Overview
Head of Middle School role at St. Louis School of Milan with Inspired Education. Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents, which utilise proven educational practices to support students from Kindergarten to Year 13. In 28 countries, Inspired schools are developed and anchored in their local cultures, forming an international family that nurtures students’ academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic and innovative learning environment. By joining our team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders, with opportunities for professional development and mobility across the group.
Role summary: The Head of Middle School plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience and pastoral care of students aged 11 to 15. This senior leadership position requires a dynamic and visionary educator who will lead curriculum development, staff collaboration, and student wellbeing initiatives. The role commits to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where all students thrive academically, socially and personally within a diverse, multicultural school community.
Key Responsibilities

Visionary Leadership and Strategic Direction: Lead the Middle School community in developing and executing a progressive academic and pastoral vision. Establish clear objectives that align with the broader institutional mission to nurture excellence, inclusivity and innovation. Inspire staff, students and parents to contribute towards ongoing enhancement of the Middle School experience.
Curriculum and Teaching Excellence: Oversee design, implementation and refinement of the academic program, promote pedagogical best practices and evidence-based teaching strategies. Model exemplary teaching standards and mentor colleagues. Ensure differentiated learning opportunities addressing diverse needs, including those with additional educational needs and varying abilities.
Student Support and Wellbeing: Champion a nurturing pastoral environment that supports emotional, social and academic wellbeing. Lead assemblies, PSHE programs, thematic weeks and mental health awareness activities. Coordinate with specialists to address safeguarding concerns and provide timely intervention where necessary.
Digital Learning Advancement: Promote integration of digital technologies into teaching and learning. Facilitate professional development to use digital tools to enhance engagement and outcomes. Collaborate with technology coordinators to uphold online safety and responsible digital citizenship.
Professional Growth and Staff Development: Drive continuous improvement through targeted professional development, peer coaching, and performance appraisal processes. Encourage sharing of innovative practices, reflective pedagogy, induction of new staff and staff wellbeing to sustain morale and engagement.
Operational Leadership and Community Engagement: Manage day-to-day operations including timetable coordination, duty allocations, resource management and Health and Safety compliance. Participate in senior leadership forums and foster strong partnerships with parents and the wider community through transparent communication and educational events that support student growth.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep passion for Middle School education, with strong leadership capabilities and a commitment to holistic student development.
Effective communication and the ability to inspire collaborative teamwork among diverse staff are essential.
Proven experience in curriculum design, assessment strategies, and pastoral care.
A proactive approach to continuous professional learning, digital literacy, and safeguarding responsibilities.
Excellent organizational dexterity, resilience, and a student-centered ethos.

Safeguarding
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
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