Head of Primary, Iep Elian's British School, La (La Nucia)

Head of Primary, IEP Elian's British School, La Nucía

We're keen to appoint a Head of Primary with plenty of energy to inspire our staff and students from Year 1 to Year 6. Elian's British School is a private school with a school community of more than 40% international profile, located in La Nucía in a natural environment.

What We're Looking For

• Suitably qualified for the position and Qualified Teacher Status.
• Up-to-date professional development.
• Good understanding of the community and parents body.
• High knowledge of UK National/International Curriculum requirements.
• Highly effective team leader, able to motivate and engage other staff to be better at.
• Recent experience in a Primary School which follows the UK National or International Curriculum.
• Enthusiasm for teaching, learning and the achievement of every student.
• Good oral and written communications skills in Spanish and English.
• Commitment to continued personal and professional development.
• Experience and skills in providing differentiated learning opportunities in order to support, meet and challenge the needs of all learners is essential.
• Effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress.
• Engaging classroom communicator, with ideas for cross-curricular learning and wow moments.
• Calm, kind, and firm approach to classroom management, so young learners feel secure.
• Good team player.
• Able to successfully track student progress.
• Willing to contribute to the wider life of the school.

What We Offer

• Happy, well-behaved students, who are willing to learn.
• Friendly, supportive staff.
• Small class sizes.
• Beautiful campus on the popular Costa Blanca (Marina Baixa).
• Continuing professional development, including optional Spanish classes on site.
• Opportunities to develop your career at a Key Stage level — or beyond.
• Year-round, permanent contract.
• 6 weeks summer holiday.
• Unlike the majority of schools in Spain, our terms usually include a half term holiday.
• Tuition fees waived for your own children (if you have them), who are entitled to a place at our school.
• Salary in line with the agreement for private schools in Spain (the convenio) plus additional allowance according to responsibility.
• As part of the International Educational Partnership (IEP) group, we have links and employment opportunities with British and international schools across Spain.
• Dedicated support of our Human Resources team to advise and support you through the administrative and personal arrangements necessary for a smooth transition.
• Free lunches and refreshments during the day.
• Additional benefits, which we are happy to detail during the selection process.