Head of Primary

We require forward thinking outstanding and skilled Head of Primary, who shares a common passion about teaching and learning, improving provision and outcomes for children.

The Head is required for the next academic year 2025 -2026.

Successful applicants need to:

a)   be an excellent teacher.

b)   demonstrate an excellent leadership record and provide evidence of impact;

c)   be a highly motivated with a successful track record of working with a wide range of staff, children and families;

d)   show a commitment to and an enjoyment of education within and beyond the curriculum

e)   have vision, creativity, drive and enthusiasm to develop teachers in the primary school;

f)    be able to communicate effectively and have a repertoire of inter-personal skills which motivate, lead, support and challenge other colleagues; and

g)   be committed to the safeguarding of children.

In return, we can offer you:

a)   an opportunity to shape the next step of your leadership journey through values-led leadership.

b)   to be part of whole school improvement.

c)   a chance to make a real difference, improving the outcomes for our children

d)   competitive tax-free salary (net)

e)   annual gratuity equivalent to one month’s salary (net)

f)    annual flights to home country for staff member, spouse and up to two dependents

g)   international medical cover including for legal dependents (two children under age 18 and a spouse)

h)   fully furnished accommodation with few or no bills to pay

i)    pick up and drop off at your residence in the morning and after school

j)    weekend transport for shopping in downtown Addis.

For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr. Richard Cogley (Interim Head of School) via Bezaye Kebede bezaye@sandfordschool.org (HR Manager).

A job description is enclosed.

Application Process

Please submit your application via the TES 'Quick Apply', and attach a supporting letter outlining what skills and experiences make you an ideal candidate (word limit 500) within the 'Quick Apply Section'. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted soon after application.

Closing date: 31st January 2025

“Sandford International. School is committed to:

a)   safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children; and

b)   as a Non-Governmental Organisation staff are expected to be non-partisan, committed to equal opportunity for all, irrespective of race, religion and sex and reject discrimination on any grounds”

All staff are expected to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to either a local or international police check.

Sandford International School is an equal opportunities employer.