Chief Operating Officer

British International School Riyadh (BISR) | Saudi Arabia

2,947 students | 7 Campuses | 3-18 | Co-ed | Day

commence November 2025

BISR is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, seven-campus, co-educational school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The school has provided high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979 and is accredited by CIS and as a British School Overseas (BSO). The school’s original campus, the Al Hamra Primary and Senior School campus is located next to Al Hamra Oasis Village Compound. The Primary and Senior School DQ campus is located in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter. The Al Sharq FS/KS1 campus is located on the Al Sharq Village compound, In addition to the campuses in Riyadh, Al Saqr, Tabuk and Taif Primary schools, a short flight away, are part of the BISR family. In August 2025, Al Waha, their brand new, purpose-built school will open as the new home to the majority of their current Al Hamra students, and Al Hamra will be renovated in line with their new BISR schools to operate as a primary school. The Board of Governors and Director of Schools are seeking to appoint a highly experienced, strategic and quality-focused Chief Operating Officer. This key role will ensure the efficient and effective day-to-day and long-term operational management of the school, in full compliance with local and international standards. The role involves leading strategic planning, resource management, infrastructure, compliance, and operational execution to support a high-quality educational environment. READ MORE

Head of Sixth Form (Assistant Head - Years 12 & 13)

Charterhouse Lagos | Nigeria

5-18 | Coeducational | Day & Boarding

for January 2026

Charterhouse Lagos opened in September 2024 and is setting a new standard in education provision in Nigeria and West Africa. With world-class facilities and a focus on excellence, they are creating students with a passion for learning, for excellence and for leadership. Charterhouse Lagos belongs to the Charterhouse family of schools, one of the most prestigious and historic names in British independent education. The Board of Charterhouse Lagos is seeking a Head of Sixth Form who will lead the development and successful launch of the Sixth Form, ensuring that it offers academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and outstanding university and career guidance. As a key member of the Secondary School Leadership Team, the post holder will be instrumental in curriculum planning, staff and student recruitment, student leadership, and higher education preparation, while also overseeing examinations and pastoral provision for Sixth Form students. In September 2026, Charterhouse Lagos will welcome its first Year 12 cohort, expanding to Years 12 and 13 in September 2027. The Head of Sixth Form will be responsible for preparing for this launch while supporting the growth of the school’s existing Secondary phase (Years 7-10). READ MORE

Founding Principal

Willow Academy | Karachi, Pakistan

15 months -18 years | Coeducational | Day

commence June/July 2025

Willow Academy, opening in August 2025, will be an innovative, future-focused school that reimagines education for the 21st century. Rooted in the principles of experiential learning, sustainability, and interdisciplinary study, Willow Academy is designed to foster a love of learning, critical thinking, and global citizenship. The driving idea behind Willow Academy is to transcend the conventional notion of a school. More than just a state-of-the-art facility, Willow Academy will embody a holistic program that inspires students to evolve into dynamic thinkers, collaborative creators, and driven learners,  propelling them toward extraordinary futures. Located in Karachi, Pakistan, Willow Academy will serve a growing community of families seeking a progressive, inquiry-based education that blends academic excellence with holistic development. Inspired by the Forest School and Green School movements, Willow Academy will integrate nature, technology, and design thinking into a dynamic learning experience. The Board of Governors is seeking to appoint a Founding Principal to commence as soon as possible, to lead the successful launch, growth and development of the new school. The successful candidate will be a visionary and inspirational leader, with a specialism in early years and primary education. Please contact sophie@lsceducation.com for more information.

International Director - China

Sutton Valence School | Kent, UK

2-18 years | Coeducational | Day & Boarding

To commence: As soon as available

Sutton Valence School, founded in 1576 and spread across two rural sites in the heart of the Kent countryside in the UK, is one of the UK's leading independent schools. It is a co-educational, day and boarding school for pupils ages 2 to 18. Its sister school, HIKSVS International School, founded in August 2017, is a leading co-educational British curriculum day school in Tianjin, China. HIKSVS’s founder and Chair of Governors is Old Suttonian Karl Yin. His understanding of Sutton Valence School and its educational philosophy has been the driving force behind HIKSVS’s success. The Board of HIKSVS International School is seeking to appoint an experienced International Director - China. The role, based in the UK (working remotely) but with substantial travel to China, will work closely with the Board and both schools' leadership to oversee educational quality assurance, curriculum development, and strategic alignment between HIKSVS International School Tianjin and Sutton Valence School. READ MORE

Founding Principal

Wunti Montessori Academy | Bauchi State, Nigeria

3 -11 years | Co-ed | Day

commence June/July 2025

The new Wunti Montessori Academy will be opening in Bauchi State, Nigeria in August 2025. The school is designed to provide an excellent education for boys and girls aged 3 to 11 in Bauchi, who, for many, currently have no access to education. Set in the heart of the town, the aim is to make the school as accessible as possible. The school will benefit from excellent, newly built facilities including 18 classrooms, science laboratories, art facilities, a library and outdoor space. Opening with Kindergarten and Primary 1, the school will start small, to build strong foundations for continued growth. The school is a new initiative led by The Wunti Al-Khair Foundation, dedicated to driving impactful change in Nigeria, which has successfully transformed the lives of thousands through its commitment to quality education, accessible healthcare, economic empowerment, and community development in Bauchi State and Nigeria. READ MORE. 

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