Deputy Head Academic

A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent. Person Specification - Have a good honours degree, a teacher training qualification and a proven track record of successful teaching in the 5 – 11 age range - Have a good track record of leading and managing staff; envisioning, encouraging, supporting, monitoring and challenging colleagues - Have worked in a promoted academic role - Be committed to the ethos and values of Durham International School - Be able to work within organisational procedures and meet the required standards for the role - Be able to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within Durham International School and with colleagues in other organisations - Be able to relate effectively to parents and to students - Be able to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing and demonstrate good ICT skills - Have a clear understanding of excellence in teaching and learning - Be patient, determined, enthusiastic and well-organised with a good eye for detail - Be committed to continual personal and professional development and be reflective and able to learn from past experience - Be resilient and demonstrate an ability to work well under pressure - Display commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people