Head of Primary School

Head of Primary School

British International School of Marbella

Employer: The British International School of Marbella/British Schools Foundation

Location: Marbella, Spain

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Full-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Job Start Date: August 2025

Advert Closing Date: 17th January 2025

Employer website: www.bsm.org.es

The British International School of Marbella is seeking to appoint a suitably-experienced, creative and dynamic leader of the highest quality. The Head of Primary will play a pivotal role in the strategic ongoing development of BISM as a member of the senior leadership team. We are looking to recruit a candidate with tremendous drive and enthusiasm in order 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 English National Curriculum for Primary 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 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 salary, relocation allowance and bursaries for accompanying children. The school and BSF provide strong opportunities for ongoing professional development.

The British Schools Foundation (BSF) and all BSF schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening including checks with past employers. An enhanced DBS/ICPC is required.

BSF is committed to providing equal opportunities to all pupils, staff, applicants and other members of the community in a safe, happy environment where all can succeed and where cultural diversity is celebrated. We aim to ensure that there is no discrimination of any kind on grounds of gender, race, colour, creed, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, cultural background, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

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Our School  

• Phases: Early Years-Secondary  
• Present Age Range: 2 - 18
• Gender: Mixed Co-Ed.  
• No. of Pupils: 650+ 
• School Type: Mainstream  
• Funding Status: Independent

The British International School of Marbella was established in August 2009. The school has experienced steady growth and it has now grown to incorporate EYFS, Primary and Secondary School to Key Stage 5.

First time visitors to our school often comment on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere that our community has established. We believe strongly that all members of our community should enjoy positive relationships.

The British International School of Marbella is part of the network of The British Schools Foundation. While each school is organised appropriately to reflect the context in which it is set, our schools share a common ethos set out in the BSF Charter. We believe in the personal development of all pupils alongside academic excellence. The British International School of Marbella offers an innovative curriculum based on the principles of the English National Curriculum and the Personal Development of its pupils. We offer a breadth of experience for all and a strong sense of community and citizenship. Our aspiration is to provide world-class education.

The vision of all BSF schools is to complete successful external accreditations and inspections on a regular cycle to ensure that our educational quality is of the highest possible standard. The British International School of Marbella is a member of COBIS.

Our staff work very hard but are well rewarded personally and professionally. As a result, many of our teachers gain a strong affinity for the school and find it hard to leave. Many that do leave, choose to stay within our network of schools and several have enjoyed promotions within the foundation.

The British International School of Marbella is an exciting and enriching place to work and looks forward to greeting new members of staff who have the skills, energy and enthusiasm to thrive in the positive environment that we offer.

For further details about our school please visit our website: www.bsm.org.es

Initial interviews for the post will be conducted in London from the week beginning 27th January 2025. International candidates may request to be interviewed online.