Head of Primary

About the role

Inspired Education, a global group of premium private schools, is looking for an experienced Head of Primary to lead the Primary phase at its St. Louis Colonna Campus in Milan from August 2027. The role works closely with the Principal, Deputy Principal and the Academic Leadership Team to shape a vision for Primary education, combining strategic leadership with day-to-day oversight of teaching and learning, safeguarding, staff development, student wellbeing and community engagement. It is a non-teaching role but includes covering classes for absent teachers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the Primary School, drive high standards in teaching, learning and assessment, and deliver an ambitious curriculum aligned with the English National Curriculum
• Use assessment and student performance data to monitor progress and implement improvement strategies
• Lead and develop a team of educators, overseeing performance management, coaching, recruitment, induction and staff wellbeing
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, working with pastoral, safeguarding, SEND and wellbeing teams and monitoring attendance, behaviour and engagement
• Build relationships with parents and the wider community, support admissions, recruitment and transition programmes, and oversee day-to-day operations including safeguarding and health and safety compliance

Required profile

• Previous demonstrated leadership skills are essential
• Sound practical knowledge of Primary School education, including an interest in outdoor learning environments
• Recently completed Level 2 Safeguarding training, with readiness to complete Level 3 after appointment and to attend regular safeguarding training
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, and willingness to be self-directed