For a Head of School (HOS) role in a school offering IGCSE, I would make IGCSE experience a core requirement, not merely an added advantage—especially if the person is expected to lead the school through Cambridge accreditation/authorisation and implementation.

Recommended HOS Job Profile

Position: Head of School (HOS) – IGCSE

Key qualification & experience
Minimum 10–15 years of experience in education, preferably in international schools.
At least 5–7 years of substantial experience with Cambridge IGCSE.
Should have experience as a Principal / Vice Principal / Head of Secondary / Head of IGCSE / Academic Head in an IGCSE or Cambridge school.
Solid understanding of the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, assessment framework, subject selection, progression and examination systems.
Experience in Cambridge school registration/authorisation/approval processes and working with Cambridge International.
Experience in developing and implementing curriculum frameworks, policies, academic systems, assessment practices and quality assurance mechanisms.




Should understand the transition and progression from Primary/MYP into IGCSE, where applicable.

Specific responsibility for IGCSE

The HOS should be responsible for:
Leading the IGCSE academic programme and ensuring that curriculum delivery meets Cambridge standards.
Guiding the academic team through Cambridge authorisation/registration requirements and ensuring all documentation, policies and evidence are prepared.
Coordinating with Cambridge International during the approval/registration process.
Establishing the required curriculum, assessment, examination and academic policies.
Guiding Heads of Departments and subject teachers on IGCSE curriculum planning and standards.
Ensuring appropriate subject choices, schemes of work, curriculum mapping and progression pathways.
Monitoring teaching quality, internal assessments and student performance against IGCSE expectations.
Ensuring the school is prepa

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