Assistant Head (Assessment) - Expat Contract

The role: Assistant Head (Assessment) for the Junior School

The Assistant Head (Assessment) is a member of the Junior Leadership Team and is primarily responsible for the assessment of children throughout the Junior School.

The Assistant Headteacher (Assessment) leads the development, implementation, and analysis of student assessment data to track progress, inform curriculum planning, and raise academic achievement. They ensure accurate, timely data collection, monitor pupil

performance, challenge underperformance, and report this to the Junior Leadership Team.

About us:

St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

School Values

All staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are:

KINDNESS, INTEGRITY, ASPIRATION, INCLUSION, RESPONSIBILITY, ADVENTURE

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More details about the school can be found at www.stpauls.br.

Main Responsabilities of the Post

• Assessment Strategy: Determine, implement, and review an effective assessment framework using best practices.

• Data Analysis: Interpret internal/external data (e.g., PUMA and PIRA results, test data) to provide reports to the Junior Leadership Team (JLT) and governors.

• Monitoring Progress: Identify student achievement trends and create strategies to address gaps through intervention.

• Reporting: Manage the assessment calendar to track and communicate student attainment to parents and staff.

Management

● Deputises for the Deputy Head - Academic

● Keeps the Head informed and brings problems to her

● Attends JLT meetings and contributes to discussions about school wide issues.

● Liaises with Senior School Assistant Head about assessment issues

● Provides an assessment link between the Head and staff

● Helps oversee the induction of new staff

● Assists with staff recruitment

● Assists with the production of the Junior School timetable and Teaching/ Class Assistant Allocation

● Co-Chairs Pupil Progress meetings

● Conducts Appraisals according to the schedule

● Co-Leads the Teaching Assistant/Class Assistant weekly meetings and organises training updates during these time with the Head of Learning Support and other relevant staff

● Keeps minutes for JLT when required

● Takes school assemblies when advised

Assessment

• Orders and organises all assessment papers

• Organises and conducts external assessments including Taster days and overseas assessments

• Manages data tracking software

• Updates the Assessment and monitoring policy

• Writes assessment timetables

• Manages screeners in consultation with the SENDCo

• Oversees pupil targets and the tracking of progress

Data

• Manages pupil profile data

• Meets with staff to review pupil progress data on a termly basis

• Organises ISI data

• Analyses summative and formative assessment data and reports to relevant parties including for JLT and Governors

• Collates data from assessment weeks and meet with relevant staff – HLP, SEND etc.

• Tracks effort and attainment grades to monitor pupil progress on a half termly basis

• Reviews Effort and Attainment grades on reports and ensures that all parents are informed in there are any changes to grades

• Helps identify children who require additional holiday work, including prospective pupils

Reports

• Organises report schedule for staff

• Liaises with Database Manager about reports (updating templates)

• Ensures all E&A grades are inputted before publishing

• Proof reads allocated section of reports to look for layout/template issues

Policy updates

• Updates Assessment, recording and reporting policy

Information to parents

• Meets with parents regarding assessments and results when required

Liaises with Deputy Head (Academic) to ensure

• Assessments assess the curriculum we teach and give a fair representation of the progress children are making

General Responsibilities

This role includes teaching a predetermined timetable. 

All staff members are expected to: 

• Support and contribute to the School Development Plan. 

• Maintain up to date knowledge of teaching practice within their subject area. 

• Plan and deliver lessons that meet individual learning needs in line with school and departmental expectations. 

• Participate in quality assurance processes, including curriculum reviews, and maintain accurate records of attendance, attainment and assessment. 

• Set, assess and record work in accordance with school and departmental policies. 

• Inspire trust and confidence in pupils. 

• Support all safeguarding and child protection responsibilities. 

• Ensure a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors. 

• Support the school’s sustainability initiatives. 

• Promote the school’s commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. 

• Carry out any reasonable duties requested by the Head. 

Start date August 2026 or January 2027 for the right candidate.

Closing date Monday 13 April at 5pm (Brazil time) with initial interviews taking place that week.

Benefits (expat contract)

For expatriates the package is a two-year (renewable) contract that includes: housing allowance; furnishing allowance; grocery allowance; return flights (at the start and end of each contract); luggage allowances (inbound and return); visa expenses covered; opt-in private pension scheme; high-interest savings scheme, healthcare and dental plan, on-site lunch and a UK-sterling salary allowance, accommodation in walking-distance apartment.

Living in Brazil and in São Paulo city

“It only took a matter of months for me to fall in love with Brazil: the warmth of its people; their optimism and zest for life; their willingness to help strangers and their ever-readiness for a party! This, against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, incredible wildlife and some of the best beaches I have ever seen make Brazil an unrivalled country to call home away from home. More locally, São Paulo is an elating metropolis to live in: I love how diverse it is demographically; how green and leafy it is; the excellent arts and culture options; the food offering is second-to-none and the nightlife is awesome. In all, São Paulo (and Brazil) are the best places to live if you value good people, fun, quality of life and heady adventure.” - Mr Jonathan Tarrant, Second in the English Department in Senior School.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles and exposure), an overseas check if appropriate and a pre-placement medical assessment. Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

Please include a letter of application setting out the reasons why you feel you feel you are a strong candidate for this role.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will be an experienced, committed and inspiring educator with: 

Skills, Knowledge and Professional Experience 

• Experience: Proven experience as a teacher and leader with expertise in assessment and data analysis.

• Pedagogical Knowledge: Strong understanding of assessment methods

• Leadership Qualities: Ability to lead staff meetings, manage teams, and lead change.

• Data Literacy: Proficiency in managing data systems and using data to make informed decisions.

• Communication: Effective communication with staff, pupils, and stakeholders to communicate progress.

Essential Requirements

• Appropriate degree, with UK PGCE or other teaching qualification that gives QTS

• Minimum three years teaching experience and familiarity with the National Curriculum of England

• Experience with carrying out and interpreting results of tests

• A clean criminal record check including International Child Protection Check (ICPC) from the UK or appropriate police and other checks from relevant countries of residence/work for applicants who have never worked in the UK and no issues regarding suitability to work with children.

• A proven commitment to the safeguarding of children and an understanding of safeguarding procedure.

• Prior teaching experience essential, preferably in leading independent schools

• Is discrete and has a sense of confidentiality

• Sets a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance

• A genuine passion for working with young people and helping them to flourish.

• The ability to inspire excellence in both academic and pastoral development.

• Empathy, patience, and a caring approach in supporting pupils.

• Adaptability, creativity, and a forward-thinking outlook.

• Strong cultural sensitivity and global awareness.

• A collaborative mindset, working positively with colleagues, pupils, and parents.

• A drive to develop and innovate, embracing professional learning with a mindset of continual improvement.