Deputy Head Secondary ( Academic)

Kuwait English School (KES) is a leading co-educational private English day school catering for children 3 – 18 years of age representing over 65 nationalities with an excellent and established record of providing quality education for the community of Kuwait. The school offers the English National Curriculum, IGCSE/GCSE/GCE A/S and A level. We have over 230 academic staff who have excellent qualifications and experience and are highly motivated. It is accredited by BSO and we are members of the BSME, COBIS and ECIS. 

“Kuwait English School (KES) is a good school with significant outstanding features. The school provides a good quality of education complemented by a high level of student care.” BSO Inspection Report. Please check the full BSO Inspection Report.

WHAT WE OFFER (Overseas Staff):

• Competitive salary which is tax free and significantly higher than the UK salary scale.
• Discount on children's school fees at KES.
• Annual round trip flights for staff and discounted rate for 2 children (attending KES).
• Staff Accommodation or rent allowance.
• Free private medical insurance for the employee.
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
• Courteous and hardworking students.
• Fantastic facilities to resource your ability to teach your students.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree.
• PGCE or PGDE and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) 
• Masters Degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in the UK or at an English Curriculum International School including a minimum of 2 Years in a leadership position.
• KS5 teaching experience is required.
• Timetabling experience is preferred.
• Professional Leadership qualifications are preferred.

Core Purpose of the Role: 

• To consult with the HoSS, Head of School and SSLT in coordinating the Secondary School Improvement Plan (SSIP)
• To provide professional leadership to secure the academic success and improvement of the Secondary School
• To manage, develop and implement the Secondary School curriculum and liaise with the Primary School on curriculum continuity
• To support and deputise for the HoSS as required.
• To implement the mission, policies and plans of the Secondary School and Whole School, as laid down by the Head of School and Board of Directors
• To teach a reduced allocation as agreed with the HoSS and Head of School

Specific Aspects of the Role: 

Monitoring the Curriculum

• To frame, implement and review the academic priorities of the Secondary School Improvement Plan in consultation with the Head of Secondary School and the Head of School; 
• To frame, implement and review the effectiveness of the Secondary School’s academic, teaching and learning policies and systems in consultation with the Head of Secondary School, and Head of School. 
• To report regularly on the performance of subject departments.
• Options– In conjunction with the Heads of Careers, the postholder is responsible for the Options Programme. The program offered is subject to the constraints of timetabling of staff and resources.
• To support effective budgetary control of curriculum areas.
• To work closely with the Director of Learning and Teaching to secure the successful implementation of the curriculum. 

Leading and Managing staff in the Secondary School 

• To ensure that effective professional relationships are formed between subject leaders and within-subject departments; 
• To exercise effective academic and professional leadership of the Heads of Department and teaching staff of the Secondary School
• To ensure that the professional responsibilities and duties of staff are fulfilled. 
• To manage the Head of Department group and conduct regular meetings and surveys to ensure effective implementation of directives from both the Head of School and the HoSS. 
• To assist the HoSS with any matters relating to the everyday running of the Secondary School. 

Learning and Teaching

• To conduct regular learning walks and observations to ensure the effective implementation of the T&L policy. 
• To work closely with the HoSS, Head of School and the Director of L&T to implement effective strategies and interventions. 
• To monitor the planning and implementation of effective SoW and how they correlate between the various subject areas
• To work closely with the HoSS to review all assessment procedures in the SHS. 
• To monitor the effective use of Data to inform learning along with the HoSS, Director of Learning and Teaching and the Head of School. 
• To take an active role in Teaching and Learning Communities. 

How to apply:

Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website including a CV, and a letter of application addressed to the Head of the Secondary School (Mr. Michael Hassan) as a pdf document.

Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current principal/Head of School.

Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 17th November. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged. Interviews for the post will most likely take place by google meet.

Safeguarding Statement:

Kuwait English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment practices, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity and gender.