Head of Pre-Prep

The Opportunity

King's College Riyadh seeks to appoint an outstanding, experienced and passionate Head of Pre-Prep to join our Senior Leadership Team and support the development of a prestigious school that aspires to become the best British school in the Middle East.

This is an exceptional and rare opportunity for someone who has the qualities, skills and experience to be an exceptional Head of Pre-Prep as the school continues to grow and eventually cater for children aged 3-18. The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal with the objective of delivering an outstanding, all-round Pre-Prep education underpinned by academic and pastoral excellence. 

The School

King’s College Riyadh was the first school from the UK to establish a sister campus in Saudi Arabia, and the first to be granted a licence under the Royal Commission for Riyadh City’s (RCRC) prestigious International Schools Attraction Programme. Since our opening in September 2021, King’s has grown into a thriving, warm community that is setting the standard for British curriculum education in Saudi Arabia.

Pupils at King’s College Riyadh benefit from a truly all-round curriculum that has been developed by King’s UK over 140 years of history, tradition and educational expertise. Academic progress is made alongside the development of new skills and interests through sport, music, the arts and a range of other activities. 

Situated within minutes of King Khalid Road in Diriyah, King’s College Riyadh is extremely well located and easily accessible from most parts of the city. Plans for a second campus that will offer some of the finest school facilities in the Middle East are at an advanced stage. 

The Person

The successful candidate will be someone who:       

·       is passionate about ensuring all children receive the best possible all – round education in a safe and caring environment.

·       is capable of building excellent Pre-Prep provision and shaping future strategy.

·       has an excellent track record of school leadership in the Early Years/Pre-Prep.

·       has presence and the ability to lead and inspire pupils and staff alike.

·       takes action to implement a vision and to drive execution.

·       collaborates and is comfortable working as a team leader and a team member.

·       sees the benefit of having excellent relationships with staff, pupils and parents

·       is capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity.

·       has gravitas, integrity, inter-cultural awareness and highly developed personal skills.

·       has a growth mindset, positive and flexible attitude and is prepared to go the extra mile.

How to Apply

To apply, please consider the details of the Recruitment Information Pack, Person Specification and Job Description, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school.

The Application Form should be accessed, completed and then submitted directly to the school via the 'Apply Now' function.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 14th January 2025.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is therefore advised with interviews possibly being arranged in advance of the closing date. 

King’s College Riyadh reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date. 

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email hr@kingscollegeriyadh.com

Please visit our website at www.kingscollegeriyadh.com for further information about the school.

Terms of Appointment

 We recognise that the success of King’s College Riyadh depends on the quality, wellbeing and motivation of our staff. Staff can expect: 

·       A commitment to professional development. 

·       A dedicated and passionate human resources and support team, committed to making life in Riyadh as comfortable as possible. 

·       Outstanding career progression opportunities that arise from being part of a rapidly expanding education alliance in a dynamic market.

Safeguarding and Data Protection 

King’s College Riyadh is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to applicants providing a satisfactory current Police Clearance Certificate from their home country that is less than 3 months old. In addition, candidates are requested to provide a police clearance certificate from each country they have worked in. Three satisfactory professional references will also be required. 

If successful and if applicable for visa purposes, applicants will need to supply relevant degree certificates, university transcripts and proof of being a ‘full time’ student. Some of these documents will need to be attested by you at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Saudi Arabia Embassy in the candidate’s home country. 

By applying to this post, you agree to your data being held and processed by King’s College Riyadh and its affiliates. If you are appointed to the post you also agree to additional information, including sensitive data such as bank details and medical information, being held by King’s College Riyadh and its affiliates.

Applicants should also note that any offer of employment is subject to social media checks.