- Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and student development
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead and motivate teaching staff
- Commitment to student welfare, safeguarding, and inclusivity
- All appointments are conditional upon satisfactory police background checks and references
Benefits
- Tuition Discount for Dependents
- Medical Insurance for Self
- Transportation upon availability (Meeting Points)
