Principal Leadership Opportunity with ISP – Middle East

🌟 Principal Leadership Opportunity with ISP – Middle East 🌍

Are you ready to take on a dynamic leadership challenge? As the International Schools Partnership (ISP) expands across the Middle East, including the UAE and Qatar, we are seeking passionate, forward-thinking Principals to join our global network for the 2025/26 academic year.

This full-time, on-site role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead in one of our innovative schools, contributing to the success of students, staff, and communities in this fast-growing region.

Why Choose ISP?

• Global Impact: Be part of a network that fosters global-mindedness and cultural exchange.
• Commitment to Excellence: Lead within a global organization dedicated to delivering world-class education.
• Innovative Environments: Work in state-of-the-art facilities designed to support progressive teaching and learning.
• Leadership Development: Benefit from tailored professional development to enhance your educational leadership journey.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking experienced leaders with a strong track record in education and a passion for driving student success.

Essential Requirements:

• Recognized leadership qualifications (e.g., MA in Education, NPQ).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• 5+ years as a Principal or 7–10 years in senior leadership roles (e.g., Deputy Head, Vice Principal).
• Proven ability to raise academic standards and deliver outstanding outcomes in external assessments.
• Expertise in developing curricula and preparing students for life beyond school.
• Experience in school growth, including enrolment and retention strategies.
• Strong stakeholder management and community-building skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Working in international schools, particularly in the UAE or Middle East.
• Familiarity with BTEC, IBDP, IBCP, or AP programs.
• Successful accreditation/inspection outcomes (e.g., DSIB, ADEK, QNSA, COBIS, NEASC, BSO).

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
2. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
3. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
4. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
5. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
6. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
7. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
8. Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
9. Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.
10. Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
11. Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
12. Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
13. Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
14. Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively. 

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're eager to make a lasting impact in education and explore leadership opportunities with ISP, apply now to connect with us!

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.