Medical Leave Cover – Head of Primary

About the role

This temporary senior leadership position provides cover for the Head of Primary during medical leave. Reporting to the Head of School, the role is pivotal in maintaining the school’s learning standards, wellbeing, and community culture.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and inclusive learning environment for students and staff, overseeing safeguarding policies.
• Model and nurture a learning‑focused culture, celebrating staff and student achievements.
• Lead, mentor and develop middle leaders, fostering high‑impact collaborative teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of learning quality, using data to set targets and monitor progress.
• Partner with ISP regional leaders, parents, carers and the wider community to strengthen relationships and communication.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in an international primary school setting.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusive education practices.
• Strong ability to inspire, coach and develop staff and middle leaders.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with staff, parents and external partners.