British School Overseas Operating Manual Creation

Job Title: Development of Comprehensive Operating Manual for a British International School (Pre-Nursery to Sixth Form) Job Type: One-time project / Fixed Price Description: We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented educational consultant, school administrator, or technical writer to develop a full Operating Manual for a British International School located overseas. The school provides education from Pre-Nursery through to Sixth Form (A-Levels) and follows the English National Curriculum. This Operating Manual will serve as the central reference for the school's policies, systems, structures, and procedures, ensuring compliance with British educational standards, British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection criteria, and applicable local regulations. It will define clear roles, responsibilities, relationships, and expectations for all levels of staff, ensuring consistency, clarity, and operational excellence. Scope of Work: The Operating Manual must comprehensively cover the following areas: 1. Governance and Leadership Structure and responsibilities of the Board of Governors, Principal, Head Teachers, and SLT Oversight and compliance with British Schools Overseas (BSO) standards Inspection readiness, policy reviews, and legal frameworks 2. School Management and Organisational Hierarchy A clear, visual hierarchical structure from the governing body to classroom staff Defined lines of accountability and reporting Job titles, roles, and supervisory responsibilities for: Principal Head Teachers Department Heads Pastoral Leads Year Group Coordinators Teachers and Teaching Assistants Administrative and Support Staff 3. Relationships and Communication Protocols Professional relationship expectations between: Top Management (Principal/Board) and Middle Management Middle Management and Teaching/Support Staff Principal / Head Teachers and Teachers Channels for communication, decision-making, conflict resolution Leadership responsibilities in fostering a collaborative and respectful school culture 4. Teaching Staff Structure and Roles For all teaching staff (Early Years to Sixth Form), the manual should clearly outline: Job Descriptions For Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Heads of Departments, Year Leaders, and Subject Specialists Qualifications Minimum academic and professional requirements (e.g., PGCE, QTS, relevant degree) Responsibilities Curriculum planning and delivery, assessment, student welfare, parent communication, co-curricular involvement, safeguarding duties Experience Expectations Years of teaching, international experience, leadership competencies where applicable Job Limitations Scope of authority, confidentiality expectations, boundaries of classroom autonomy Sanctions & Disciplinary Measures Clear process for addressing underperformance, misconduct, or policy violations, including verbal warnings, written warnings, and termination protocols 5. Admissions and Enrolment Admissions policy for each age group Enrolment procedures and placement age guides Transition processes between key stages 6. Curriculum and Academic Framework Curriculum structure from EYFS to A-Levels Subject offerings and timetabling Internal assessment and external examinations Learning support (SEN/SEND, EAL) Monitoring and evaluation processes 7. Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Planning, delivery, differentiation, and feedback Lesson observation and appraisal Homework policies Use of educational technology 8. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies aligned with UK standards (e.g., KCSIE) Role and responsibilities of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Reporting protocols and staff training requirements 9. Behaviour Management and Discipline Whole-school behaviour policy Expectations, rewards, sanctions Anti-bullying framework Staff roles in behaviour management 10. Health and Safety Emergency procedures Risk assessments School nurse, first aid, and medical protocols 11. Operations and Administration Calendar, daily schedules, and bell times Roles of non-teaching staff Facility use and maintenance policies Inventory and resource management 12. Parent, Student, and Community Engagement Communication protocols with parents Complaints procedure Parent-teacher conferences and events Student voice and council structures Deliverables: A professionally written and fully editable Operating Manual (MS Word or Google Docs) Structured Table of Contents for easy navigation Appendices with templates, forms, and sample documents Alignment with BSO and UK Department for Education (DfE) standards Ideal Candidate Profile: Prior experience developing policies or manuals for British or international schools Strong understanding of the English National Curriculum, BSO, Ofsted, or ISI standards Excellent English writing skills and ability to structure complex documentation Knowledge of international school settings and cultural contexts (desirable) Strong project management and communication skills Timeline: Estimated project duration: 6 to 8 weeks from start date. How to Apply: Please submit the following: A cover letter or proposal outlining your relevant experience and approach to the project Samples or excerpts of similar work (e.g., policies, handbooks, manuals) Your proposed fixed price for the complete project Estimated timeline and availability We look forward to collaborating with a skilled and professional writer who understands the complexities and requirements of operating a British international school

Project ID: 39700435