Head of School – Arcade British International Academy, Kaduna Campus at Arewa Trade and Investment Promotion Council
A public partnership initiative aimed at creating the highest visibility for the economic potentials of the 19 states of northern Nigeria. The council is mandated to promote trade and investment, stimulate the economy, serve as an interface between international investors and businesses and the local entrepreneurs of northern Nigeria. Runs several research and analytic report is n the state of trade and investment in northern Nigeria.The opportunity
Help establish a new campus with safe, reliable systems, a prepared workforce and strong teaching from the first day.
Role Priority:
Establish a launch readiness register, staffing structure, students, learners and family mobilisation, school branding, marketing and visibility, curriculum maps, induction programme and opening-day rehearsal.
What you will deliver
Lead the campus improvement and safeguarding agenda, with named owners and board reporting.
Lead initial marketing programme, learners and family mobilisation and ensure school visibility.
Set curriculum, assessment and observation standards across phases; evaluate pupil progress and inclusion.
Manage staffing, delegated budgets, parent communication and operational risk; escalate matters beyond authority.
Purpose and accountability
Help establish a new campus with safe, reliable systems, a prepared workforce and strong teaching from the first day.
Reports to: Executive Director.
Direct reports: Deputy Heads and campus function leads.
Campus priority: Establish a launch readiness register,mobilise students and founding families, staffing structure, curriculum maps, induction programme and opening-day rehearsal.
Main responsibilities
Lead the campus improvement and safeguarding agenda, with named owners and board reporting.
Lead initial marketing programme, learners and family mobilisation and ensure school visibility.
Set curriculum, assessment and observation standards across phases; evaluate pupil progress and inclusion.
Manage staffing, delegated budgets, parent communication and operational risk; escalate matters beyond authority.
Chair performance reviews and develop middle leaders using documented evidence.
Maintain accurate records, cooperate with colleagues and report risks and safeguarding concerns through the Academy procedures.
Authority and working relationships
Work within delegated budgets, policies and professional competence. Obtain approval for commitments outside authority. Liaise with the Head of School, safeguarding lead and relevant campus teams.
Essential person specification
Relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification; verified TRCN registration and current licence for teaching duties; evidence of successful whole-school leadership.
Demonstrated competence in school improvement, curriculum quality, financial stewardship, staff development and safeguarding oversight.
Evidence of reliable conduct, respectful boundaries, confidentiality, accurate communication and role-relevant impact.
Desirable evidence
Relevant further professional development, use of appropriate digital tools and experience improving a comparable school or service. These do not replace essential criteria.
Who should apply
Relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification; verified TRCN registration and current licence for teaching duties; evidence of successful whole-school leadership.
Evidence sought:
School improvement, curriculum quality, students mobilisation and enrollment success, financial stewardship, staff development and safeguarding oversight.
Assessment and submission
Leadership case: identify the three highest risks, allocate owners and resources, and define evidence of improvement.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding children. Shortlisted candidates complete structured interviews, role-relevant practical assessments, verified references and safeguarding checks. Appointment depends on satisfactory checks and required credentials.