Deputy Head of School in a School

Job Title: Deputy Head of School

Location: Kubwa Expressway, Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Education

Job Description

• The ideal candidate will combine strong classroom experience with proven administrative capacity.
• Our client is looking to hire aDeputy Head of School who will support the Head of School in the institution's overall leadership, administration, and academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce school policies and maintain discipline among students and staff.
• Monitor student progress and ensure effective learning outcomes.
• Assist in the day-to-day management and coordination of school activities.
• Supervise and mentor teaching staff to ensure high teaching standards.
• Coordinate staff meetings, training, and professional development programs.
• Assist in parent engagement and communication.
• Support academic planning, curriculum implementation, and quality assurance.
• Step in for the Head of School when required.

Requirements

• Relevant educational qualifications (Education degree, PGDE, or equivalent).
• Passion for academic excellence and child development.
• Knowledge of blended curriculum and ability to integrate multiple curricula effectively.
• Must be resident in Abuja, FCT.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a structured school environment (Montessori experience is an added advantage).
• 8–10 years of experience in education, with a blend of classroom teaching and administrative roles.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send an updated copy of their Resume / CV to: [email protected] using "Deputy Head of School" as the subject of the mail.

Note
The body of your mail should contain answers to the questions below:

• Are you familiar with a blended curriculum? (Nigeria and British).
• Do you have experience working in a leadership capacity in the education sector? (Pre-nursery / Nursery and Primary).
• How do you assess the performance of students and teachers and align it with the institution's standards?
• Briefly let us know your experience working in a leadership role in a school.
  • Tell us one (1) major challenge you faced.
  • Tell us how you solved this challenge and the lessons learned.