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Position Type: Deputy Headteacher
Contract Type: Full-time
Campus: Kathmandu
Apply by: 25 November 2021
Job Start: August 2022
Job purpose:
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To provide the conditions for our secondary teachers to be able to provide the best educational experience for our students.
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To lead and manage the appropriate sections of the day to day operational running of the secondary School, working closely with the other Assistant Heads.
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To contribute to the overall strategic direction of the school as a member of the secondary Leadership Team
Main Responsibilities:
To provide direction, training and inspiration for our teachers to be exceptional classroom practitioners. |
To ensure student progress is evident across the secondary School and all achievement is recognised and celebrated. |
To provide a safe environment and ensure the wellbeing of all students remains the priority. |
Maintain a clear assessment and reporting structure and schedule. |
Regularly evaluate the learning and teaching taking place in the school using a variety of means including regular learning walks, lesson observations, learning conversations, appraisal and effective feedback. |
To model excellent learning and teaching through their own classroom practice. |
To keep up to date with all curriculum and pedagogical developments, implementing appropriate initiatives through effective INSET and CPD. |
Work with the Whole School Inclusion Manager to ensure students experiencing learning difficulties are provided with appropriate support and guidance. |
To work with the secondary Leadership Team to be courageous and innovative in their initiatives and help implement them thoroughly. |
Manage appropriate budgets effectively and efficiently, ensuring resources are deployed appropriately and fairly. |
Maintain the secondary School calendar and ensure general administration, including reports, are of the highest standard. |
Communicate effectively with all members of our community to ensure clarity and be a driving force for positive change. |
Work with the Head of secondary and the Principal in working towards our Mission and Vision through appropriately ambitious area development plans. |
Work with our Administration Team in ensuring the smooth operation of the school, and our Board of Governors in helping shape the strategic direction of the school |
Promote a positive profile of the School Mission and Vision to all members of the community. |