Head of Secondary

Description

ISP Malaysia Role Profile

Straits International School Rawang

HEAD OF SECONDARY

Purpose of Role

The Head of Secondary will be responsible for the day-to day leadership of students and staff within our Secondary School. In leading their learning community, the HOS will closely collaborate with both the Head of Academics, and Head of Pastoral, as well as department heads and other members of management. This will be in addition to working alongside the School Principal and Head of Primary (HOP) to foster an educational vision that promotes successful strategic development, effective leadership and growth throughout the school. The HOS will actively create opportunities for school enrichment by promoting innovative initiatives and leading others in creating positive change. The duties and responsibilities of this post are numerous and varied, with the expectation that the ideal candidate will demonstrate high levels of flexibility and commitment as we move forward as a school.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

This document reflects the responsibilities of a HOS across four main areas of focus:

• Leading Learning & Teaching
• Evaluation & Strategic Development
• Communication & Collaboration
• Operational Duties

Leading Teaching & Learning

• Oversee the effective delivery, organisation and implementation of a balanced and effective curriculum that is reflective of national and international standards, in addition to our own students unique needs and backgrounds.
• Support high quality planning, allocation, and evaluation of work undertaken by teachers, monitoring the clear delegation of tasks and responsibilities by collaborating with other members of management.
• Collaborate with the Head of Academics to model and promote exemplary teaching standards across all subjects in order to raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement across the Secondary School.
• Collaborate with the Head of Pastoral to identify and address areas of concern throughout the Secondary School and provide the necessary support to assess and target these issues.
• Enhance the teaching practice of others by liaising with the School Principal, HOP and MMT to develop and deliver meaningful opportunities for CPD.
• Provide effective leadership to all members of the Secondary School as we continue to foster an environment that supports positive communication, support and growth among staff and students.
• Establish and implement effective school policies related to planning, assessment and other aspects of teaching and learning in order to promote best practice.

Evaluation & Strategic Development

• Challenge underperformance at all levels and ensure effective corrective action and follow-up is put in place and has an impact on improvement.
• Present a coherent, understandable and accurate account of the schools performance to a range of audiences including other members of SLT, The Board of Directors and the wider school community.
• Liaise with other members of SLT and management to regularly review and promote the schools Strategic Development Plan to raise standards throughout the school.
• Develop and implement an effective approach to appraisals and evaluations used to assess progress and areas for improvement in Secondary.
• Manage and use data gathered to inform future teaching and learning practices in Secondary.
• Provide regular, detailed and meaningful feedback to staff to ensure that standards are continually being raised and positive development is taking place.

Communication & Collaboration

• Liaise closely with the School Principal, HOP and other members of the schools management to ensure frequent and clear communication.
• Contribute to the development of a school culture which celebrates the rich diversity of our student body and academic staff.
• Contribute to the development of the education system by sharing effective practice, working in partnership with other schools and promoting innovative initiatives, especially with our wider school community.
• Create opportunities for meaningful parental involvement and lead other staff in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with our parent community.

Operational Duties

• Plan and lead effective Secondary meetings, ensuring that they are properly planned and offer meaningful opportunities for staff to contribute and give feedback.
• Ensure that the range, quality and use of all available resources is monitored, evaluated and reviewed to improve the quality of education for all pupils and provide value for money.
• Monitor that school policies are being adhered to by staff and students correctly throughout the school day, particularly in relation to behaviour management, uniform and punctuality.
• Promote an effective organisational structure within Primary which reflects the schools values, and enables the management systems, structures and processes to work effectively in line with school policies.
• Recruit, retain and deploy staff appropriately, managing their workload to enable achievement of the vision and goals of the school.
• Balance and resolve issues related to timetabling, staffing and other duties within Secondary.

Person Specification

The person fulfilling the role of Head of Secondary will be able to demonstrate the following attributes and leadership qualities:

• A clear passion for learning and teaching, advocating for excellence and striving to always model excellent classroom practice.
• Clear and empathetic communication skills.
• The gravitas to inspire confidence and respect in pupils, parents and staff.
• Experience in leading academic/ teaching and learning teams.
• Experience in leading successful pedagogical change in a whole school context.
• Always Leading by example for both staff and students.
• Commitment to playing a full part in the school community's life, setting an outstanding example exemplifying the school mission & vision.
• An ability to effectively prioritise and delegate tasks according to responsibilities and deadlines.
• Display a personal commitment to their professional development.
• Have a sense of humour, enthusiasm, self-confidence, integrity and strong interpersonal skills.
• Continuously strives to improve themselves as a leader and engages in regular self-reflection on their practice.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., B.Ed., PGCE / QTS).
• Minimum 5-7 years of teaching experience.
• Ability to deliver a balanced, broad, and differentiated curriculum.
• Skilled in providing well-planned, rigorous, and engaging learning experiences.
• High expectations for learners, fostering inspiration and challenge.
• Promote a well-organised and inspiring learning environment.
• Experience integrating technology into teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset across all aspects of school life.
• Passionate and committed to going above and beyond for the school community.
• Ability to pass an International Child Protection Certificate (UK) to work with children & able to provide Criminal Background Check covering the previous 10 years employment history.
• Contract: Fixed Term (2 years) renewal depending on performance
• Able to commence in August 2024

I SP Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.

• Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.

• Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

• Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.

• Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.

• Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.

• Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.

• Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.

• Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.

• Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.

• Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.

• Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.

• Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

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 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.

Salary/Benefit:

• Basic Salary : Around RM 18,000 - RM 20,000
• Transport Allowance : RM 500
• Housing Allowance : RM 3,000 (Single), RM 3,500 (Married)
• EPF : 8%

Other benefits:

Baggage Allowance (one time), Settling Allowance (one time), Beginning and End of Contract flight allowance, Local Health Insurance (Employee only), medical leave, hospitalisation leave, extensive training for professional development, monthly staff rewards depending on performance.