Head of Secondary (Years 7-11) - August 2027 start

ROLE SUMMARY:

The British College of Gavà is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Secondary to join our leadership team from August 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and inspiring educational leader to oversee the academic and pastoral development of Years 7–11 (Key Stages 3 and 4), ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement within a thriving international environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the Secondary phase, supporting staff development and driving academic excellence across the British curriculum and IGCSE programmes.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 23rd January 2027. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2027. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/10814/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership of Years 7–11, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Oversee curriculum development and implementation across Key Stages 3 and 4, including IGCSE.
• Monitor academic progress and use assessment data to drive improvement and support student outcomes.
• Lead, motivate and develop teaching staff, promoting a collaborative culture of professional growth.
• Oversee pastoral care, student wellbeing, behaviour and safeguarding across Secondary.
• Support the development and implementation of school policies and improvement plans.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents and staff, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the strategic development of the school.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognised teaching qualification, such as QTS, PGCE or an equivalent qualification from another country.
• A degree in Education or a relevant subject.
• Significant experience teaching within Secondary Education, ideally in a British or international school.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally as a Head of Department, Deputy Head of Secondary or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the British curriculum, Key Stages 3 and 4, and IGCSE.
• Experience with A Levels or the IBDP would be an advantage.
• A track record of improving academic standards and leading successful teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• A collaborative, proactive and student-centred approach to educational leadership.
• Visa sponsorship can be arranged for the right candidate.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

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.