Head of Primary

Colegio Gran Bretaña (CGB):

CGB is a highly prestigious private, inclusive, co-educational international day school (Nursery – Year 13) situated in very peaceful and attractive surroundings in the north of Bogotá. The school enjoys double accreditation with CIS and NEASC (the first school in Colombia to achieve this distinction) and is a member of The Round Square Organisation.

CGB offers VESS, The International Primary Curriculum (IPC), The National Curriculum of England, the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme to a predominately international student population representing approximately 50 nationalities. There are currently 410 students on roll.

CGB's Mission:

Colegio Gran Bretaña is founded upon the values of a truly international school community. We work collaboratively to provide a holistic, inclusive and academically challenging educational experience through the medium of English.

At CGB we inspire and prepare our learners for an evolving world. Eight essential, and equally important, Foundation Blocks support the day-to-day life of our school and foster intellectually prepared students who discover and embrace the ideals of global citizenship. Through empathy, and progressive teaching and learning we empower everyone to act on their beliefs, thereby cultivating independent thinkers who are able to meet the demands of the twenty-first century.

WE ARE SEEKING AN EXCELLENT & HIGHLY MOTIVATED HEAD OF PRIMARY

We require a versatile, capable and enthusiastic Head of Primary to start on 1st August 2025. It is essential that candidates have previous experience in leadership within a primary school, experience with the National Curriculum in England and/or the IPC will add a distinct advantage.  

A competitive two-year renewable contract package includes: 

• Fully furnished accommodation with utilities 
• Private medical insurance 
• US$ component 
• Tuition scholarship for up to two dependent children 
• Spanish courses for beginners during the first year of the contract 
• Settling-in allowance 
• Baggage allowance 
• Annual flight allowance 
• Transport to and from school 
• Lunch and snacks 
• Renewal bonuses
• Salary is calculated using CGB's pay scale to ensure fair pay.

Visit our website for further details about the school at www.cgb.edu.co

CGB offers: 

• Enthusiastic and internationally-minded students 
• Friendly, collaborative and welcoming colleagues 
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team 
• Thorough induction, integration and adaptation to Colombia/CGB process 
• Open and positive working environment 
• Professional Development opportunities 
• Openness to learn, grow and evolve as a learning community

Personal characteristics required for the position: 

• A qualified and experienced leader who is willing to drive the development of CGB
• A degree in education or other related field, preferably with a master's degree
• A passion for education and working with young people 
• Commitment to safeguarding children and young people 
• A desire to contribute and foster a positive learning community at CGB 
• An excellent communicator and public speaker 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to others at many levels 
• A team player who is interested in building the capacities and talents of those with whom they work
• An awareness and interest in supporting community social service and Service Learning  
• The ability and desire to "go the extra mile" 
• Honest, compassionate, friendly and fair 
• An excellent level of written and spoken English
• A willingness to learn Spanish (if not already spoken)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Candidates are asked to please include all of the information requested within the online application form, and to upload the following document as a separate file (in PDF). 

• A full letter of application, including why you consider yourself to be suitable to fulfil this role at CGB effectively. 
• Your personal Education Philosophy.

Please ensure that you add a THIRD referee from a direct supervisor including institutional email address within the online application form.

Closing date for applications – Friday 22nd November 2024

Interviews will commence on a rolling basis as applications are received and we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline should we find the ideal candidate.

Interviews via Google Meet (video camera required for the interview)

Please note:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

COLEGIO GRAN BRETAÑA IS COMMITTED TO THE PROTECTION AND SAFEGUARDING OF CHILDREN. ENHANCED BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE CARRIED OUT ON ALL EMPLOYEES IN ALL OF THE COUNTRIES IN WHICH THEY HAVE LIVED AND WORKED SINCE THE AGE OF 18.