Head of Secondary School

The Head of Secondary School will provide effective academic leadership and oversight of the secondary school, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.

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Purpose Of Job:

• The Head of Secondary School will provide effective academic leadership and oversight of the secondary school, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• The role will oversee curriculum implementation, supervise teaching staff, monitor academic performance and coordinate examination preparation while promoting a safe, disciplined and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide academic leadership and direction for the Secondary School, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Oversee curriculum planning and implementation, ensuring effective delivery and adequate curriculum coverage.
• Supervise and monitor the performance of teachers and Heads of Department, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
• Conduct regular classroom observations to assess teaching effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Monitor students' academic progress through assessments and examinations, analyse performance data and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate students' preparation for WAEC, NECO, JAMB UTME, IGCSE and other relevant examinations, where applicable.
• Identify staff training needs and recommend professional development initiatives to improve teaching effectiveness.
• Promote student discipline, welfare and compliance with safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians regarding students' academic progress and relevant concerns.
• Coordinate academic meetings and ensure proper maintenance of curriculum, assessment and examination records.
• Prepare periodic academic performance reports and submit recommendations to school management.
• Implement academic improvement initiatives in line with the school's educational objectives and standards.

Note: Only candidates who meet the stated requirements will be considered for shortlisting.

Location: Lokogoma, Abuja (FCT)

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant subject area. A Master's degree or postgraduate qualification in Education or Leadership is an added advantage.
• Valid Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) registration.
• Minimum of five (5) years' teaching experience, including at least two (2) years in an academic leadership role such as Head of Department or Vice Principal (Academics).
• Demonstrable experience preparing students for WAEC, NECO, JAMB UTME or IGCSE examinations.
• Experience in IGCSE training, academic competition coaching or familiarity with examination bodies such as Cambridge and British Council will be an added advantage.
• Proven ability to analyse assessment data and present findings to senior management.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and proficiency in spreadsheets or relevant data tools.

Required Competencies:

• Strong academic leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to supervise, coach and develop teaching staff.
• Strong organisational and decision-making skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality

How to apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Cover letter, Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications and Evidence of valid TRCN registration to: (see Apply by email) using "Application – Head of Secondary School" as the subject of the email.

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