Location: International

Head of Secondary School – ISR International School on the Rhine

ISR International School on the Rhine is very distinctive among European international schools. Within an inclusive and holistic education environment, it focuses strongly and boldly on academic achievement and preparing students for admission to top universities worldwide. ISR aims to produce multilingual students who have excellent academic results, are equipped with critical thinking and logical reasoning skills, and have a love of learning and a commitment to being active and responsible global citizens – ‘We enable great minds and strong characters’ is the guiding principle at ISR.  

ISR unashamedly takes the approach that ‘It’s cool to be good.’ 

ISR spares no effort to ensure that every student achieves their full potential. The school combines Cambridge curricula up to IGCSE with the IB Diploma Programme. German is taught throughout and from Grade 6 onwards, students choose a third language from French, Spanish, Mandarin or Japanese. Across all its programmes, ISR’s results are well above the German and global averages.  

ISR is located at the heart of the Düsseldorf-Neuss-Meerbusch region of North Rhine-Westphalia, with its main 140,000 square metre campus in the picturesque and historic city of Neuss. There are Kindergartens in Düsseldorf and Meerbusch and an Elementary School campus will open in Düsseldorf in 2026. The school has more than 1,000 students from 60 nationalities and 200 staff – giving a whole-school staff:student ratio of 6:1. ISR is committed to this size – big enough to support a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, small enough for the connections and relationships that help students to thrive.  

The Proprietor, Peter Soliman, operates ISR with a lean leadership structure, effective decision-making, a fast-paced environment and resources focused on the continued development of teaching and learning, professional development and outstanding facilities. There is a very stable staff, led by Eileen Lyons as School Director. 

ISR bases its approach on three pillars: Embracing Traditional Values; Fostering Respect and Academic Excellence; and Educating Students with the Highest Standards. It is traditional in its focus on academic achievement and is ambitious for its students’ success. However, it is also a thoroughly modern international school with a thriving multilingual environment, technology across the school to support teaching and learning, a truly holistic programme and a laser-like focus on preparing students for university and for life. 

The new Head of Secondary will, above all, subscribe to ISR’s approach – the impactful idea that it’s cool to be good. They will have a passion for supporting each student to achieve their very best and preparing them for a rich and fulfilling life in which they can make a difference. Candidates should have a proven track record of securing strong academic outcomes while recognising the importance of a genuinely holistic education. They will also have significant experience of developing staff – low staff turnover and leaders who come from within are hallmarks of ISR. They will appreciate a fast-paced environment where the focus is always on teaching and learning. While the successful candidate will be a passionate secondary educator, they will also have the commitment, enthusiasm and interest to contribute more widely to the school’s leadership.  

ISR will offer a highly completive package to the successful candidate. The position is available from August 2025.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search at JeanSullivan@rsacademics.com with a copy of your CV/résumé.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 10:00 (UK) / 11:00 (Germany)  

Preliminary interviews with RSAcademics may commence before the applications deadline and the school reserves the right to appoint a candidate in advance of the intended timeline; early applications are therefore encouraged. 

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application and CV/résumé. Please click the Apply Now link on the right side of this page. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials.

Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

ISR International School on the Rhine is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all our students, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices according to international standards. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and international child protection authorities; safeguarding-related questions will be asked throughout this appointment process. 

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information. 

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools. 

Head of School – HD Beijing

The first of the HD Schools opened in August 2014 in the city of Ningbo, and the group now also comprises of schools in Shanghai, Beijing, Qingdao and Nanjing. The group is leading the way in what it believes to be one of the most exciting educational projects of our time – its unique mission is cultivating globally-fluent Chinese who lead, innovate and impact. HD Schools is respectful of the need for academic rigour, but also recognises that education is broader than this: so it provides opportunities for students to develop new skills and interests outside the core academic curriculum in a happy, creative environment where critical thinking is nurtured. HD Schools offers a broad, balanced, and caring character-developing approach.

HD Schools is now seeking to enhance and evolve its curriculum structure to foster a more comprehensive, vibrant, and innovative educational experience, moving from the current exam-centric model to one that embraces truly personalized learning and a holistic educational approach. Starting from September 2023 at the historic Ningbo campus, the first US four-year high school program was launched, with the Beijing Secondary campus introducing the same program in September 2024. The US curriculum will include both the school’s standard curriculum and Advanced Placement (AP) options.

The role will suit a kind and charismatic leader, experienced in the US system and international education, who shares HD Schools’ belief in innovative, bilingual-bicultural education, and who can deliver on a transformative journey that offers holistic education as a core value. The Head of School will work in partnership with the Chief Academic Officers and the Board in realizing HD Schools’ mission through forward-looking and inspiring educational leadership of the highest caliber.

