Deputy Head of Secondary School

The Franconian International School (FIS) in Erlangen, located in southern Germany, serves primarily the international community of the Metropolitan Region of Nuremberg and educates students in an international environment according to high academic standards. It provides an atmosphere respectful of diverse cultures and promotes responsible global citizenship. The school is committed to promoting international and intercultural experiences for its students. The students at the FIS come from over 40 different nations.

The FIS is looking for a

Deputy Head of Secondary School

Starting: August 1, 2025

Employment Type: Full-time

Contract Type: 2 years

• Full-time position, 2-year appointment
• 28 release lessons bi-weekly, 5.000 € annual stipend
• The position comes with a teaching component

Responsibilities:

1. Operational and Section Development Leadership

• Be highly visible and supportive inside and outside classrooms and at school events
• Model and promote positive behaviors
• Maintain oversight of students, such as student behavior, late work, punctuality and attendance and academic concerns, liaising with teachers, parents and Head of Section as necessary, developing appropriate interventions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Support the work of the Head of Section and Section Counselor(s) pertaining to student concerns, prioritizing and actioning/referring on as necessary
• Support the Head of Section and Head of Student Wellbeing and Safeguarding with the implementation of the pastoral program, including the advisory program, transitions (including course choices), student progress meetings and any other initiatives in this area
• Collaborate with the IB programme coordinators to foster student agency, action and engagement
• Oversee the leadership, running and training of the Student Council and other student agency, action and engagements initiatives
• Schedule and oversee student led assemblies and student community events
• Support Head of Section to lead the section in close liaison with all stakeholders, in alignment with the FIS values and guiding statements
• Support Head of Section in organizing the day to day running of the section, including calendar, field trips, events, exams, conferences, reporting, daily schedule, supervision of duties, emergency cover, internship applications, transcript management, communicating section relevant topics, and other operational systems
• Support with the development of school culture by in implementing and monitoring section relevant policies
• Deputize in the absence of Head of Section
• Organize and oversee standardized testing
• Support Head of Section in communicating section relevant topics

2. Teaching

• Teach and manage the educational program relevant to subject and grade level(s) based on the FIS curriculum and as required by the Head of School

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Degree in Education
• Passion for educating Secondary School students
• Proven successful leadership experience and expertise
• Proven organizational skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Strong focus on student-centered learning
• Previous experience in international schools
• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders
• Ability to handle complexity and deal with frustration
• Commitment to developing connections to both the international and local environment
• Possession of strong core values that drive their actions
• Ability to role model successful teaching

What we offer:

• An exciting position in an international, friendly and open working atmosphere
• A modern workplace with excellent resources
• Initial 2-year contract
• Remuneration according to FIS Salary Scale based on experience
• Competitive salary, relocation package, contributions towards pension scheme
• Opportunity to learn and grow as a professional

Please note

• If you currently reside or if you are planning to move to the Erlangen / Nuremberg area, please note this clearly in your application.
• Please submit your application online by clicking the “Apply Now” button.

Equal Opportunity and Child Protection Statement

The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, verification of identity and proof of qualifications. TheFranconian International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers andnational/international disclosure and barring services. The Franconian International Schoolis an Equal Opportunities employer, and welcomes applications for all posts from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief.