Visting KS3 Coordinator

The school

Lüderitz Blue School, founded in 2022, is a not-for-profit private international school offering the British National Curriculum in Lüderitz, Namibia. We currently offer Reception to Year 7 and are expanding to offer Years 8 and 9 (our KS3 cohort) in January 2025. The school has a focus on academic excellence and encourages independent thinking and boundless curiosity. We have a high number of scholarship places and host a range of extramural activities open to all learners in the community. As a ‘Blue School’, our learners are taught about the marvels of the natural world, with a particular focus on Lüderitz's unique desert-ocean environment. We are a very young school with the ambition to become a beacon for educational excellence within the next 5 years. Candidates are kindly referred to the School Information Pack for further information about the school and the town of Lüderitz.

The opportunity

Due to our school’s continued growth and our expansion to Key Stage 3, we are delighted to be expanding our team to welcome an ambitious and motivated Visiting KS3 Coordinator for a 3-6 month placement. This person will help to set up the Key Stage 3 department, welcoming the first learners and helping to establish the initial curriculum and framework. They will mentor staff, guide early instruction, and contribute to the wider development of the school during their time, supporting its rapid growth.

The person

The ideal candidate will be someone with:

• A relevant teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)
• Specialism in a core subject (Mathematics, English or Science) in a secondary school setting
• Extensive experience teaching the British International Curriculum or equivalent eg. Cambridge International
• Strong knowledge of teaching methodologies and best practices
• Familiarity with curriculum development, instructional design, and assessment strategies
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including teachers, learners, parents/guardians, and administrators
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and technologies
• Previous experience in secondary school coordination, Headship or Head of Department, or a similar role.

Application Process

To apply for this role, candidates are requested to apply via the TES portal. The closing date for this role is 31 December 2024 at 12:00 GMT. Early application is advised.

Please note that only applications with strong motivation letters tailored to the school in their supporting statement will be considered.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place via Zoom.

Safeguarding Statement

Lüderitz Blue School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to respect and adhere to this commitment and are subject to vigorous checks. The appointment of this post is subject to provision of a a satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate (or equivalent) that is less than three (3) months old. Appointment is also subject to provision of original professional qualification certificates and two (2) satisfactory professional references.

Privacy Statement

By submitting your application for this position, you consent to the storage and processing of your data by Lüderitz Blue School and its affiliated entities. If selected for the position, you also acknowledge and agree that additional information, including sensitive data such as bank details and medical information, may be retained by Lüderitz Blue School and its associates.