Deputy Head of Middle School (Grade 6-8)

Job Scope The Deputy Head of Middle School (Grades 6-8) is a key member of the Secondary Leadership Team with a key role in overseeing the provision of high-quality pastoral care, assuming responsibility for students' middle school experience in the secondary school.

Leadership and strategy 

· Leadership of the Grade Leaders Grades 6-8 and Secondary School Staff to promote high expectations for academic and pastoral care for the students in coordination with the leadership Team

· Leadership of the learning experience for Grades 6-8 that is in alignment with Secondary MYP curriculum and Pastoral initiatives

· Promotion and communication of Grade 6-8 initiatives amongst stakeholders 

· Contribute and ensure that the development and delivery of Secondary School improvement plan is aligned to the school’s vision. 

· Use data and evidence effectively and appropriately to evaluate and impact on the horizontal performance of students  

· Attend regular leadership team meetings as part of the Secondary Leadership Team  

·Lead on the Moral, Social and Cultural Education programme Grade 6-8

· Lead behaviour for learning, ensuring there is a conducive and nurturing environment for learning to flourish 

· Stewardship of a positive learning environment by regular review of rewards and sanctions as well as consideration of outcomes from the professional development cycle 

· Develop systems to promote high levels of engagement, achievement, punctuality and attendance

 Teaching and Learning

· To continue to maintain an environment in the Secondary School that promotes and secures good teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour

·To contribute to the organization, implementation and monitoring the IB MYP, ASDAN and Swiss Matura curricula and assessment so that statutory requirements are met

· To ensure that secondary students develop study skills to learn more effectively and with increasing independence

· To contribute to the organization, implementation and monitoring a policy for the personal, social and moral development of students

· To monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning and standards of achievement of all secondary students through appropriate methods.

· To determine and implement policies which promote:

• positive strategies for developing good relations and dealing with incidents of conflict
• equality of access, inclusion and diversity
• approaches to Learning and study skills

· To contribute to the organization, implementation and monitoring positive strategies and programmes which ensure good student behaviour and discipline and give support and clear guidance on suspensions and exclusions

· To develop and maintain effective links with the wider community including business and industry, to extend the curriculum and enhance teaching and learning

· To continue to maintain an effective partnership with parents and the wider community to support and improve students’ achievement and personal development

· To promote extra-curricular activities in accordance with the educational aims of the secondary school

· To ensure information on student progress is used to improve teaching and learning

 Pastoral care and well-being 

· Ensure school policies related to pastoral systems are followed by all secondary staff and that all secondary staff are held accountable for their implementation, the attendance policy is fully implemented, and attendance is monitored, and protocols followed  

 A detailed job description is available as attachment.

The position is for January 2025 Start.

Position Requirements

Education

Degree

Postgraduate teaching qualification

Qualification in leadership and management (desirable)

Experience

Leadership experience in a secondary school environment

IB/MYP Teaching experience

Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to demonstrable improvement in standards and achievement

Competencies

Proven ability to lead and inspire educational teams toward achieving academic excellence.

Experience in curriculum development, implementation, and assessment strategies.

Effective management of staff, fostering a positive and collaborative school culture.

In-depth understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities associated with middle school education.

Development and implementation of age-appropriate teaching methodologies.

Strong commitment to the social and emotional well-being of middle school students.

Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic plans to enhance school performance.

Sound decision-making skills, considering both short-term and long-term goals.

Excellent communication skills with staff, students, parents, and stakeholders.

Building strong relationships within the school community to foster a supportive and inclusive environment.