Deputy Head Academic

About the role

Inspired Education is recruiting a Deputy Head (Academic) for King's College School, The Bahamas, a founding school of the group that opened in August 2022 and is growing from Pre-Reception to Year 10, with a sixth form opening next year. The Deputy Head will report to the Founding Principal, start in post in August 2027, and act as a key strategic adviser on curriculum, teaching and learning, CPD, student tracking and academic life in Years 7 to 13, working with the Head of Junior School.

Key responsibilities

• Foster a culture of academic excellence and intellectual curiosity among students and staff
• Oversight and delivery of a rigorous, aspirational academic curriculum and of teaching and learning, including the integration of educational technology
• Oversight of CPD for academic staff and the associated budgets
• Oversight of student tracking and of academic reporting through iSAMS
• Lead on the academic strands of the School Development Plan and keep the school inspection-ready
• Line manage Heads of Department, the Head of Academic Support, the Director of Studies, the Exams Officer and the Head of University Counselling, and work closely with the Head of Sixth Form on Years 12 and 13
• Develop and maintain a super-curricular programme, prepare annual timetables and anticipate staffing needs
• Oversee internal and external examinations and work with the Admissions Department on student selection

Required profile

• PGCE, QTS or equivalent, with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
• Significant experience of academic leadership in a high-performing independent or international school
• IGCSE/GCSE and A Level teaching experience in a subject offered at the school
• Experience of strategic development and managing change at whole-school level
• Resilience and drive in a fast-paced, demanding environment

What we offer

• 50% timetable relief to complete the role
• Professional development and career opportunities within the group