Head of Primary School – Leadership Role in Port‑Harcourt

About the role

The client seeks an experienced and passionate Head of Primary School to provide strong academic, pastoral and operational leadership within its British/international primary school in Port‑Harcourt. The role involves driving high‑quality teaching, safeguarding, and continuous school improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and coordination across the Primary School.
• Lead and support teachers to deliver high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Monitor pupil attainment, progress and overall academic outcomes.
• Support school improvement initiatives and implementation of academic priorities.
• Lead, motivate and develop teaching and support staff, including recruitment, appraisal and professional development.
• Maintain strong safeguarding and child‑protection practices.
• Build positive relationships with parents and families and ensure effective communication.
• Ensure strong organisational and administrative systems within the Primary School.

Required profile

• 8+ years of teaching experience, including at least 3 years in senior primary leadership.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Experience in a British/international primary curriculum environment.
• Recognised teaching qualification; TRCN registration is an advantage.
• Demonstrable impact on pupil outcomes and experience managing a team of 15+ staff.
• Strong safeguarding, parent‑management and school‑improvement experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership and people‑management skills.
• Calm, patient and understanding approach with children, colleagues and families.

Required skills

• Strong IT skills and proficiency with digital tools for teaching, communication and administration.