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Head of School (Director)

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Application Deadline:
    September 18, 2026
    Education:
    Master's Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Director
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Religion & Spirituality, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering

    Description

    The Opportunity

    We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic educational leader to serve as our next Head of School. The successful candidate will provide strategic, academic, operational, and spiritual leadership for the entire school while driving student achievement, enrollment growth, staff development, and organizational sustainability.

    Key Responsibilities

    The Head of School (Director) will:

      • Provide overall leadership and management of the school.
      • Ensure excellence in teaching, learning, and student achievement.
      • Lead implementation of the Cambridge and GES curricula.
      • Develop and implement the school's strategic plans and annual goals.
      • Supervise and support academic and administrative staff.
      • Foster a strong Christian culture and positive school environment.
      • Build strong relationships with students, parents, staff, donors, and community stakeholders.
      • Lead initiatives to increase student enrollment and retention.
      • Oversee school operations, budgets, financial sustainability, and resource stewardship.
      • Support fundraising, partnership development, and scholarship initiatives.
      • Report regularly to the School Board and School Management Committee.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    English -fluent-writing and speaking

    Excellent writing and communication skills required.

    Location

    On-site
    Accra, Ghana

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    Instructions:

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit:

      • A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position addressed to Directors
      • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
      • Copies of academic and professional qualifications.
      • Contact information, name, email and phone number for three professional references.

    Applications should be sent to:

    partnerships@springforthschool.org

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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