Head of Secondary Job at International School of Monza (Milan)

Head of Secondary

International School of Monza

Location:
Italy , Milan

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

The International School of Milan (ISM), part of the Inspired Education Group, is seeking an experienced and inspiring Head of Secondary to join the senior leadership team from August 2026. This is a senior academic leadership role with responsibility for the strategic direction, day-to-day leadership and ongoing development of the Secondary School, encompassing the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The successful candidate will be a highly effective educational leader with a strong understanding of international education and a proven ability to drive high standards of teaching, learning and student wellbeing within an IB World School context. Working closely with the Principal and wider leadership team, the Head of Secondary will play a pivotal role in shaping a cohesive, student-centred secondary experience, aligned with the IB philosophy and the values and expectations of Inspired Education.

Job Responsibility:

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Secondary School
Lead, support and manage Secondary teaching staff, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration and professional growth
Ensure high-quality teaching and learning across the Secondary phase, aligned with IB standards and best practice
Oversee curriculum implementation, assessment practices and academic tracking
Use data effectively to monitor student progress, drive improvement and support intervention strategies
Promote student wellbeing, engagement and positive behaviour in line with school values
Work closely with IB Coordinators to ensure programme integrity and successful authorisation and evaluation processes
Contribute to whole-school strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives
Act as a key point of contact for parents on academic and pastoral matters related to the Secondary School
Uphold and model the IB Learner Profile and the Inspired Education ethos

Requirements:

A relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification
Significant experience teaching and leading within Secondary education
Proven leadership experience ideally within an international and/or IB school environment
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A student-centred approach with a strong commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing

Nice to have:

Previous experience as Head of Secondary, Assistant Head or similar senior leadership role
Strong knowledge of the IB MYP and DP frameworks
Experience in a school with excellent academic outcomes and a track record of student access to world leading universities
Familiarity with international inspection and accreditation processes
Experience working within a multi-school or group education setting

What we offer:

Access to high-quality professional development and leadership training across the Inspired network
A collaborative and values-driven leadership environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term career progression opportunities within Inspired Education, a global leader in premium education

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Head of Secondary

International School of Monza

Location:
Italy , Milan

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

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