Head of Primary (female)

Job Title: Head of Primary (Female)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced female Head of Primary to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of our students and staff, as well as overseeing the pastoral care and discipline of the school. Start date September 2025

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to ensure the wellbeing of students and staff

• Oversee the pastoral care and discipline of the school

• Provide support and guidance to students, parents and staff

• Ensure that all policies and procedures related to student welfare and safeguarding are up-to-date and followed

• Work with the Principal and other senior leaders to create a positive and inclusive school culture

• Attend and contribute to senior leadership team meetings

• Liaise with external agencies as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field

• 10 years experience in a similar role, preferably in an international school setting

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong leadership and management skills

• Knowledge of child protection policies and procedures

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels

• Flexibility to adapt to the needs of the school

• A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of student

• Native English speakers with British nationality

Benefits:

• Monthly Basic Salary

As per Company Policy, based in years of experience. Monthly Take Home Salary Around KWD 1500. Negotiable for deserving candidates.

• Accommodation

Free Fully Furnished Single Accommodation (water, electricity, security, basic cleaning & maintenance) OR Housing Allowance in Cash (KWD 150 Per Month). The building has a swimming pool and a gymnasium. As per the company policy for Teachers coming with family, a 2 Bedroom Apartment, can be assigned with a payment of KWD 90 Per Month.

• Transportation

Two way free transport from school & company accommodation, for the first three months. After, a nominal fee of KWD 20 per month is applicable.

• Air Ticket

From home country, air ticket at the start of the contract, yearly and also return air ticket at the end of contract to home country, for Employee.

• Medical Insurance

Government Medical Insurance for first two years. Private Medical Insurance from third year onward.

• School Fees Discount

100% Fees Discount for first two children (Subject to prior management approval).

• Working Days

Approximately 177 days in one Academic Year.

School Working Hours

07.10 AM through 02.40 PM from Sunday through Thursday. Fridays & Saturdays are weekly holidays.

• Other

Visa Expenses (in Home Country)

Reimbursement up to a maximum of KWD 100 upon submission of payment receipts.

Contract Duration

Two years, could be further renewed upon mutual consent.

If you are a dynamic and experienced Vice Principal Pastoral who is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of students and staff, we would love to hear from you.