Head of English

**Location**:Milan, IT

**Date**:9 Jan 2026

**Application closing date**:

- Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
- In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
- By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

**ROLE SUMMARY**:**Our school**
- Founded in 1958, International School of Milan caters for approximately 1000 students from more than 60 nationalities. Our new campus opened in September 2013, incorporating a theatre, swimming pool and a full-size gymnasium as well as specialist classrooms, labs, libraries, arts and music areas. All of our sections are fully authorised for International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes - Primary Years Programme (PYP) from Kindergarten to Grade 6; Middle Years Programme (MYP) from Grades 7 to 11; Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 12 and 13. ISM is the most established IB world school in Italy and has an excellent record of results in the Diploma. Wi-Fi is enabled throughout the campus to support the school’s 1:1 learning project, with every student having access to a personal tablet or laptop. The school is one of several very successful Italian schools belonging to ISE (International School of Europe) which in turn are part of Inspired, a worldwide network of premium schools.**Our host city**
- Milan has long been considered the dynamo of the Italian economy and the country’s most cosmopolitan and forward-looking city. Located near the heart of Europe, it is extremely well-connected with three major airports and easy roads and rail inks across the country and the continent. Although Milan is a busy commercial Centre, the artistic and cultural heritage of Italy is prominent, from galleries and theatres to its fame as a global Centre for fashion, design, nightlife, cuisine and lifestyle. There is a history of sporting excellence and its location near the mountains, lakes and the Mediterranean Sea makes it ideal for sporting activities as well as its renowned professional teams. As host city for the 2015 World Expo, it has become a major tourist venue and it was identified by the New York Times as the single most interesting place to visit in the word**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Strategic Leadership
Lead the vision and delivery of English across MYP and DP, ensuring coherence, progression and challenge in line with the school’s mission and the IB Learner Profile. Contribute to whole-school curriculum and academic strategy.
- Curriculum & Assessment (MYP & DP)
- Teaching & Learning
Model outstanding IB practice, promoting inquiry, critical thinking, academic writing and oracy. Support effective differentiation, including EAL and high-achieving students, and use data to raise attainment.
- Staff Leadership & Professional Development
- Quality Assurance & Outcomes
Monitor teaching quality and student outcomes through observation, work scrutiny and data analysis. Lead improvement strategies to enhance achievement and engagement.
- Student Experience & Enrichment
Promote reading and literary culture across the school. Develop enrichment opportunities and support Extended Essays, HL study and post-16/university preparation.
- Wider School Contribution
Work collaboratively with colleagues, contribute to IB evaluation and accreditation, communicate effectively with parents, and uphold safeguarding and student wellbeing.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE**:
**Essential**
- Experience teaching English within **IB MYP and/or DP** (DP experience highly desirable).
- Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop others.
- Strong understanding of assessment, curriculum design and IB philosophy.
- Commitment to inclusive, high-quality education.

**Desirable**
- Previous middle leadership experience.
- IB training and examiner or workshop leader experience.
- Experience in an international or diverse school context.
- Previous experience with IB programmes is not required and official IB training will be offered, together with relocation assistance and help with the apartment search.**How to apply**
- The person appointed will be expected to begin work on 20th August 2026 before which date a criminal records check will need to be completed as part