Principal – Taylor's College

Work with the President of Taylors Schools on the Strategic Planning and Development of the school to ensure innovation in educational opportunity in support of the priorities of Taylors Schools.

Working with the Group Director of Education to collaborate with other schools within the group to share best practices in teaching and learning and to implement group wide academic priorities and strategies.

Leadership of the Heads of Schools and all staff.

Recruitment of school staff (both teaching and non-teaching) in collaboration with HOO or HOD and COO, implementing performance monitoring systems and ensuring performance development programs meet the needs of the School and its staff.

Promotion of innovation and personalised learning at all levels of the School so as to consistently achieve high academic standards.

Ensuring that programmes in the School are aimed at developing each child towards achieving the best student outcomes and that character building is embedded in all School operation/activities.

Ensure smooth and efficient operation and development of the School and its facilities working through the HOO or HOD and the COO.

Collaborate and build high performing teams, and be able to inspire, motivate and develop sustainable relationships with all members of the school community.

Sound business acumen with the ability to manage financial budgets with astuteness.

Engage with students, teachers, parents and community leaders in a manner that is open, inclusive and conveys the values of the organisation and school.

A first-class educator with a track record of leadership success as a Principal in large schools.

Strong cross-cultural leadership abilities ideally developed through experience leading in an international environment.

Proven experience of leading, developing and motivating high calibre teams with a clear commitment to the continuing professional development of all colleagues.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the gravitas to be an impressive and compelling ambassador for Nexus Singapore in a competitive market.

A broad understanding of the rapidly evolving international education sector and the opportunities and challenges this presents for Nexus Singapore.

Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to empower the Senior Leadership Team to deliver their remits to the highest possible standards, upholding a culture of high responsibility, high accountability.

High levels of emotional intelligence and the cultural sensitivity and global perspective to relate well to people at all levels and from a diversity of backgrounds, as well as assimilate the context in Singapore.

The diplomacy, flexibility and political acuity to work effectively with Taylors Schools and other key stakeholders such as the Ministry of Education.

A good understanding of the business aspects of modern school leadership.

A highly visible leader with the charisma, energy and ambition to inspire and motivate different constituencies.

Strong personal drive, high levels of self-awareness, resilience, humility and flexibility.

A deep commitment to Nexus Singapores distinctive vision, mission and values.

Commitment and Stability: a leader who is prepared to commit 51 years.

Purpose-aligned: believes in and is passionate about our strategy and brand as it aligns with theirs (not just taking a job).

Team galvaniser: unites and energises all staff toward shared goals.

Strategic with execution-minded: clear on direction and the plan to get there

Commercial acumen: respect financial targets and driving efficiency in school

High EQ: excellent in engaging parents, learners and staff.

Ability to Manage Upwards: Capable of working effectively with the Board, TSO and external stakeholders.