EXPRESSION OF INTEREST PRINCIPAL / HEAD OF SCHOOL Globeducate International Schools Globeducate is one of the world’s leading international K-12 education groups, with a network of schools and educational brands across multiple countries. Our schools are united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, innovation, international mindedness, and the development of students who graduate as general citizens who can shape the world. Colleagues at Globeducate benefit from working within a collaborative international community that values continuous improvement, professional learning and the sharing of best practice across the group. We welcome expressions of interest from accomplished school leaders for future Principal and Head of School opportunities across Globeducate. We value leaders who combine educational excellence and safeguarding with people leadership, operational judgement and commercial awareness. This is an evergreen talent-pool opportunity, not a specific current vacancy. Locations, curricula and role requirements will vary; suitable candidates may be contacted as opportunities arise.

Key Responsibilities
1. Strategy, Business & Financial Performance
• Create clear educational and business plans aligned with each school’s vision and Group priorities.
• Lead budgets, financial performance, resource allocation and sustainable school growth.
• Use educational, people, enrolment and financial data to guide decisions, monitor outcomes and deliver improvement.
• Ensure appropriate governance, reporting, financial controls and alignment of investment with educational priorities. 2. Marketing, Admissions & Community
• Partner with admissions and marketing teams to strengthen student recruitment, retention and the family experience.




• Build trusted relationships with families and communities through visible, empathetic and accountable leadership.
• Strengthen the school’s reputation, distinct positioning and community partnerships using feedback and data. 3. Education, Safeguarding & Wellbeing
• Set an ambitious educational vision and improvement plan that advances teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• Use assessment, observations and inspection evidence to assess and improve educational quality.
• Oversee suitable curriculum pathways and meet relevant local education, inspection and accreditation requirements.
• Champion safeguarding, safer recruitment, inclusion and a nurturing culture of student wellbeing. 4. People & Leadership
• Build, inspire and develop high-performing leadership and staff teams with clear accountability and succession planning.
• Lead effective performance management, professional development and workforce planning.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative staff culture and lead organisational change with good judgement. 5. Operations & Risk Management
• Oversee effective daily school operations and high-quality services for students and families.
• Maintain safe, compliant and well-managed facilities, procurement, contracts and resources.
• Lead appropriate health and safety, security, capital planning, business continuity and operational risk management. Candidate Profile Typically Required




• A recognised teaching qualification and a successful senior school leadership track record.
• Evidence of strong educational outcomes, safeguarding practice and commitment to student wellbeing.
• Experience developing teams, engaging families, managing performance and leading change.
• Commercial and operational knowledge of budgets, admissions, retention and workforce planning.
• An ethical, inclusive, strategic leadership approach, strong communication and adaptability across cultures; language requirements vary by role. Additional Experience We Value
• International school or multi-curriculum leadership experience, or relevant postgraduate leadership study.
• A track record of school improvement, growth, turnaround, inspection or accreditation success. How to Express Your Interest Submit your CV through the Globeducate careers platform, noting preferred locations, curriculum expertise, languages and availability. Our talent team may contact you if a suitable opportunity arises. This does not constitute an application for a specific vacancy or guarantee an interview. Safeguarding Statement: Globeducate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with barred list where appropriate), checks with past employers, including overseas police checks, online searches and relevant pre-employment safeguarding assessments.

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