
Staff job description
Updated July 2025
1. Head of Centre
Role Summary:
The Head of Centre oversees the strategic and high-level operations of a school. They are responsible for creating a safe and effective learning environment, leading curriculum development, and setting and monitoring academic performance goals for both teachers and students.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead school-wide planning and policy implementation.
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Ensure a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
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Oversee curriculum development and teaching standards.
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Set and evaluate performance goals for staff and students.
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Supervise and support staff leadership.
2. Educational Psychologist / Deputy Director
Role Summary:
The Educational Psychologist/Deputy Director focuses on student learning needs, particularly those requiring specialized support. They diagnose learning difficulties, develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and guide teachers and families on best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
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Diagnose and support learning disabilities.
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Design and implement IEPs.
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Provide training and consultation to staff on learning strategies.
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Work with families to support student learning.
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Contribute to leadership decisions as Deputy Director.
3. Examinations Officer / Administration Officer
Role Summary:
The Examinations Officer ensures the smooth administration of internal and external examinations, maintaining accuracy, compliance, and security of exam processes. They also handle various administrative tasks as part of their role.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and manage exam timetables and schedules.
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Create seating plans and brief students and staff on exam protocols.
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Receive, store, and secure exam materials.
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Administer internal assessments.
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Coordinate with awarding bodies and invigilators.
4. Administration Officer
Role Summary:
The Administration Officer supports the operational efficiency of the school by managing communication, record-keeping, scheduling, and general administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
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Organize and store records (paper and digital).
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Handle phone and email inquiries.
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Welcome visitors and manage front-desk duties.
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Schedule meetings, manage diaries, and book rooms.
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Support other departments with clerical tasks.
5. Teachers
Role Summary:
Teachers are responsible for delivering engaging and effective instruction that fosters students’ academic and personal development. They plan lessons, assess progress, and support diverse learners under the guidance of school leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver curriculum-aligned lessons.
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Develop and implement assessments (quizzes, tests, assignments).
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Use technology to enhance teaching and differentiate instruction.
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Manage classroom behavior and maintain discipline.
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Provide feedback and track student progress.
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Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues.
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Participate in meetings, training, and extracurricular activities.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and resource-rich classroom environment.