Director of Studies

Job Description

Focusing relentlessly on raising academic achievement, the Director of Studies line manages the four Faculties at the Senior School in partnership with the Director of Sixth Form. The Director of Studies is responsible therefore 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. 

In addition, 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. They lead in supporting both trainee and early career teachers and in the management of the staff team as a whole

They are a beacon for innovation and creativity, leading the staff in the development of an innovative and demanding curriculum for all the community. They will lead in the delivery of ISP’s learning and innovation strategy, modelling effective leadership for learning and playing a leading role in the Learning Improvement Process. 

The Director of Studies is also instrumental in supporting 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. 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.

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.