Head Of Wellbeing Monza

Head Of Wellbeing
Monza
Lombardia, Monza

Job type: Full Time, PermanentApply by: 31 January 2025Job overview Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 116 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90, 000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

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ROLE SUMMARY: We seek an inspirational Head of Wellbeing to join our leadership team from September 2025.

As a key member of IS Monza's Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the Principal, the Head of Wellbeing will drive student and staff wellbeing, fostering community spirit and ensuring every child thrives socially, emotionally, and personally.

They will inspire positivity and inclusivity, collaborating with the Principal, SLT, and teachers to support students' academic success.

IS Monza, located in the heart of Monza near Milan, serves 340 students from nearly 40 nationalities, aged 2. 5 to 18.

An IB continuum school, we deliver the IB programmes authentically, reflecting our core values and the IB Learner Profile.

Applicants should be highly qualified, fluent in English, committed to supporting young people's development, and experienced in inquiry-based learning within the PYP programme.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates.

Note that candidates will only be considered if they submit all three of the following documents: the school application form (available on TES), curriculum vitae and an accompanying letter outlining why you wish to be considered for this post.

All applications should be written in English.

The closing date for applications is 14 February 2025 however we advise applying early as we reserve the right to appoint an exceptional candidate before the closing date.

Job Purpose: The successful candidate will uphold and actively promote the Principles and Values of the International School of Monza and contribute fully to the ethos and wider life of our community.

The Head of Wellbeing is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team at IS Monza and will report directly to the Principal.

They have responsibility for driving forward student and staff wellbeing and community spirit to ensure that every child thrives, socially, emotionally and personally at IS Monza.

They will promote and inspire an ethos of positivity and inclusivity whilst working closely with the Principal, SLT and teaching staff to ensure each student achieves their very best academically.

Safeguarding: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

Review and implement safeguarding policies.

Manage child protection cases and records.

Liaise with external agencies.

Student Support Systems Manage behaviour and discipline with Heads of Section.

Handle serious disciplinary issues.

Oversee pastoral data and attendance monitoring.

Develop student leadership opportunities.

Coordinate student support with academic staff.

Lead staff briefings and organise training.

Student Wellbeing and Management Oversee pastoral care and line-manage key staff.

Assist with admissions and liaise on student health.

Implement PSHE and wellbeing initiatives.

Launch programmes on online safety, mental health, and bullying.

Support critical incidents and safeguard training.

Stay informed on international pastoral trends.

Parent and Community Relations: Communicate with parents on wellbeing matters.

Lead parent education programmes and forums.

Manage sensitive parent communications and meetings.

Develop community wellbeing initiatives and organise pastoral sessions.

Build connections with local support services.

Assist with crisis communication on student welfare.

School Ethos Plan and coordinate residential and day trips.

Lead the school house system.

Promote community spirit and staff wellbeing.

Foster parental community engagement.

Teaching and Other Responsibilities Deliver high-quality learning experiences to various classes.

Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and empathy with students and parents.

Promote positive behaviour in the classroom and on school premises.

Behave professionally, maintaining confidentiality.

Market and promote the primary department locally and abroad.

Manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Participate in the wider life of the school, including trips and clubs.

Support school events and extracurricular activities.

Represent the school positively to all stakeholders.

Perform other duties assigned by the Principal.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

School Application Form Please note that all applicants must complete the IS Monza application form which can be downloaded from TES and uploaded along with a current C. V. and a covering letter detailing why you have the skills and attributes required for this position.

All documents must be written in English.

About International School of Monza International School of Monza Via Solferino 23Monza20900Italy+39 9935 7701Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with over 119 premium private schools spanning six continents providing premium education to over 85, 000 students ensuring they all receive a first-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

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the heart of the city of Monza, on the doorstep of the buzzing city of Milan and the Italian lakes, the doors of the International School of Monza open every day to approximately 300 students of nearly 40 nationalities from age 2. 5 to 18.

A highly dynamic and collaborative environment, where curious and internationally-minded learners strive for a world without frontiers.

Whilst the school has a near forty-year-long year history and has close ties with its sister schools around Italy, there is a fresh and unique feel to everything we do. IS Monza is a full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP, ages 2. 5-11), Middle Years Programme (MYP, ages 11-16) and Diploma Programme (DP, ages 16-18).

We endeavour to deliver the IB programmes in the purist of forms, with the school's core values and the IB's Learner Profile embodied in everything that we do.

Both the school and the Inspired Education Group to which it belongs, have an established record of success in the IB, from age 2. 5 all the way through to admission to the world's leading universities at age 18.

Furthermore, in our Early Years section (ages 2. 5-6), our curriculum is heavily influenced by Reggio Children. Perhaps most of note is the sense of collaboration that exists amongst all members of the school community.

This is most evident in the way in which our highly qualified English-fluent teachers and inquisitive students work towards a common goal of academic success which is seamlessly balanced with an inherent commitment to active global citizenship at every level.

Although all classrooms are fitted with smart TVs and students bring iPads and MacBooks to school, we use technology in a blended approach where we feel it adds value to teaching and learning and not merely to replace traditional methods (yes, we do use books and, yes, we do talk to one another). All this takes place in our city-centre campus – a stylish and colourful factory conversion – which has been specifically designed to foster collaborative approaches to teaching and learning.

Our science laboratories are fitted with state-of-the-art equipment and we also boast carefully designed on-site spaces which support the delivery of our Reggio-Inspired Early Years Curriculum, three beautiful libraries, as well as studios for visual arts, drama and music, a theatre, as well as a large indoor and outdoor sports complex just a three minute walk away.

That said, living in such a culturally rich part of the world, we take many opportunities to knock down our classroom walls and learn from opportunities in the local and not-so-local area. More information about the school can be found on our website at