Strategic Innovation Leader

3 days ago


Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd Full time

Deputy Headteacher - Strategy & Innovation

Cognita has entered into a partnership with Alleyn's Schools Group to create two leading independent day schools in North London. This strategic collaboration aims to establish excellence in education, leveraging the strengths of both organizations.

Cognita's flagship London school, North Bridge House, features campuses in Canonbury, Hampstead, and Regent's Park. The Regent's Park and Hampstead campuses will become part of the Alleyn's Schools Group. Alleyn's Regent's Park will open in September, followed by Alleyn's Hampstead in the subsequent term.

Regent's Park Prep is situated in a historic former convent on the edge of Regent's Park, educating children aged 4–13. Currently preparing for 11+ and 13+ entry, with an expectation that it becomes an 11+ centre of excellence from the upcoming academic year.

The school draws pupils from across North London and benefits from excellent connectivity, with Camden Town located just a five-minute walk away, accessible via the northern line.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-thinking leader to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Headteacher - Strategy & Innovation at Alleyn's Regent's Park from the next academic term.

In this pivotal role, you will shape the strategic direction of the school, ensuring we remain at the forefront of educational excellence while embracing innovation to enhance both teaching and learning. As a dynamic leader, you will embody the mission of Alleyn's and contribute to its continued success.

With a strong sense of integrity and enthusiasm, you will build trust and respect across the school community. Your highly developed professional and interpersonal skills will enable you to lead with empathy, emotional intelligence, and approachability.

You will be self-motivated and reflective, committed to lifelong learning, personal growth, and working collaboratively as part of a high-achieving team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a visionary leader to make a significant impact within Alleyn's Regent's Park.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop and implement the strategic direction of the school, driving excellence in education.
  2. Collaborate with the senior leadership team to ensure seamless execution of school initiatives.
  3. Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging staff to explore new approaches to teaching and learning.
  4. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including parents, governors, and local community groups.
Requirements
  • A proven track record of strategic leadership in education, preferably in a similar setting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive innovation and improvement.
  • Passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for students, with a commitment to their academic and personal growth.


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