Deputy Principal - Junior School at TUME Middle Africa Consulting Limited

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Deputy Principal is responsible and accountable for the following key job elements:

• Lead curriculum implementation, assessment design, and data analysis to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous review of instructional plans, schemes of work, and benchmarking programs.
• Integrate modern pedagogy and technology to promote innovation and relevance in teaching and learning.
• Develop and execute termly operational plans aligned with whole-school strategic objectives.
• Serve as Head Teacher of the Junior School, managing daily academic and administrative operations.
• Coordinate academic timetables, calendars, and staff duty rosters to ensure efficiency and balance.
• Oversee prudent use of human, financial, and material resources while maintaining accurate student and staff records.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and child safeguarding requirements, and maintain emergency readiness and safety protocols.
• Prepare and submit timely reports, audits, and academic reviews supported by data-driven performance evaluations.
• Recruit, mentor, and appraise Junior School staff in line with HR and performance frameworks.
• Supervise and evaluate professional performance through classroom observation, feedback, and development plans.
• Coordinate internal and external professional development initiatives and oversee implementation of performance contracts and staff evaluation programs.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented professional culture.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional wellbeing through effective pastoral systems.
• Enforce discipline standards using preventive and restorative approaches that uphold positive behavior.
• Coordinate co-curricular, sports, arts, and enrichment activities that promote holistic development.
• Monitor student wellbeing and satisfaction metrics to ensure continuous improvement.
• Serve as the principal representative of the Junior School in engagements with parents, educational authorities, and partner organizations.
• Act as Secretary to the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and maintain effective parent-school communication.
• Support marketing and enrollment initiatives that enhance the school’s growth and reputation.
• Uphold and promote the school’s Christian ethos in all programs and interactions.
• Facilitate faith-based and service-learning opportunities that nurture integrity, empathy, and leadership among students.
• Maintain accountability systems through structured reviews and performance indicators.
• Act for the Principal when delegated and perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or the Board.

REPORTING & CORRESPONSAL RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the Principal and works closely with Heads of Department, teaching and non-teaching staff, students, parents, and the wider school community.

EDUCATIONAL AND COLLATERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field; master’s in educational leadership or MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
• At least eight (8) years’ progressive teaching experience, three (3) of which should be in a leadership role in reputable private or international school.
• Must have deep knowledge of and experience with curriculum and pedagogy (Competency Based Curriculum, 8-4-4, or IGCSE).
• Visionary, strategic thinker with the ability to analyze trends, identify opportunities and risks, and translate strategy into actionable plans.
• Effective leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building high-performing teams, promoting accountability, and fostering a performance-driven culture.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills for engaging internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making and a sound understanding of financial and operational metrics.
• Resilient and composed under pressure, with professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, digital learning, and school management systems.