Further information can be found within the candidate brief.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about the role with Hannah Green, International Appointments Consultant, please contact hannahgreen@rsacademics.com with a copy of your CV/Résumé.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 13 March 2025 at 10:00 UK / 18:00 China.

Applications for this role will be considered as they are received and there will not be a fixed applications window. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, CV/résumé, and completed data sharing agreement. Please click the Apply Now link on the right side of this page. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

HD Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS (or equivalent) is required.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

Founding Principal – VIBGYOR World Academy Bhopal

VIBGYOR Group of Schools, one of India’s leading K-12 school groups, is seeking a Founding Principal for its World Academy in Bhopal. VIBGYOR is highly regarded for its innovative and forward-thinking approaches to curriculum and pedagogy and the VIBGYOR World Academy schools – schools will open in Bhopal and Nagpur in 2025 – will be an important strategic development for the group.

Established in 2004, VIBGYOR has been a trend-setter in India, fostering academic excellence through a genuinely holistic education based on best practice from education systems worldwide. Its approach draws heavily on liberal arts traditions, with a strong focus on technology, student well-being and inclusion.

VIBGYOR has two established K-12 brands that encompass 36 schools: the all-Indian VIBGYOR Roots and Rise schools, and the VIBGYOR Kids and High schools, which offer the option of a Cambridge pathway leading to IGCSEs and A-levels. The new World Academy schools will be premium international schools, with excellent academic facilities, integrated technology, high-level programmes in the arts and sports, and a focus on innovation. They will be Cambridge International Examinations schools from the primary years on, but with the bespoke VIBGYOR curriculum alongside, tailored for a more international context and designed to prepare students for life. Students will have the opportunity to pursue higher education in India or explore international options.

The first two World Academy schools will open in the academic year 2025-26, initially with K-grade 5 and an anticipated initial intake of 230. Both schools are expected to expand by adding a grade each year, up to a capacity of 1,200-1,500. While they will open as Cambridge schools, VIBGYOR may consider other curriculum options as the schools evolve. Like other Principals in the group, the two international Principals will have a high level of autonomy in leading their own schools, supported by a well-resourced central infrastructure.

With the demand for international schools expected to grow dramatically in India, and numerous new schools being planned to meet this demand, the VIBGYOR opportunity offers something different: the chance to develop a new international school within a well-established and well-resourced group, known for its quality and for innovation. For candidates, this offers the excitement of being part of the development of a new market but within a more secure context.

The position will suit candidates who have the instincts for founding in a largely untested environment. This will require an adventurous spirit, combined with a deep understanding of and commitment to the fundamental elements of a high-quality international school serving a national audience. The successful candidate will combine vision with an eye for the detail of what makes a good school function well; they will be enthusiastic about the big picture, but have no hesitation engaging with the practical aspects of founding a school. They will be excited by the possibilities of India, possess a high degree of cultural curiosity and adaptability, and value being part of an established group. Experience of primary leadership within a whole school environment, and preferably of building beyond the primary level, will be an advantage.

VIBGYOR is committed to offering a competitive package. Start date will depend on the circumstances of candidates, but the in time for the school’s 2025 opening.

Note: The candidate information accompanying this announcement is for the Founding Principal opportunities in Bhopal and Nagpur. The VIBGYOR World Academy Nagpur Principal has been appointed. Applications are therefore being sought only for VIBGYOR World Academy Bhopal.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about the role with Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search or Keith Clark, Head of International Leadership Appointments, please contact jeansullivan@rsacademics.com.

Applications for this role will be considered as they are received and there will not be a fixed applications window. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, CV/résumé, and completed data sharing agreement. Please click the Apply Now link on the right side of this page. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

Should you have any queries relating to submission of your application, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

VIBGYOR is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding and child protection issues will be discussed throughout the appointment process and candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, as well as criminal record and social media checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

Head of School – ACS International School Doha

ACS Doha is highly distinctive in the landscape of schools in Qatar: an American International IB Continuum school on an outstanding new campus. The school has recently become part of Artemis Education and the Head of School position is an excellent opportunity to lead ACS Doha in a new phase of its development. The new Head of School will require the vision and experience to sharpen the school’s identity as a true American community school, reinvigorate its offer, strengthen its reputation as a warm and inclusive community, and support it to become one of the leading schools in Qatar and a model for American international education globally.

ACS Doha is a pre-K-12 school, currently of 980 students, with scope for significant expansion in its new home.

The Head of School will be responsible for blending ACS Doha’s existing distinctiveness with the Artemis Promise and approach, which emphasise academic excellence, the development of the whole child, social and environmental responsibility, and a genuine community commitment. Artemis schools integrate their own context-specific curricula, while the Artemis Experience is a framework to ensure that the extracurricular programme and community engagement are a core part of the learning experience. Every Artemis school is deliberately shaped to reflect its local context and culture, supporting the concept of the community itself as a classroom.

