Headteacher/Principal

VACANCY: HEADTEACHER/PRINCIPAL

St. Andrew’s International Primary School is an independent international school based in Blantyre, Malawi. We are a dynamic, modern school that seeks to provide our children with a wide range of opportunities in their learning.

Our curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum, but it has been developed to be far more contextualised to our setting here in Africa. Our teachers are skilled professionals, hailing from all over the world. Currently, the school has approximately 250 students from Toddler Class at 14 months, up to Year 6.

St. Andrew’s International Primary School is seeking to appoint an outstanding educational leader to take our school forward through the next stage of our development. This is a fixed three-year contract, commencing September 2025, renewable depending on performance and availability of funds. The role holder will report to the Board of Governors.

Responsibilities

As Headteacher, you will be responsible for:

• Delivery of the school’s strategy in liaison with the Board
• Providing visionary leadership to inspire and motivate staff and students
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality learning and development of the students and maintaining academic excellence
• Managing the school’s resources (finances, human resources, general assets) effectively
• Lead staff performance management processes and career development
• Fostering positive relationships with all stakeholders (e.g. parents, Board, staff, students, the local community, service providers)
• Promoting the school’s values and ethos

A detailed job description can be requested from [email protected]

Required competencies

We are looking for a dynamic leader who:

• Possesses strong, strategic and visionary leadership qualities with ability to set and execute a clear vision for school growth and development.
• Possesses a deep understanding of international education and the British National Curriculum
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is passionate about creating and fostering an inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Required Qualifications and experience

✓ Master’s Degree in Education/Educational Leadership
✓ An internationally recognized Teaching

Qualification (PGCE/ PGCEi/iPGCE)

✓ A minimum of 10 years’ teaching experience, with at least 5 years as Head Teacher
✓ Has experience in financial and operational management within an educational setting.
✓ Experience in leading an international school
✓ Experience of delivering the British National Curriculum

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary/benefits package for the region.
• The opportunity to lead a respected international school
•  A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Professional development opportunities

How to apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their detailed CV, a cover letter, copies of certificates and contact information for three professional references through email only to:
[email protected]

Closing date: 9th March, 2025

St. Andrew’s International Primary School practices safer recruitment and reserves the right to appoint, prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate present themselves.

Only successful applicants will be notified.