IGCSE Coordinator / Head of School Benin City

Charryville Academy is the place to guarantee your child’s future by giving him or her quality education. We have well equipped state of the art facilities for all round Montessori, Elementary and Secondary School education. Founded in 2016, Charryville Academy has raised the bar for Pre-school, Primary and Junior Secondary Education in Edo-State, taking into consideration the complete psychological needs of a child.

Using the British National Curriculum as a background, we infuse the Nigerian Curriculum so our kids can enjoy a well-rounded education. We have in place pertinent resources and facilities for making our set goals and objectives effective, efficient and successful. Starting with our comfy classrooms, Montessori didactics, teaching aids, STEM program, Coding program, Art, modern indoor and outdoor areas to our well qualified teachers who are passionate about bringing out the best in all our kids, parents can rest assured that their children are getting the best education. We also emphasize input from parents and guardians especially at home. We look forward to welcoming you and your children to Charryville Academy. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: IGCSE Coordinator / Head of School

Location: Benin City, Edo

Employment Type: Full-time Job Description / Responsibilities

The Head of School / IGCSE Coordinator will provide strategic leadership and direction for the school while taking primary responsibility for the effective coordination and preparation of students and staff for Cambridge/IGCSE examinations.

Provide strategic leadership, direction, and overall management of the school. Oversee the academic, administrative, and operational activities of the school. Supervise teachers and support staff and monitor their performance. Ensure effective implementation of the school curriculum and academic programmes. Lead and coordinate Cambridge/IGCSE academic programmes and examination preparation. Develop and implement effective Cambridge/IGCSE examination preparation plans, revision programmes, and academic support strategies. Coordinate teachers and subject departments involved in Cambridge/IGCSE programmes. Monitor students' academic performance, progress, discipline, welfare, and overall development. Organise and monitor mock examinations, revision programmes, assessments, and other examination-readiness activities. Ensure students are adequately prepared for Cambridge/IGCSE examinations and maintain high academic standards. Develop and implement school policies, procedures, and continuous improvement plans. Lead staff meetings, training, appraisals, and professional development programmes. Provide academic guidance and support to teachers to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Maintain effective communication with parents, staff, management, students, and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant educational standards, school policies, and examination requirements. Manage school resources effectively and promote a safe, positive, disciplined, and conducive learning environment. Monitor and evaluate academic results and implement strategies for improvement. Represent Charryville Academy at meetings, events, educational engagements, and other professional activities. Support school management in achieving its academic, operational, and strategic goals.

Bachelor's Degree in Education or a relevant field. Master's degree in Education, Educational Management, or a related field is an advantage. Relevant teaching/education certification is required. Cambridge/IGCSE certification, training, or relevant examination-related qualification is highly required.

Minimum of 5 years' teaching experience, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership, coordination, or administrative role. Previous experience as a Head Teacher, Vice Principal, Coordinator, Head of Department, or similar leadership position is an advantage. Proven experience in school administration, staff supervision, curriculum implementation, and academic management. Strong practical experience in Cambridge/IGCSE examination preparation is required. Demonstrable experience coordinating Cambridge/IGCSE examination preparation, revision programmes, mock examinations, assessments, and student readiness activities. Experience working with Cambridge/IGCSE students, teachers, academic departments, and examination requirements is strongly required. Candidates with substantial Cambridge/IGCSE examination coordination experience will be highly preferred.

Must demonstrate integrity, professionalism, strong leadership, and commitment to educational excellence. Must be proactive, organized, and capable of working effectively under pressure. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be willing to participate in school activities, meetings, events, and other academic programmes. Must be able to work collaboratively with management, teachers, parents, students, and other stakeholders. Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the school's location. Relevant Cambridge/IGCSE examination preparation and coordination experience is a key requirement for this position. Candidates without relevant Cambridge/IGCSE experience may not be considered.

Strong leadership and people-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong administrative and organizational abilities. Strong knowledge of school management and curriculum development. Strong understanding of Cambridge/IGCSE curriculum and examination requirements. Proven ability to coordinate Cambridge/IGCSE examination preparation and student readiness programmes. Excellent academic planning and monitoring skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to motivate, supervise, mentor, and develop teachers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools. Strong understanding of child safeguarding and student welfare. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet academic deadlines.

N300,000 – N350,000 monthly, depending on qualifications and experience. Other benefits in accordance with the school's policies.

20th December, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV and relevant credentials to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Application for Head of School / IGCSE Coordinator." as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.