Assistant Head of Primary

Job Summary

An outstanding Assistant Head of Primary is required for August 2025.

We seek an excellent educational leader to support the Primary Leadership Team in promoting evidence informed practice that supports high quality teaching and learning.
With a strong track record of middle or senior leadership in a high performing primary school, the successful candidate will be a part of the DCIS Senior Leadership Team, working collaboratively to ensure unity of purpose, promoting the school’s vision, mission and values, and supporting all learners to succeed in our inclusive environment.

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks

Primary Assessment and Reporting
a.    Work with PSLT and Primary Middle Leaders on the assessment and reporting cycle, liaising with the data manager and overseeing relevant technology systems and learning platforms, such as, Seesaw.
b.    Liaise with data manager, PSLT and Year Group Leaders to set up and facilitate the completion of external assessments across the school year, including PASS, CAT4, PTE & PTM, NMM.
c.    Complete high-level data analysis for internal data and external assessment data, presenting findings to Senior and Middle leaders.
d.    Work with Primary Teams on the triangulation, tracking and utilisation of data to support evidence informed decision making.
e.    To support staff in facilitating the implementation of the Primary school’s assessment policy and guidelines.
f.    To confidently coach teachers in effective assessment practices that support and inform learning.
g.    To co-ordinate each ARR (Assessment, Recording & Reporting) cycle, and support staff implementation and awareness of each cycle.

To lead the planning and development of the use of educational technology for learning and well-being, 
a.    To have oversight and support school-wide approaches to digital citizenship, online safety and digital well-being.
b.    To liaise with the Designated Safeguarding Teams on strategies, approaches and responses to best support digital well-being.
c.    To work with senior and middle leaders to share the vision for learning technology, informing departmental action plans for ongoing development.
d.    To oversee and regularly review software used to support learning including online educational subscriptions.
e.    To contribute to a cohesive professional learning programme for academic staff focused on ‘success for all’ providing differentiated routes to increase confidence and competence in the use of technology.
f.    To contribute to the new teacher induction programme and professional learning programme as appropriate. 
g.    To Line manage the Primary Digital Learning Specialist team.
h.    To model and promote best practice in the use of learning technology which incorporates changes and development in the world of technology, to enhance student learning and well-being in all pathways. 
i.    To develop student technology champions to develop a peer support network and provide opportunities for students to contribute to the vision for Learning Technology, developing leadership skills, voice and agency.
j.    To establish strong community ties and support our parent community’s awareness of the school’s approach to digital learning and device setup. 
To further develop DCIS Primary’s digital strategy
a.    To liaise with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Senior Leadership Team (SLT), NAE Regional IT Team, and the DCIS IT Team to ensure the digital strategy informs decision making, regarding infrastructure, deployment of technology and ongoing strategic development. Informed by refresh cycles, emerging technologies, and budget management to support current and prepare for future needs. Ensuring all staff have access to the technology needed to deliver High-Quality Teaching and Learning.
 

Support the development of the school community by:
a.    Community 
•    Communicate the Technology Programme across primary including the Family-provided iPad programme in Years 4-6. 
•    Present to parents and lead workshops.
•    Effectively communicate, promote, and inform parents and stakeholders on developments in learning technology, online safety, and digital citizenship.
•    Support the Marketing and Admissions teams to ensure the approach and vision for technology is understood and shared to current and prospective families.
b.    Co-Curricular Activities
•    To support the life of the school beyond the classroom.
•    To participate in trips as appropriate.
c.    Partnerships beyond DCIS
•    To take an active role in supporting external partnerships and accreditation processes such as NAE initiatives and CIS self-study and evaluation visits.
Professional Conduct
a.    To promote a collaborative, supportive and connected professional network across faculties and departments built on positive relationships, respectful professional challenge, and a desire for improving practice and outcomes.
b.    To set high standards and expectations for professional conduct.
c.    To lead productive and effective meetings with various stakeholders as a model for others.

Professional Reflection and Growth
a.    To engage in continuous learning related to the role and leadership development, setting annual targets with the Primary Head of School.

Other Requirements

• To contribute positively to the morale and community spirit in the school.
• To work effectively in and across teams.
• To assist in whole school marketing initiatives and contribute to the growth of the school.
• To operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school and NAE.
• To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of excellent pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment.
• To meet responsibilities to safeguarding, health and safety, equal opportunities and conform to professional and ethical requirements.
• Any other appropriate duties as allocated by the Principal.

Promote and adhere to the Nord Anglia Education vision and values: 
●    Opportunity - for us, opportunities need to be meaningful, about achieving potential and making progress.
●    Impact - for us, impact is about making a difference. It needs to be immediate, positive, and lasting. 
●    Leadership - for us, leadership is about considering the team’s needs as well as your own, setting inspiring examples, being supportive and showing real accountability and responsibility.
●    Respect - for us, respect is about listening, being inclusive, showing tolerance and getting the little things right.

All staff are required to manage effective personal development as part of NAE’s commitment to invest in staff as the key resource.
Each individual must ensure that they meet their statutory responsibilities and adhere to NAE and school policies with regard to Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other relevant legislation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level.
• Qualified Teacher Status.

Experience and knowledge

• Proven track record with at least five years’ teaching experience.
• Successful track record of Senior and/or Middle leadership in a high performing school.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and learning.
• Wide-ranging up to date knowledge of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy.
• Experienced in all Office 365 apps, with professional learning credentials, e.g.  Microsoft Education/Apple
• Knowledge of and agility in utilising, reviewing and improving school platforms.
• Experience of working in partnership with parents.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Resilient and Resourceful.
• Highly ICT literate, with strong organisational and analytical skills.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about inclusive education and young people with the ability to inspire others.
• Resilience in challenging situations, calm under pressure.
• Impeccable personal integrity.
• Evidence of commitment to continuous professional learning.
• Strong EQ, cultural agility and adaptability. 
• An understanding of the complex and demanding environment of an international school community.