Head of Early Years
St. Louis School - Colonna
Italy
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 January 2025
Job overview
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.
In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
ROLE SUMMARY:
St. Louis School Colonna Campus is seeking a Head of Early Years to lead our dynamic Early Years department. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and innovative leader to shape and inspire the next generation of learners, ensuring the delivery of a world-class early years education. As Head of Early Years, you will be responsible for driving pedagogical excellence, supporting staff development, and fostering a nurturing environment that promotes creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Early Years department, ensuring alignment with the school’s mission and values.
- Curriculum Development: Oversee the planning and delivery of a high-quality, student-centered curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilia principles.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and support the Early Years teaching team, fostering a collaborative and innovative teaching culture.
- Student Progress: Monitor and evaluate student progress, using data to inform planning and intervention strategies.
- Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with parents and the wider school community, promoting engagement and collaboration.
- Enrichment & Events: Coordinate and lead enrichment activities, including school trips, assemblies, and Early Years events.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure compliance with local regulations and maintain high standards of safeguarding and pastoral care.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Qualifications: A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, along with a recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent).
- Leadership Experience: Proven experience leading an Early Years team or department, ideally in an international or Reggio Emilia-inspired setting.
- Passion for Early Years Education: A deep commitment to nurturing young learners and fostering a creative, inclusive learning environment.
- Innovative & Collaborative: Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team while driving innovation in teaching and learning.
- Data-Driven: Skilled in using assessment and data to support student progress and inform teaching strategies.
- Commitment: A long-term commitment to the school and its community, with a focus on continuous improvement and excellence.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, along with a recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent).
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- An EU passport or a valid visa to work in Italy would be beneficial.
If you are an experienced leader passionate about early years education and ready to make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.
Full job description can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sJJl_AhV3H2t0fw8w7FLdj-X_IqnQA7G/view?usp=sharing
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
About St. Louis School - Colonna
Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with over 119 premium private schools spanning six continents providing premium education to over 85,000 students ensuring they all receive a first-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
We offer you the chance to work/live in an exciting new location, collaborate with passionate educators, develop your skills, and grow in a role that inspires you.
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Build a career with Inspired Education
Inspired schools remain anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations, and collectively, they form an international community that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
Specialist-led, extracurricular activities and exchange programmes are woven into the fabric of Inspired's approach to schooling, resulting in a well-rounded, diverse student population of engaged, active learners who confidently apply their wide-ranging skills within a global context.
Students benefit from a robust, holistic, international curriculum formed around the Inspired three pillars of modern education: academic excellence, sports, and performing & creative arts, with dedicated, highly qualified teachers who demonstrate Inspired's exemplary methodology. In the application of a student-centred teaching model, Inspired schools achieve outstanding examination results and, importantly, nurture happy, multi-skilled individuals who have faith in their abilities. Inspired students are empowered to fulfil their potential and are fully equipped to thrive in a modern world.
Colonna St Louis is a First-Class Premium International Early Learning School
Colonna St Louis provides a friendly, nurturing international environment for students aged 3 to 14 in northeast Milan. The Colonna Campus offers the highest standards of academic excellence and pastoral care through its Early Years, Primary School, and Middle School programmes.
Since opening in September 2017, Colonna has hosted over 600 students from nearly 50 nationalities, building on a 25-year reputation for high-quality education at the Caviglia campus. The dedicated staff balance a rigorous academic curriculum with a strong pastoral care programme to ensure holistic development.
The campus features modern facilities, including sports amenities, a spacious dining area, and well-equipped classrooms that cater to the evolving needs of students as they approach Lower and Upper Secondary education.
Colonna St Louis ignites students' natural curiosity and invites individuals to experience the vibrant St. Louis School community. Joining the team means contributing to a mission of academic excellence and personal growth, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.
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