Primary Principal

Myanmar International School is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, creative and dynamic leader of the highest quality. The Primary Principal will play a pivotal role in the strategic ongoing development of MIS as a member of the senior leadership team. We are looking to recruit a candidate with tremendous drive and enthusiasm to build on the firm foundations already established in our school.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an exceptional ability to lead a team and gain the best possible level of performance from every pupil and teacher. A key part of the role is to achieve the highest standards of teaching and learning with a focus on both the academic and personal development of our students.

We are seeking a professional who:

• Is UK-trained or has relevant UK curriculum experience.
• Possesses visionary leadership skills, with a proven track record of real gravitas, positivity and presence within a school community.
• Can demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Cambridge Primary Curriculum and has experience of leading curriculum innovation and development.
• Can lead the planning and development of the Primary school and take charge of its day-to-day operations.
• Has a proven track record of outstanding teaching and leading successfully at Primary level.
• Can foster a culture of high standards that aims to bring out the best in every member of the school.
• Can ensure the Primary school is properly staffed with the highest possible calibre professionals. 
• Can successfully lead the Primary school through future WASC inspections.
• Has good interpersonal skills and can establish and sustain effective, positive working relationships with all staff, pupils, parents and the local community. 

This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly capable educator to lead a growing team.

Remuneration includes a competitive tax paid salary, beginning and end of contract flights, 100% school fees for 1 child, International Medical Insurance, rent free accommodation with WIFI and cable TV.

The post will suit an outstanding teacher who is interested in developing their career in an international setting. The candidate needs to be passionate about teaching and have a desire to make a difference to international children’s lives. The successful candidate will be an inspirational role model and share in our commitment to the education of the whole child.

Application Process

Please send your CV with a supporting statement, addressing the Person Specification and 3 professional referees to Richard MacLean (Chief Education Officer) via email: richard.maclean@mis-edu.com

If you would like to have an informal conversation about this post, please contact Richard MacLean (Chief Education Officer) richard.maclean@mis-edu.com

Myanmar International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. To that end identity, references, police background and medical checks will be required from the successful applicant. The school is also an employer committed to equal opportunities and welcomes all applications.

An early application is encouraged as interviews may be arranged prior to the deadline for the right candidate.

You must meet the following requirements for a visa or working permit:

• A degree.
• Bachelors with Teaching Qualification, PGCE or PGDE, iPGCE, UK Qualified Teacher Status or similar teaching qualification.
• Proficient in English.
• Should hold a valid passport from either Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom or United States.