Head of Junior School

King's College School, The Bahamas, opened in September 2022 in Nassau. It is the only school in the region that is part of a leading global group of premium schools. The King's group offers over 50 years of academic excellence and proven best practices from Inspired Schools across six continents.

For this 2024/25 academic year, the school welcomed over 250 students from Pre-Reception to Year 9. An additional year group will be added every year until Year 13.

The school is housed in a newly built 10-acre campus of architectural significance. It offers the highest quality educational facilities, ensuring that students benefit from a learning environment designed for how students learn in the modern day.

Facilities include light and airy classrooms, state-of-the-art science labs, a multipurpose hall, a 25-metre swimming pool, football pitches, tennis courts, padel courts, dance, drama, and art studios, an adventure park playground, and plenty of green spaces and shaded areas for students to enjoy.

King's College School, The Bahamas, joins Inspired as part of the King's Group schools in Spain, Panama, Latvia, Portugal, and Egypt. King's Group schools have provided children with a rigorous and broad British and international education since 1969, focusing on developing thoughtful and knowledgeable young people. The group's success comes from recruiting teachers with the skills and experience to turn the curriculum into dynamic lessons that inspire students. The group's success comes from recruiting teachers with the skills and expertise to turn the curriculum into dynamic lessons that inspire students. The King's Group schools' belief that child-centred, exploratory learning teaches students to think, question and explore new ideas complements Inspired's forward-thinking learning approach.

The Role

The Head of Junior School will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students in Years 1 to 6 at King's College School, The Bahamas. Reporting directly to the Founding Principal, the Head of the Junior School will oversee all aspects of the Junior School academic and pastoral life, and contribute to the whole-school strategy and operations, as part of the Senior Leadership Team.

This role requires a leader with significant experience in primary education. The candidate must be capable of driving curriculum development and fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that meets young learners' developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

· Work collaboratively with the Founding Principal, Senior Leadership Team, and Board to implement the school's educational strategy and policies for the Junior School.

· Provide regular analysis of the Junior School's performance, focusing on key areas such as curriculum delivery, pupil progress, and staff development.

· Ensure the academic, pastoral, and co-curricular development of the Junior School, continuously raising educational standards and adapting to the needs of young learners.

· Lead the design and implementation of a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum that emphasises foundational literacy, numeracy, and character education skills.

· Promote King's values and ethos within the Junior School, fostering a positive and inclusive culture that supports student well-being and personal growth.

· Actively engage with parents and the local community to build strong relationships and support networks.

· Oversee the recruitment and development of Junior School staff, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality teaching and pastoral care.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

· A proven track record of outstanding educational leadership in an excellent primary or prep school setting, ideally within the independent school sector, in the UK or internationally.

· Excellent academic track record, with significant experience in primary curriculum oversight and development.

· Demonstrated ability as an academic leader, with an in-depth understanding of early childhood education best practices.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.

· Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a global perspective on education.

Personal Attributes:

· Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with colleagues, parents, and students.

· Organisational skills, resourcefulness, adaptability, and resilience.

· A collaborative and motivational leadership style that inspires trust and respect.

· Integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a good sense of humour.

Why Join Us?

Inspired is a high-growth organisation with over 13,000 employees and offers you the unique opportunity to be part of a founding team, collaborate with passionate educators, expand your skills, and grow in a role that inspires you in a stunning location.

You'll be joining other dedicated professionals with unrivalled access to extensive guidance, support, and growth opportunities – and, most importantly, providing your students with the very best start in life.

In addition, you will benefit from:

· The unique opportunity to impact education within The Bahamas and within Inspired as part of the founding team of one of the group's leading schools.

· Industry-leading professional development.

· Being part of Inspired's award-winning team, which includes globally renowned educators and specialists.

· Exceptional internal career mobility within King's College School, The Bahamas, and Inspired's broader family of premium schools.

· Working within state-of-the-art facilities designed by some of the leading educationalists and architects in the world.

· A warm and friendly culture.

· Competitive tax-free salary and benefits.

· The opportunity to rent highly discounted accommodation with direct access to one of the island's most stunning beaches.

· Relocation support.

· Free school places for children.

In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18th January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3761/

Safeguarding

Any successful applications will be required to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check and completing any relevant safeguarding assessments.

Equal Opportunities

Inspired education is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.