ACS Doha’s impressive new campus also provides a great opportunity for the school and its leadership. The campus represents a move away from more traditional institutional layouts to an active, inclusive and practical home that can support innovative thinking and rigorous learning. The campus is a landmark in school design and is already making ACS Doha stand out in Qatar. Making full use of all the campus has to offer will be an important part of the school’s continuing transformation.

This position is a chance for an inspiring, creative and driven Head to reinvigorate all aspects of ACS Doha, to make it a place where a love of learning, fun, challenge and high standards are all part of daily life, and to cultivate a strong sense of purpose. Candidates should have the experience to lead the school community towards a greater level of aspiration that can inspire continual improvement in teaching and learning, drive up attainment, and provide a platform for growth.

The position will suit an ambitious and experienced leader who is eager to work in an environment with huge potential and where they can make a significant difference. The successful candidate will require strong experience in US curriculum schools and good IB experience. However, alongside that curriculum experience, they will require something less tangible – a background steeped in the traditions of American education that will enable them to shape a school identity that really does stand out in the competitive Doha environment.

The position is available for August 2025.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about the role with Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search, please contact JeanSullivan@rsacademics.com with a copy of your CV/résumé.

Applications for this role will be considered as they are received and there will not be a fixed applications window. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, CV/résumé, and completed data sharing agreement. Please click the Apply Now link accompanying the announcement of this post on the RSAcademics website. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

Artemis Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As an employee you are expected to share this commitment. The protection of students’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organization. All staff commit to implementing and adhering to the Safeguarding Policy.

Safeguarding and child protection issues will be discussed throughout the appointment process and candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and criminal records and social media checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher – Charterhouse Malaysia

Charterhouse Malaysia was opened in 2021 as a bold new entry into the competitive landscape of international schools in Kuala Lumpur: originally set up as a Sixth Form college, it has evolved into a school for Years 9-13, with the express aim of developing students’ future readiness at its core. Designed with a capacity of 450 students in mind, the school is firmly committed to small class sizes and individual care and mentoring.

Charterhouse Malaysia is part of the rapidly expanding Charterhouse Family of Schools and draws on more than 400 years of educational excellence from Charterhouse in the UK while interpreting that for the context of Malaysia and Southeast Asia. With the current Head, Richard Davidson, moving on to other opportunities beyond Malaysia after five years of dedicated service, and the current Deputy Head, Tom Robinson, retiring, Charterhouse Asia is now seeking two exceptional school leaders to build on their work in establishing this academically successful and inspiring school and guiding it in its next stage of its development.

Charterhouse Malaysia has grown steadily in its first four years. It has developed its distinctive Future Ready approach and its first graduating classes in 2023 and 2024 progressed to top universities in the UK and US. In response to increased enrolment from outside Malaysia, the school has recently opened boarding facilities and is launching additional IGCSE and A-Level courses specifically tailored to this demand in 2025.

The challenge for these two new positions, working alongside other leadership team colleagues, will be to grow the school to its capacity, to ensure that the pioneering Future Ready curriculum continues to prepare students successfully for a fast-changing world, and to ensure the school is true to the Charterhouse traditions of a holistic education and the values of perseverance, responsibility, moral courage, open-mindedness and kindness. Strong foundations are in place, but the school now seeks to consolidate its position as one of the most highly-regarded, successful and distinctive schools in Kuala Lumpur.

The Headteacher will answer to the Managing Director of Charterhouse Asia and the Governing Board and will require a combination of true commitment to innovation, personal charisma, the ability to rapidly build credibility with parents, staff and other stakeholders and the commercial instincts to grow the school in a highly competitive environment. Charterhouse Malaysia is highly ambitious in terms of producing students who are academically well-qualified, but also uniquely well-equipped for life more generally; the Headteacher has the rare opportunity to make a real difference in leading a school that is innovative, bold and focused.

The Deputy Headteacher will lead on academic and pastoral initiatives and will be pivotal to the school’s objective of delivering a holistic education that prepares students for a rapidly evolving future. The Deputy Head will be expected to drive the development and management of an inclusive, nurturing and academically challenging environment, aligned with the school’s values and its commitment to student well-being.

Both positions will be critical in meeting Charterhouse Malaysia’s ambitions and building on the well-deserved reputation it has already gained as a leading academic school in Malaysia. Candidates for both roles should have an excellent track record of success in secondary school leadership in a British curriculum environment. It is likely that the new Headteacher will already be a serving Head, while the Deputy Head will have ambitions for Headship, such that, if successful at Charterhouse Malaysia, he or she may find that opportunity in future Charterhouse Asia schools.

