Deputy Head of International Primary (KS2)
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Description Deputy Head of International Primary School Purpose of Role To drive as part of the Senior Leadership Team the learning, people development and growth in the International Primary School ensuring it is the School of Choice . To lead on a specific Key Stage and developmental area of the primary school inspiring others and modelling a self-reflective, self-improving approach. To ensure that colleagues are supported and provide amazing learning by setting high expectations and providing continuous development. To contribute to a culture supporting the safety and wellbeing of all members of the community. Principal Accountabilities these can be discussed based on candidate experience
- Key Stage 2
- Wellbeing and safety
- Leadership and Development
- Vision and Strategy
- Marketing, Admissions and Communication
- Commercial Success and KPIs
- Partnership with ISP
- Partnership with Parents, Carers and the wider Community
- To take responsibility for safety and wellbeing of all students and adults in the primary school as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Leading colleagues to ensure progress is tracked and benchmarked and that assessments support progress of our young people.
- Empower teachers to focus on the quality of learning in the school working with SLT for progress towards the 9 criteria ISP Learning Improvement Process .
- Lead, inspire and dev elop middle leaders, teachers, and administrative staff in the primary school.
- To contribute to a focus on the four key areas of the Primary School Learning, Experiences, Community and Futures aligning with the ISP vision of Schools of Choice.
- Model and contribute to the effective articulation of the story of the Primary school with focus on the principal area of responsibility.
- Support the Head of Primary in the growth and success of the Primary school against its KPIs.
- To work with and contribute to the wider group and articulate the benefits.
- Develop effective relationships based on a culture of partnership.
- Leadership Qualification such as NPQH, Masters or NPQSL Desirable
- School Leadership as Assistant Head at least
- Effective Communicator
- Team Player
- People Person
- Inspirational Leader
- Strategic Thinker
- Empathy
- Outstanding Teacher
- Ability to develop others
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Reflective
- Honest
- Sense of Humour
- Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
- Learning & Getting Better. C ontinually demonstrate s personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback ; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
- Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
- Outcome driven. C an be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
- Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
- Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
- Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity ; helps others feel valued ; upholds and model s the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
- Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspire s students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
- Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent , can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation .
- Influencing & Communication. Consistently inform s , influence s and inspire s students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
- Agile. Responds and adapt s to changing circumstances ; manages and solve s problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
- Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
- Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organis e s, prioritise s and balance s resources to achieve the desired outcome.
- Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity , awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that support s all children and adults to learn and work effectively.
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