Deputy School Principal at Shree Swaminarayan Academy

Job Summary:

The position reports to the School Principal. Besides teaching, the position holder will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, department heads, teachers, non–teaching staff , students and other stakeholders in ensuring that the highest standards of teaching and learning, discipline, professional development, staff supervision and evaluation, health & safety, extra curriculum activities amongst others are practiced and adhered to throughout the school calendar. The Deputy School Principal(s) will deputize the School Principal in the above mentioned key duties and responsibilities as will be delegated.

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

1. Must be academically endowed i.e. Degree in Education (Must Have). Masters is an added advantage.
2. Post-Graduate Degree in similar field will be an added advantage Degree/ Diploma in Educational administration and management (Must Have).
3. Experience as a School Administrator for over 5 years with over 8 years hands-on teaching experience. Must have served as HOD or Dean of Academics in the previous years of experience.
4. Experience as a Deputy School Principal for over 3 years with over 5 years hands-on teaching experience (for the Deputy School Principals).
5. Ability to train staff on variety of fields. Evidence of the same will be necessary.
6. Adequate knowledge of CBC Curriculum and evidence of practice in previous stations required.
7. They should have experience as well as be skilled educators.
8. Knowledge of administrative processes of a school is necessary.
9. They should be able to comfortably use computers (e.g. MS Office) and education management systems.
10. Have excellent communication and inter personal skills.
11. Possess outstanding organizational ability aimed at standardizing education at the school.
12. Excellent listeners, attentive and keen on even minor details.
13. Have excellent problem-solving skills and conflict resolution skills.
14. Possess quality of good and sound judgment and decision-making aptitude.
15. Must be a team player and capable of working long hours under pressure.
16. Must be able to handle both Primary and Secondary Section

Skills and experience you will need

1. excellent spoken and written communication skills
2. methodical and well-organised
3. able to work accurately and pay attention to detail
4. confidence with figures
5. good ICT skills
6. able to relate well with pupils, teachers and parents
7. able to prioritise work
8. sensitivity and understanding
9. to be flexible and open to change
10. to be thorough and pay attention to detail