Both opportunities are available for an August 2025 start.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about either role with Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search, please contact JeanSullivan@rsacademics.com with a copy of your CV/résumé.

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 10:00 (UK) / 18:00 (Malaysia) 

Preliminary interviews with RSAcademics may commence before the applications deadline and the school reserves the right to appoint a candidate in advance of the intended timeline; early applications are therefore encouraged. 

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, CV/résumé, and completed data sharing agreement. Please click the relevant Apply Now link. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

For the position of Headteacher: click here to Apply Now

For the position of Deputy Headteacher: click here to Apply Now

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

Charterhouse Malaysia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices according to national and international standards. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and international child protection authorities. Safeguarding and child protection issues will be discussed throughout the appointment process. 

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information. 

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

 

Vice Principal (Academics) – UWC Changshu China

From August 2025

For a visionary senior leader, passionate about making a meaningful impact in education, joining a UWC college offers a very special opportunity. Taking on this role in China – at a time when the future is likely to depend on China’s relations with the rest of the world – elevates the Vice Principal (Academics) position at UWC Changshu to an extraordinary level.

UWC Changshu China was founded in 2015 with the explicit objective of exploring UWC’s mission – to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for a more peaceful and sustainable future – in a Chinese context. The college occupies a stunning campus in the city of Changshu, about 45km from Suzhou and a 90-minute drive from Shanghai. The campus harmoniously blends the natural environment of its lakeside location with world-class learning and living facilities.

UWC Changshu has accomplished a great deal in its first decade. With 630 students across three years – three-quarters enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme and the rest in a one-year Foundation Programme – it stands as one of the largest international boarding schools in Asia, with all students living on campus. The college welcomes students from more than 90 countries, embracing diversity as a core element of UWC’s transformative educational model. At UWC, diversity extends beyond nationality, encompassing a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds, supported by an extensive scholarship program. The college community is further enriched by more than 90 faculty members and 75 support staff.

The Vice Principal will focus on the academic aspects that are integral to life at UWC Changshu. Under the leadership of Principal Simon Head, the college is committed to adopting a more holistic approach to the student experience. The aim is for learning to be experienced as a cohesive whole, supported by more integrated leadership responsibilities. The Vice Principal will be educationally-focused while also eager to collaborate closely with other members of the leadership team.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership, ideally within an IB environment, and a strong interest in curriculum, pedagogy and innovation. They will demonstrate a deep commitment to UWC’s mission and values and a genuine enthusiasm for exploring UWC’s relevance and impact in China, ensuring this is meaningfully integrated into the student experience.

The successful candidate also will embrace the idea that Chinese expectations for academic excellence and an international school’s emphasis on a broad-based education can harmoniously coexist. They will possess the ability to develop a shared educational vision that takes a truly holistic approach to student life and learning.

Additionally, they will be inspired by the opportunity to join a global movement of 18 schools and colleges, supported by a national committee system that selects students from diverse communities and cultures around the world

This position will be ideal for an experienced leader currently serving as a Vice Principal or in an equivalent role, or for someone ready to step up from another senior leadership position. The recruitment process will prioritise candidates who demonstrate not only relevant experience but also creativity, commitment, innovation, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of – and enthusiasm for – the transformative potential of a UWC education.

The position is available from August 2025.

For a preliminary, confidential conversation about the role with Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search, please contact JeanSullivan@rsacademics.com with a copy of your CV/résumé.

The deadline for applications is Friday 21 February 2025 at 10:00 (UK) / 18:00 (China)

Preliminary interviews with RSAcademics may commence before the applications deadline and the school reserves the right to appoint a candidate in advance of the intended timeline; early applications are therefore encouraged.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, CV/résumé, and completed data sharing agreement. Please click the Apply Now link on the right side of this page. You will be taken to an online portal where you will be able to download the application materials. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application. Guidance on the letter of application can be found in the candidate information. Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered.

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44(0)1858 383163.

 

UWC Changshu is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and reference and social media checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.

Safeguarding and child protection issues will be discussed throughout the appointment process.

The school is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We actively encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

 

Group Education Position

The position will work with the group’s schools to develop best practice and consistency in pursuit of academic rigour and to ensure that the group is at the forefront of integrating digital technologies into teaching and learning. The aim will be a shared strategic direction that can embrace the distinctive profile of each school and its demographic whilst delivering a consistent approach across the schools group. 

The position will suit a senior leader with a track record of success in the leadership of teaching and learning and a keen interest in keeping abreast of latest thinking in pedagogy, curriculum and education technology. The successful candidate will require the experience and credibility to work successfully with the schools, their principals and other key senior leaders, and the organisational intelligence to understand how to work effectively in a group environment.

 If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Jean Sullivan at JeanSullivan@rsacademics.com, attaching a copy of your CV. 

NB: This is not a UK-based role.