Title
105 Headmaster
Location
St Georges College, Quilmes, Argentina
Description
St George’s College is a leading independent school in Argentina that provides a world-class education to some 1,400 students aged 2 to 18 across two sites, North and Quilmes.
The Schools provide a fully bilingual Spanish/English education that combines the academic rigour of the IB and IGCSEs with the national Argentine curriculum. St George’s College Quilmes is a bilingual,co-educational independent day and boarding school. It is situated in Quilmes, in the southern suburbs of Buenos Aires, on a stunning campus of 27 hectares with purpose-built buildings and ample playing fields. Since its founding, it has gained a reputation as one of the leading schools in Argentina. The approach at St George’s College is to improve how our students develop in every aspect of school life. We prepare them to be able to thrive in a modern world and grow and develop the necessary skills to do so. As a result, we teach them that things can be developed and to never say they cannot do something.
The successful candidate will:
Lead a process of continuous improvement of teachers and students.
Identify, based on best international practices, the challenges and opportunities at SGQ.
Define objectives and identify key results to measure progress towards those objectives.
Build and sustain a strong, positive learning culture based on shared values.
Build relationships across all sections of the SG community.
Become a key figure in the marketing of the school.
The Schools provide a fully bilingual Spanish/English education that combines the academic rigour of the IB and IGCSEs with the national Argentine curriculum. St George’s College Quilmes is a bilingual,co-educational independent day and boarding school. It is situated in Quilmes, in the southern suburbs of Buenos Aires, on a stunning campus of 27 hectares with purpose-built buildings and ample playing fields. Since its founding, it has gained a reputation as one of the leading schools in Argentina. The approach at St George’s College is to improve how our students develop in every aspect of school life. We prepare them to be able to thrive in a modern world and grow and develop the necessary skills to do so. As a result, we teach them that things can be developed and to never say they cannot do something.
The successful candidate will:
Lead a process of continuous improvement of teachers and students.
Identify, based on best international practices, the challenges and opportunities at SGQ.
Define objectives and identify key results to measure progress towards those objectives.
Build and sustain a strong, positive learning culture based on shared values.
Build relationships across all sections of the SG community.
Become a key figure in the marketing of the school.
Benefits
3 years Contract with the possibility to be extended, housing, flights, medical insurance, car, scholarship.
Requirements
The following requirements and experience will be desirable:
An appropriate degree in educational leadership, or a related field.
An in depth knowledge of expected policies and procedures and a proven track record of their implementation at senior leadership level.
A track record of leading successful accreditation inspections.
Experience in international education, preferably in more than one country.
A track record of school improvement and strategic planning.
The following skills will be desirable:
The ability to motivate and inspire others: both colleagues and pupils.
The ability to work well in teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking.
A high degree of administrative efficiency .
Excellent IT skills.
The ability to communicate effectively in a bilingual setting.
Relevant teaching experience.
The following characteristics will be desirable:
Strong focus on the human side to leadership.
A passion for education and pupil progress. Professional in outlook and conduct.
Flexible in attitude and approach. Calmness under pressure and a positive approach to problem solving.
A passion for bilingual education.
A belief in the importance of educating the whole child and leading a school ethos.
Initial interviews with the HR Team will take place via Meet conference call. Candidates invited to the final stage will be interviewed by the School Principal of St George’s College and members of the Board of Governors.
In order to apply, please submit a comprehensive CV and cover letter which sets out your interest in the role and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria. Please include current salary details and the names and addresses of three referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without prior permission from candidates.
The preferred method of application is via e-mail to: [email protected]
An appropriate degree in educational leadership, or a related field.
An in depth knowledge of expected policies and procedures and a proven track record of their implementation at senior leadership level.
A track record of leading successful accreditation inspections.
Experience in international education, preferably in more than one country.
A track record of school improvement and strategic planning.
The following skills will be desirable:
The ability to motivate and inspire others: both colleagues and pupils.
The ability to work well in teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking.
A high degree of administrative efficiency .
Excellent IT skills.
The ability to communicate effectively in a bilingual setting.
Relevant teaching experience.
The following characteristics will be desirable:
Strong focus on the human side to leadership.
A passion for education and pupil progress. Professional in outlook and conduct.
Flexible in attitude and approach. Calmness under pressure and a positive approach to problem solving.
A passion for bilingual education.
A belief in the importance of educating the whole child and leading a school ethos.
Initial interviews with the HR Team will take place via Meet conference call. Candidates invited to the final stage will be interviewed by the School Principal of St George’s College and members of the Board of Governors.
In order to apply, please submit a comprehensive CV and cover letter which sets out your interest in the role and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria. Please include current salary details and the names and addresses of three referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without prior permission from candidates.
The preferred method of application is via e-mail to: [email protected]
Start Date
08/08/2025