Head of Secondary School

About the role

Muscat International School by Amity, a growing British international school in Muscat, Oman, is looking for an experienced Head of Secondary School to join its Senior Leadership Team with an immediate start. Reporting to the Principal, the post holder leads the Secondary School, drives academic improvement and fosters a culture of high expectations, excellent teaching, strong pastoral care and student achievement.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and day-to-day leadership of the Secondary School
• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of the British curriculum, including the IGCSE programme
• Raise standards of teaching and learning through quality assurance, instructional leadership, coaching and professional development
• Use assessment and performance data to monitor progress and improve student outcomes
• Create an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment with effective safeguarding and pastoral care
• Build leadership capacity, develop teams and work with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team on whole-school priorities
• Build strong relationships with parents and the wider community

Required profile

• Recognised teaching qualification and a Master's degree in Education or a related discipline
• Substantial teaching and leadership experience in British curriculum secondary education, preferably in an international school
• Proven record of improving teaching quality and raising academic standards
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop colleagues

Required skills

• Knowledge of the English National Curriculum, IGCSE programmes, assessment and examination requirements
• Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing