Head of Secondary

The British School Yangon  

Head of Secondary 

We will be in the UK for face-to-face interviews and induction presentations in January 2025: 

London – 18th & 19th January 

Manchester – 21st & 22nd January 

Virtual interviews will be offered for those unable to attend in person 

Are you passionate about your profession, inspired by working with children, and ready to make a lasting impact to the lives of others, all in the unique and magical setting of Yangon?  If so, then BSY may well have the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a Head of Secondary with a proven enthusiastic, collaborative, professional, energetic and adventurous approach to learning and to life. If this sounds like you, then read on! 

We are a small school with undoubtedly the best facilities in the city. Our purpose-built spacious and extensively resourced campus provides are the envy of other international schools. We offer a genuine and personalised approach to both our students’ learning and our teachers’ wellbeing and professional development.  

Yangon is an intriguing city to be based in; it’s a city celebrated for its lush greenery, welcoming atmosphere and delightful people. It is also ‘green’ on the FCDO travel advisory map meaning that there are currently no advisories against travel here.  

At BSY our staff enjoy being part of a small, close-knit school community in a school with a personalised approach to both student learning and staff development and wellbeing. If you’re ready to inspire, grow, and thrive in an exceptional environment, we’d love to hear from you. 

Our School 

Established in August 2014 BSY later became part of Nord Anglia Education and its global family of schools. We provide personalised, inspiring learning to students from EYFS- Year 13 offering IPC, IGCSE and A Levels. We link our learning approach and attitude to our four key values: 

Adventure   Courage   Integrity   Kindness 

Our sports facilities include a covered sports field, a 25-metre pool, two gyms, and a climbing wall. The Science Department is equipped with state-of-art science labs and we are proud of our 500-seat theatre and specialist music and art rooms. All year groups have extensive play facilities and outdoor spaces. Our classrooms are exceptional; light, bright and airy with interactive white boards and wireless connectivity.  The school even accommodates the all-famous Yangon Bakehouse coffee shop! What’s not to like? 

We have a strong and extremely supportive parent community, and our students are enthusiastic and creative learners who are a joy to teach. 

About the role 

Reporting directly to the Principal, you will be a key member of the School Leadership Team, providing direction, inspiration, and guidance to our Secondary teaching staff and playing a significant role in strategic planning. Focused on developing a high performing team, you, will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school including staff development, performance management and deployment. You will also be responsible for developing creative and innovative learning experiences and opportunities to enhance our already high standards of academic attainment and progress. This role would suit both experienced deputy heads yearning for something a little different and also those ready to develop their leadership skills further. 

About you 

With the ability to drive excellence by valuing and developing others, you will be a qualified teacher with experience of both hands-on teaching and management in education. This means you will be fully up to date with curriculum developments. Strong on leadership and people management, you will have a flair for bringing people with you, setting and meeting challenging performance targets and engaging with parents and students alike.  

Able to work with a high degree of cultural sensitivity in our changing and fast-paced international environment, you will have the ability to use a range of communication strategies and channels.   

A strong ambassador for the school, you will be able to develop new ways to engage students and parents with the wider school and Nord Anglia Education community. 

Able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will possess a university degree, a recognised teaching qualification, and considerable teaching experience. Committed and creative, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative methods to raise the school’s level of achievement. 

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students. You will also be able to meet visa-related restrictions for Yangon, Myanmar including having a bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate.   

PERSONAL QUALITIES SOUGHT 

·      Fluent English speaker 

·      Values-led approach; integrity and honesty are paramount 

·      Reliability, loyalty and commitment 

·      Personal confidence and presence 

·      Energetic and positive with a ‘can-do’ approach 

·      Strong interpersonal skills 

·      Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing 

·      Approachable to all and able to ‘bring people with you.  

      Sense of humour and grace under pressure 

·      Ability to understand complex issues and solve problems 

·      Able to manage own time and prioritise; organized 

·      Flexible and adaptable; able to handle uncertainty 

·      Able to delegate effectively 

About Nord Anglia Education 

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools organisation, with more than 0 schools located across over 32 countries in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, India and the Middle East. Together, our schools educate over 74,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary school.  

Our philosophy for education rests on our four pillars of creativity, wellbeing, excellent academic outcomes, and global connectedness. Nord Anglia schools deliver high quality, transformational education and ensure excellent academic outcomes by going beyond traditional learning. Our global scale enables us to recruit and retain world-leading teachers and to offer unforgettable experiences through global and regional events, while our engaging learning environments ensure our students love coming to school. 

https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/careers/working-for-us 

We also create unique opportunities to benefit our students and people, such as the Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London.  

Benefits 

When you join a Nord Anglia Education school, you join a global community of over 15,000 people working together to support our students’ success. We offer you unsurpassed opportunities to innovate and develop best practice across our family, to access extensive professional development, and to gain exceptional experience and career development in our schools.  

Alongside great training and a competitive package, you’ll enjoy the chance to live and work in Yangon, a truly intriguing and fascinating city. Here’s your chance to truly make a difference in a country with unique challenges yet incredible opportunities! 

As a Nord Anglia Education teacher, you enjoy the following benefits: 

• A fast-paced, global experience so that you can progress on a global scale 

• An enabling environment founded on creativity, challenge, and collaboration 

• A culture that is fair and consultative  

• Unique opportunities to grow professionally and develop your career 

Selection Process 

The closing date for application is Monday 9th  December 2024.  

We will be in the UK for face-to-face interviews and induction presentations in January 2025: 

London – 18th & 19th January 

Manchester – 21st & 22nd January 

Virtual interviews can be offered for those unable to attend in person 

Applications reviewed as they are received, therefore the school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date as such, early applications are encouraged. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications expected. 

Start Date: 1st of August 2025 

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.  

BSY is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  Applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening, as well as  

all appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks (enhanced DBS and ICPC checks) from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.  

Please note that Myanmar law does not recognise unmarried partners and therefore we cannot apply for dependent visas unless a marriage certificate is provided.