Head of School

Enko Education is a fast-growing network of African international schools, increasing access to the world’s best universities for learners across Africa. We offer an inclusive education, of outstanding quality, so that learners can access the world’s best universities and successful careers.

Head of School

Mission of the Role

• The mission of the Head of School (British Curriculum) at KISC is to drive the academic and cultural transformation of the campus to embody the African International School model and become a sustainable School of Choice in the region.

• Supported directly by the Director Schools’ Performance (DSP), you will bring instructional and managerial leadership, inspire a high-performing staff, collaborate with central experts, and lead our British curriculum section to deliver outstanding educational outcomes and university progression for every student.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership & British Curriculum Excellence

• Lead the implementation and development of the British Curriculum (Early Years, Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Levels).

• Ensure top-tier academic standards, achieving target pass rates in checkpoint exams, IGCSEs, and A-Levels.

• Supervise university guidance programs to ensure 100% of graduating students complete university applications with at least one confirmed acceptance.

• Integrate learning tools, standards, and frameworks designed in collaboration with Enko’s Learning & Teaching Central Experts.

People Leadership & Professional Development

• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing teaching team (targeting 90%+ A/B players and <10% unwanted turnover).

• Conduct performance evaluations and execute structured Professional Development (PD) plans with the support of the DSP.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and caring school culture that embodies the values of Enko Education.

School Transformation & Growth

• Drive student retention (target >90%) and foster an exceptional parent experience, continuously addressing community feedback.

• Support student growth and admissions targets in collaboration with the Marketing School Partner.

• Implement a vibrant Extra-Curricular Activity (ECA) program targeting high participation and parent/student satisfaction (80%+ NPS).

Strategic & Operational Collaboration