Head of School

This role will be located in a school in Mexico; it is not remote As International Schools Partnership increases its presence across Mexico , we are seeking Principals, Aspiring Principals, and Senior Leaders with strong K-12 experience and a track record of driving whole-school improvement. This is an opportunity for leaders who are passionate about Academic Excellence and who bring an operational and commercially minded approach to running high-quality schools. Join a global network committed to empowering school leaders, encouraging innovation, and positively shaping learning communities throughout Mexico. About International Schools Partnership International Schools Partnership is a leading and growing group of 114 private international schools operating in 25 countries and educating over 92,500 students worldwide. Our role is to support and enable our schools to become the schools of choice in their local communities and the global education sector. We strive to grow schools renowned for setting new standards of excellence in education, cultivating future-ready students and enriching the communities they serve. Why choose International Schools Partnership to be your career of choice? Global Outlook: Lead in an environment that promotes cultural awareness and international collaboration. Commitment to Excellence: Join a group dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and learning. Modern Learning Environments: Work in innovative and well-resourced facilities designed for progressive education. Leadership Growth: Benefit from continuous professional development and global leadership pathways. Purpose of Role The Principal leads with vision and integrity, fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive school culture where learning thrives. By working collaboratively with their team, parents, and the wider International Schools Partnership network, they position the school as a “School of Choice” that delivers exceptional learning experiences and outcomes, translating into increased enrolment growth and higher student retention. Their responsibilities span safeguarding, driving teaching quality through evidence-based improvement, strategic planning, community engagement, and commercial performance. Parents/carers and students recognise and endorse the school for academic excellence, and teachers’ professional learning and development thrives under their stewardship of the school. The Principal reports to the Regional Managing Director (RMD). Key Responsibilities All sections are weighted equally at 25% from a performance perspective. People Development and Wellbeing Student Learning Outcomes Grow Community and Deliver Exceptional Customer Service and Experience Commercial Success Key Skills Strategic planning Educational leadership Safeguarding and Child Protection management Inclusive leadership Emotional intelligence Building community Stakeholder engagement Team development Performance management Engaging communication Data-driven decision-making Marketing insights Financial acumen Change management Collaborative mindset Commitment to Safeguarding Principles International Schools Partnership 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 and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging International Schools Partnership is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, 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 International Schools Partnership through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.