Head of Department, Humanities

Based in Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka International Community School (LICS) is a co-educational, secular, fee-paying, non-profit institution that offers an internationally recognised education to a culturally diverse and globally minded student community. We pride ourselves on providing a caring and supportive learning environment and uphold our vision to “maximise the potential of future world citizens.”

LICS is a leading independent pre-primary, primary, and secondary school situated in the leafy suburb of Roma in Lusaka. The school is a proud member of CIS, AISA, and ISAZ.

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity and are seeking a suitably qualified individual to join the LICS community as a Head of Department, Humanities, effective 1st August 2027.

1.    Requirements and Qualities:

·        History/Humanities teaching experience

·        Be current with the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) - KS3, IGCSE, and A-Level curriculum.

·        Previous Middle Leadership (minimum 2 years) is essential

·        Demonstrate sound leadership knowledge, skills, values, and professional integrity.

·        Effectively lead teaching, learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.

·        Build positive professional relationships and actively engage with the wider school community.

·        Dynamic, driven, team-oriented, committed to educational excellence, and brings a positive sense of humour.

2.    Qualifications:

·        Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 5 years of relevant teaching experience.

·        History / Humanities teaching qualifications

·        Additional qualifications relevant to the role.

3.    Key Responsibilities:

3.1    Teaching and Learning

·        Set and sustain high standards of teaching and learning across all ages and abilities.

·        Lead curriculum and departmental policy development aligned with school strategy and external specifications.

·        Support and improve teaching quality through self-evaluation, professional development, and appraisal processes.

·        Ensure effective resourcing, learning environments, behaviour consistency, and continuity during staff absence.

·        Promote literacy, numeracy, and subject-specific best practice through collaboration and up-to-date pedagogy.

3.2    Recording, Reporting, and Assessment

·        Lead and manage assessment practices to ensure student progress and achievement.

·        Use assessment data effectively to inform planning, raise attainment, and track progress.

·        Ensure continuity and progression across year groups and key stages through coordinated planning.

·        Liaise with Key Stage leaders to support student development and achievement.

·        Ensure high-quality, timely reporting and completion of departmental evaluations.

3.3    Leadership

·        Build positive, professional relationships and lead, support, and motivate departmental staff.

·        Manage curriculum delivery and deploy staff and resources effectively to maximise impact.

·        Develop, implement, and monitor the Department Improvement Plan aligned with school priorities.

·        Track progress against targets and report regularly to the Principal and Senior Leadership Team.

·        Contribute to whole-school strategy, policy development, and Teaching and Learning initiatives.

3.4    Standards and Quality Assurance

·        Ensure departmental quality assurance aligns with school evaluation and improvement frameworks.

·        Develop and implement a clear departmental strategic development plan.

·        Maintain compliance with health and safety requirements within the department.

·        Participate actively in staff meetings, team meetings, and school events.

·        Engage with parents and the wider school community through formal school activities.

4.    Remuneration: Competitive package.

5.    Application Process:

Please visit the LICS website https://lics.sch.zm/solicited-application/ and fill in the online application form and upload a detailed CV with a cover letter and three referees (one should be your current supervisor) by 13.11.2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

6.    Safeguarding:

LICS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate's appointment will be subject to full security vetting.