Job Description
Focusing relentlessly on raising academic achievement, the Director of Studies line manages the four Faculties in the Senior School in partnership with the Director of Sixth Form. The Director of Studies is responsible for coordinating educational provision to improve standards of learning and achievement for all, including SEND and EAL students. They are also involved in communication with parents and ensuring that students are placed on the most appropriate courses.
They work closely with the Principal in the retention and recruitment of staff and play the lead role in ensuring that the highest standards of teaching are maintained across the school. They are central to the effective professional performance management of staff, support both trainee and early-career teachers, and manage the staff team as a whole.
They are a beacon for innovation and creativity, leading staff in the development of an innovative and demanding curriculum. They lead in the delivery of ISP's learning and innovation strategy, model effective leadership for learning, and play a leading role in the Learning Improvement Process.
The Director of Studies also supports the Principal and the Deputy Principal in meeting the wider school's successful operation as an ongoing commercial enterprise.
ISP Principles
* Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do, and their success is our success. Well-being and safety are essential for learners and learning. We consistently identify potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and respond appropriately.
* Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences, and promote well-being.
* Operate effectively. We focus on what truly matters and embody our shared ideas.
* Are financially responsible. We make careful financial choices based on the needs of children, students, and schools.
* Learn continuously. We drive improvement through personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
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