Head of Upper School

About the School-ELIS Murcia

El Limonar International School Murcia (ELIS Murcia), part of the Cognita Schools Group, with 900 students between 3 – 18 years, is a dynamic learning community.

ELISMurcia is a growing, dual-campus school committed to continuous improvement ofall aspects of school life; CPD to ensure high-quality learning experiences forour students; and a positive work-life balance for our staff. ELIS Murcia isone of the very best international schools in terms of external examination results with recognition year after year as one of the top schools in Spainthrough the prestigious El Mundo ranking.

Furthermore, ELIS Murcia was named the Cognita Europe School of the Year in2022, 2023 and 2025. Students graduate from ELIS Murcia with proficiency inthree languages. Around 80% of our graduates go onto further education within

Spain, with the remaining 20% taking up offers in the UK and other international destinations.

As well as our focus on academic excellence, we are committed to fostering positive relationships that allow our learners to develop all the necessary skills to become the bold and resilient leaders of tomorrow. ELIS Murcia offersa programme based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, IGCSE andIAL Level courses, as well as the Spanish Baccalaureate programme.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Upper School to join our fantastic team.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 20 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 90 schools in 20 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

ELISMurcia is seeking an exceptional and ambitious school leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Upper School. Reporting directly to the Headteacher,this pivotal role provides strategic and operational leadership across Years9–13, ensuring the highest standards of academic achievement, pastoral care,safeguarding, student wellbeing, and educational quality. The successful candidate will lead and develop a strong team of middle and senior leaders,drive continuous school improvement through the intelligent use of data and evidence, and foster a culture of high expectations, accountability, inclusion,and professional trust.

Working closely with colleagues across the school, theHead of Upper School will play a key role in shaping whole-school strategy,supporting staff development, enhancing the student experience, and contributing to the continued growth and success of ELIS Murcia as a leading

British international school. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and reflective leader who is passionate about helping every studentthrive and achieve their full potential.

This is a permanent, full-time role.

Weare looking for an ambitious, reflective, and…