Head of High School (Private School)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

• Honours Degree in Education (recommended) or related field.
• 10 years' experience in a management position at an educational institution.
• At least 10 years high school teaching experience.
• Knowledge of High School curriculum.
• Ability to lead and nurture young staff members.
• Excellent management & leadership skills.
• Experienced diversity manager.
• Sound and proven business acumen.
• Experience in human resource management.
• A passion for education and children.
• Accepting and subscribing to the Christian values and ethos of the school.
• Profound knowledge of the curriculum and related matters.
• Current SACE registration.
• IEB experience would be beneficial.
• Strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Clear criminal record.

The responsibilities are

• Proven high-quality experience of community and stakeholder engagement.
• An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing An awareness of branding, image and style.
• Ability to inform and influence with strong and persuasive communication skills, meticulous administration, planning and the ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Tact, sensitivity and the ability to handle confidential material with discretion.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• High degree of personal motivation, initiative, energy, creativity and drive.
• An interest and empathy with the ethos and aims of independent education.
• Willingness to take an interest and become involved in all aspects of the life of the School.