Simon Amura

Simon Amura has extensive work experience in the education sector, with a focus on leadership roles. Simon began their career at Richard Challoner School as the Director of Music, where they established music as a central part of the school experience and expanded the music provision. Simon held this position from September 2000 to August 2013.

Afterwards, they joined The British School of Kuwait, starting as the SCC Secondary Music teacher from September 2013 to August 2015. Simon then became the Director of Music from September 2015 to August 2016, leading the department and promoting music within the local and national community. Simon also served as the Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral) from September 2016 to August 2017, managing pastoral care and student support for the "Higher" phase of the school.

From September 2017 to August 2021, Simon held the position of Assistant Head Teacher (Academic) at The British School of Kuwait, overseeing academic performance and implementing data-driven policies. Currently, they are the Head Teacher (Higher Phase) at the same school, responsible for the academic performance of the higher students and maintaining teaching and learning standards across the entire school. Simon has faced challenges such as transitioning to online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic and implementing distance working solutions.

Throughout their career, Simon has demonstrated a commitment to student wellbeing, effective data management, and the development and implementation of innovative programs.

Simon Amura's education history is as follows:

From 2022 to 2024, Simon attended The Open University and obtained a Master of Arts degree (MA) in Music.

Between 2019 and 2021, Simon studied at the National College of Teaching and Leadership, specializing in Educational Leadership and Administration, General. Simon completed their studies and earned an NPQH degree.

From 2011 to 2013, Simon attended Edge Hill University, where they obtained a PGDip (Postgraduate Diploma) in Teaching and Learning.

Simon also pursued a Master of Music degree (MMus) in Composing for Film and TV from Kingston University, studying there from 2009 to 2011.

Alongside their degree at Kingston University, Simon also completed a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Music Teacher Education at the University of Reading during the same period.

In 1999, Simon completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary Education and Teaching at Kingston University.

Simon's undergraduate studies were completed from 1996 to 1999 at Kingston University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree (BA) in Music.

Simon’s earliest recorded education was at Victoria College Jersey, where they attended from 1989 to 1996, although information about a specific degree or field of study is unavailable.