رئيس المرحلة الابتدائية - القاهرة - أغسطس 2027

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Head of Junior School Location: Cairo Start Date: August 2027 Need to have a shortlist ready by 29 October for interviews with the Board and school leadership team starting on 1 November This leading British international school in 6th of October City, Egypt, offers a high-quality, values-driven education for students aged 3 to 18. Rooted in a long-standing UK educational heritage of over 135 years, it combines tradition with innovation to provide a well-rounded and forward-thinking learning experience. Following the English National Curriculum, the school offers globally recognised qualifications, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, enabling students to access top universities around the world. Set within a modern, purpose-built campus, the school features outstanding facilities such as advanced science laboratories, performing arts spaces, and extensive sports amenities. These resources support both academic achievement and personal growth in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Salary: Competitive (TBC) Tax Free (Majority paid in UK or US account) Housing: Free Furnished Apartment located in a gated community - school within walking distance Travel: Annual Flights for Employee only Medical Insurance: Paid for Employee only The role leads Years 2–6, covering Key Stages 1 and 2, and sits on the Senior Leadership Team. The school is seeking a strategic, collaborative leader who can raise standards, develop staff and contribute to whole-school improvement. Essential Requirements • A recognised teaching qualification, such as PGCE with QTS or equivalent. • Substantial successful teaching experience within primary education, ideally following the British National Curriculum. • Proven leadership experience as a current senior leader or an ambitious middle leader ready to step up. • Strong understanding of Key Stages 1 and 2, curriculum planning, assessment and progression. • A track record of improving teaching quality, pupil attainment and learning outcomes. • Experience of coaching, mentoring and developing teachers and middle leaders. • Ability to use assessment data and school improvement planning to identify priorities and measure progress. • Strong leadership, communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. • A collaborative approach to working with staff, parents, pupils and the wider school community. • A clear commitment to safeguarding, pastoral care, inclusion and pupil wellbeing. • Resilience, adaptability and the ability to lead effectively in a growing international-school environment. Desirable Experience • Previous experience as a Head of Primary, Deputy Head, Assistant Head or equivalent. • Experience working in a reputable British international school. • Experience leading whole-school or phase-level improvement initiatives. • Experience developing curriculum consistency and effective transition between year groups. • Familiarity with international-school communities and working in partnership with a UK founding school. Cairo pulses with life. The call to prayer echoes over a skyline of minarets and modern towers, weaving a rhythm that defines the city’s soul. The Nile River cuts through it all like a living artery, carrying stories, dreams, and the quiet promise of renewal. It’s not always easy—Cairo is intense, loud, and unapologetically alive. But that’s exactly its magic. It challenges you, shapes you, and pulls you into a world where every street has a story and every day feels significant. You don’t just live in Cairo—you experience it. And once you do, no other city feels quite as alive. Please contact your Edvectus advisor for more information.