Job ID: S-U-2381 - Founding Head of Senior School

The SchoolAt Queen Elizabeth’s Global School, Gurugram, we proudly extend the distinguished legacy of Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet—one of the United Kingdom’s most celebrated academic institutions. Founded on centuries of tradition and intellectual rigour, our branch schools uphold an uncompromising commitment to academic excellence, character formation, and cultural enrichment.Our vision is to cultivate dynamic, world-class learning environments where the next generation of confident, able, and responsible young people are shaped. We challenge our students to think independently, lead with purpose, and embrace a global perspective—all within a community that values tradition, discipline, and innovation.By blending the timeless values of our founding school with the opportunities of a rapidly evolving world, we ignite curiosity, inspire ambition, and prepare our students to make meaningful contributions to society—as scholars, leaders, and changemakers.The OpportunityWe are seeking an exceptional Founding Head of Senior School to lead the academic, strategic and operational delivery of the Senior School at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Gurugram. This is a unique opportunity to shape a world-class Senior School from the ground up within a prestigious international school group.The ideal candidate will be an inspiring and experienced school leader with a proven track record of delivering academic excellence, fostering holistic student development, and building highperforming teams. You will be responsible for leading all aspects of the Senior School—academic outcomes, pastoral care, co-curricularprovision, and staff development—ensuring a rich, rigorous, and inclusive educational experience. As a key member of the founding leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in aligning the Senior School’s vision with the overarching mission of Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools, upholding the values and legacy of our founding school, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet.The RoleJob Title: Founding Head of Senior SchoolReporting to: PrincipalStrategic LeadershipProvide visionary and strategic leadership to establish the Senior School as a benchmark of excellence, rooted in the values and academic ethosof Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet.Shape and implement an ambitious long-term vision for the Senior phase, ensuring alignment with whole-school strategy and the global standards of the Queen Elizabeth’s brand.Lead the development of a high-performance culture characterised by innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement in both academic and pastoral domains, underpinned by a rigorous and responsive school improvement planning cycle.Ensure full compliance with Haryana regulations and support the school’s alignment with the standards required for British Schools Overseas (BSO) and Council of British International Schools (COBIS) accreditation.Serve as a strategic partner in the school’s founding leadership team, contributing to whole-school decision-making and representing the Senior School with distinction to internal and external stakeholders.Academic Excellence & Curriculum DevelopmentLead the design and delivery of an ambitious and intellectually rigorous curriculum based on the Cambridge International Curriculum, ensuring alignment with the academic ethos of Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet and adapting provision to meet Indian statutory requirements.Drive exceptional teaching and learning through the implementation of evidence-informed pedagogical approaches, integrating innovation and educational technology to enrich the learning experience.Champion inclusive, student-centred learning that recognises the needs of every child, ensuring appropriate challenge, support, and differentiation for a diverse and high-achieving student body.Curate a vibrant