Owned and operated by the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands Cayman Prep and High School is a private, co-educational Christian school with over 1,000 students ranging from Kindergarten to Year 13 and offers a British-based international curriculum leading to IGCSE / GCSE and A-level qualifications. The school is renowned for providing a stimulating learning environment in which our students become critical, creative thinkers, responsible citizens and lifelong learners. This is evident in our consistent record of outstanding academic achievements, pastoral care and wide range of extra-curricular activities. The Cayman Prep and High School Board of Governors invite applications from fully qualified, enthusiastic, and experienced Caymanians, Caymanian Status Holders, and Permanent Residents with the Right to Work to join our high-performing team in the following position: Primary School Principal (Job Ref# A163-26-27) Appointed by The Board of Governors, the Primary School Principal is accountable to the Director and to the Board of Governors for ensuring the educational and operational success of the Primary School. The Principal reports directly to the Director and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team of the school. Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Director, the Principal will take responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning, ongoing self-evaluation, school improvement, curriculum development, leadership and management, staffing and day-to-day running of the school. The Principal provides guidance and direction for members of the Primary School staff and oversees the continued development and provision of a high-quality international curriculum firmly rooted in Christian principles according to the ideals of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. The members of the Primary School’s senior leadership team report to the Primary School Principal. For this demanding role, the successful candidate will satisfy the following minimum requirements:
Be a committed and practicing Christian
An honours university degree with an internationally recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, Bachelor of Education or H.Dip.Ed
A Master’s degree in education or an internationally recognised School Senior Leadership qualification, such as NPQH, NPQSL
An up-to-date knowledge and experience of the English National Curriculum 2014 and a working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
A minimum of five (5) years as Head/Principal and ten (10) years of teaching experience in a multicultural international school providing a curriculum up to Key Stage 2
Significant experience in self-evaluation and school improvement planning, curriculum development and assessment
A proven track record of high student attainment and progress outcomes
Excellent leadership, analytical, decision making, organisational, communication and ICT skills
Experience with preparing for and taking part in successful school inspections
Ability to multitask and manage multiple high priorities
Be quality conscious, dynamic, innovative, adaptable and results oriented.
Fully proficient in using Microsoft Office products, especially MS Word and Excel and Management Information Systems, such as SIMS
Candidates will be expected to fully adhere to and support the Christian ethos of the school. The salary range is: $95,000.00 – CI$125,000.00 per annum commensurate with experience. Other benefits include:
Discounted school fees: 100% for up to 2 children
Generous medical insurance plan – medical premium cost paid for employee at 100%
Contribution to a pension plan
A contract resigning bonus
Annual travel allowance
Continued Professional Development Opportunities throughout the School Year
Cayman Prep and High School is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children and young people and expects the same commitment from all our employees. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance including prohibition from teaching checks, identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment and three satisfactory employment checks. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF SUBMITTED ON THE RELEVANT SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM and submitted along with a cover letter and CV. Applicants must apply using this link - https://wkf.ms/4ta95qu Rev Christopher Mason Chairman, Board of Governors Cayman Prep and High School P.O. Box 10013 Grand Cayman KY1-1001 recruitment@cayprep.edu.ky
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Director and the Board of Governors and in keeping with the Christian principles and ethos of the United Church of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, the Principal will work collaboratively with the Director and through inspirational leadership and management create a shared vision and strategic plan that inspires and motivates students, staff, parents and all other members of the school community to achieve greater success.
To achieve success, the Principal will
Oversee the continued development and provision of a high quality British-based international curriculum firmly rooted in Christian principles according to the ideals of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. The Primary Curriculum is based upon National Curriculum 2014 (NC14) and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS).
Promote the Christian ethos of the School.
Provide vision, leadership and direction to the staff, students and other stakeholders.
Effectively manage learning and teaching; implementing appropriate and agreed changes to academic provision.
Ensure the best outcomes for students both in terms of learning attainment, progress and holistic development.
