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- Work mode
- On-site, Spain
- Experience
- Senior level
- Education
- University degree



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Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- 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.
Nice to have
- International school or multi-curriculum leadership experience, or relevant postgraduate leadership study.
- A track record of school improvement, growth, turnaround, inspection or accreditation success.
The role
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 global 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.
What you'll do
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hiring process
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.
About Globeducate
Globeducate is a global network of private educational institutions, operating over 60 schools and campuses across more than 15 countries, including prestigious bilingual and international schools in Spain, France, the UK, and beyond. The group offers a full educational pathway from early years through to university preparation, with a strong focus on bilingual education (English, French, and Spanish) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme.
In Spain, Globeducate runs a network of well-established private schools, including Colegio Manuel Peleteiro in Santiago de Compostela and other campuses in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia. The group actively recruits international teaching staff, offering roles in admissions, maintenance, and academic positions, and provides a multicultural, multilingual working environment that is attractive to professionals relocating to Spain.
- Industry
- Education
- Founded
- 1967
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- London, UK
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Santiago de Compostela
Good to know if you are moving
- Globeducate actively recruits international teachers, and many of its Spanish schools offer support with visa and relocation processes.
- The group operates bilingual schools (English-Spanish, English-French), which is a strong fit for international educators.
- Positions in Spain are often tied to the academic calendar, with contracts typically starting in September.
- The group's Spanish schools are concentrated in Madrid, Barcelona, and Santiago de Compostela.
- Working language in many of its schools is English, making it accessible for non-Spanish-speaking staff.
In their own words
Additional information
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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