Head of Sixth Form (Assistant Headteacher – Years 12 & 13)

Charterhouse Lagos opened in September 2024 and is setting a new standard in education provision in Nigeria and West Africa. With world-class facilities and a focus on excellence, they are creating students with a passion for learning, for excellence and for leadership.

Charterhouse Lagos belongs to the Charterhouse family of schools, one of the most prestigious and historic names in British independent education. Founded in 1611, Charterhouse has been home to pre-eminent thinkers, creators, writers and leaders. This rich history, and the school’s underlying values, all feed into the essence of Charterhouse Lagos.

The school community is self-contained and lies in Ajah on the Lekki Peninsula, Lagos. The secure compound offers the best educational facilities in Nigeria. 24-hour security ensures that their students and staff can take advantage of the amazing facilities. They expect the older students to board at the school.

Facilities include fully connected classrooms, science and STEM labs, music, art, drama and library spaces, an 800-seat professional standard theatre, a 25-metre competition pool, along with a learn to swim pool, an NBA standard indoor basketball stadium, outdoor and indoor football pitches, and a beautifully landscaped campus that offers relaxation as well as a connection to nature.

The school offers an international education for students aged 5 to 18 (Years 1 to 13) using the British curriculum and leading to the IGCSE and A level qualifications. These will allow their students to aspire to the very best universities worldwide.

Opening a new school is a huge challenge and adaptability will be key in their appointment of leaders. Charterhouse Lagos aims to create a British style international school reflecting the heritage and culture of the great UK independent schools. They are seeking leaders who will bravely tackle challenges and challenge expectations; individuals who will set aspirational targets for students and staff, and lofty goals for their school.

Phase 1 of the building programme opened in September 2024 and Phase 2, with the secondary school facilities is approaching completion. Phase 3 will follow over the next few years. Years 1 to 6 are already established in their primary school, and they are looking forward to adding Years 7, 8 and 9 in September 2025. In September 2026, Year 10 (IGCSE) and Year 12 (A levels) will open to complete their educational offering.

The Board is seeking a Head of Sixth Form who will lead the development and successful launch of the Sixth Form at Charterhouse Lagos, ensuring that it offers academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and outstanding university and career guidance.

As a key member of the Secondary School Leadership Team, the postholder will be instrumental in curriculum planning, staff and student recruitment, student leadership, and higher education preparation, while also overseeing examinations and pastoral provision for Sixth Form students.

In September 2026, Charterhouse Lagos will welcome its first Year 12 cohort, expanding to Years 12 and 13 in September 2027. The Head of Sixth Form will be responsible for preparing for this launch while supporting the growth of the school’s existing Secondary phase (Years 7-10).