Promote excellence, quality and high expectations for all students including the spirit of community involvement and volunteerism.
Deploy all resources, including staff and financial resources to achieve the school’s aims and provide regular reports to the Director and Board of Governors on the performance of the school.
Evaluate school performance and identify priorities for continuous improvement.
Secure effective day-to-day management, organisation and administration.
Maintain strong relationships with the community and stakeholders.
Sustain and develop a professional school community that enables others to achieve optimal results through effective relationships and communication.
Adhere to any relevant requirements as may be prescribed from time to time by the Government of the Cayman Islands.
Key Responsibility Areas The Principal is accountable to the Director and to the Board of Governors for ensuring the educational and operational success of the Primary School. The Principal is responsible for the quality of teaching and learning, the internal organization, operational management and control of the School and for leading the teaching and support staff. The Principal should be an inspirational and highly effective leader committed to the highest standards in every area of the work of and life within and outside the School, driven by integrity and a passion for excellence. The Principal is a part of the Senior Leadership Team which comprises the Director, the Primary Principal, the High School Principal and the Business Manager. The professional qualities and knowledge required for this role are in the following areas:
Visionary/Mission
Strategic Leadership
Leading Learning and Teaching
Developing Self and Working with Stakeholders
Leading the organisation
Managing the organisation
Securing Accountability
Supporting the work of the Board of Governors and the United Church
Strengthening the Community
Key areas of responsibility are
a) Visionary/Mission
The Principal will
Under the guidance of the Director, and in alignment with the requirements of the Board of Governors, promote the ideals of the United Church as appropriate through the teaching curriculum and the Christian ethos of the school;
Promote at all times and to all stakeholders the stated ideals in the mission statement of Cayman Prep and High School;
Under the guidance of the Director and as a member of the Senior Leadership team provide a clear vision for the future of the school;
Ensure that the holistic development of the students and their well-being in the school’s care are accorded the highest priority.
b) Strategic Leadership (Shaping the Future)
The Principal will
Under the guidance of the Director and in alignment with the requirements of the Board of Governors, implement the shared vision and strategic plan for the school. At the core of this will be the educational, personal and spiritual development of the students;
Lead by example, provide inspiration and motivation, and embody for the students, staff, parents and governors, the vision, purpose and leadership of the school;
Provide educational vision and direction to create an ethos which enables effective teaching and successful learning and achievement by students to prepare them for life and to compete in a global context;
Ensure the vision for and mission of the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all and work with the school community to translate the vision and mission into agreed objectives and operational plans which will promote and sustain school improvement;
Lead and manage the Primary School’s continuous and rigorous self-evaluation process, completing an annual SEF in line with the Cayman Islands Office of Education Standards (OES) framework;
Ensure that the school retains its COBIS Patron’s Accreditation Status and that aspects identified are addressed;
Produce, implement and evaluate school improvement planning (SIP), driven by the self-evaluation process;
Promote a caring and nurturing environment for the school community, which takes account of different backgrounds, culture and abilities within that community, underpinned by equality of opportunity for all in which individuals feel valued and where personal endeavour and responsibility are encouraged;
Coach and work with others to generate enthusiasm, commitment and to create a shared culture, positive climate and an environment conducive to excellence.
c) Leading Learning and Teaching
In agreement and consultation with the Director, the Principal will
Secure and sustain effective teaching and learning through the school by monitoring and evaluating the quality of teaching and standards of students’ achievement, using data and benchmarks to monitor progress in every student’s learning and setting targets for improvement;
Ensure that learning and achievement is at the centre of strategic planning and resource management;
Promote excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring a continuous and consistent school wide focus on students’ achievement and development (moral, spiritual, physical, social and academic);
Organise and implement the curriculum and its assessment;
Ensure that effective and appropriate pastoral and spiritual support is available to students;
Ensure the further implementation and development of extra and cross curricular activities to ensure and broaden student experience;
Develop and maintain an effective partnership with parents to support and improve students’ achievement and personal development;
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