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Primary School Principal (Head of Primary)

Raoul Wallenberg International School (RWIS)

Spain

Job Details

Role Start Date

11 August 2025

Applications Close

21 February 2025

Min. Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Cover Letter

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The Opportunity:

Raoul Wallenberg International School in Palma, Mallorca, is seeking a passionate, organised, and strategic thinker to join our leadership team as Primary School Principal. This is a unique opportunity for a leader who thrives on teamwork and leads by example, helping to build a future-focused, holistic education programme from the ground up in only the second year of the school’s operations.

In this pivotal role, the Principal will take full responsibility for the daily operations and coordination of the primary school, while also playing an integral part in shaping its long-term direction. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Principal will oversee student wellbeing and curriculum development and delivery, lead the team through the RWIS professional development, support, and evaluation program, and ensure the provision of high-quality teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment. This position is ideal for a candidate who is committed to holistic education that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and academic development of all students.

As a two-form entry school with a capacity of approximately 200 students in Years 1 to 6, RWIS offers a nurturing environment of approximately 16 students per class where high levels of differentiations, collaboration and innovation are expected. The Principal will guide a team of classroom teachers, learning assistants and learning support specialists, ensuring the school remains committed to its guiding statements.

Position Scope:

Core Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage teaching and learning, ensuring high educational standards across the Primary division.
- Oversee student life, with responsibility for the welfare, behaviour, and personal development of all students.
- Contribute actively as a member of the School Leadership Team (SLT) to all aspects of school strategic and daily operations.

Leadership and Management:
- Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), which includes the Head of School, Business Operations Manager, Student Life Coordinator, and Curriculum Coordinator.
- Take full responsibility for the daily operations and coordination of the primary school.
- Lead the primary school team, fostering collaboration among classroom teachers and learning support specialists.
- Work closely with the HOS to formulate and periodically review the development plan, strategic objectives, and priorities for the Primary division, including:
- Reviewing and refining policies to support the achievement of these objectives.
- Lead and manage teaching and learning, ensuring high educational standards.
- Oversee pastoral care, with responsibility for the welfare, behaviour, and personal development of all students.
- Monitoring progress and ensuring targets are met.
- Provide professional and personal support to primary school teaching staff, fostering a culture of growth and continuous development.
- Deputise for the HOS as required.

Program Development and Oversight:
- Actively contribute to the development and growth of RWIS’s core programmes, including character education, sustainability initiatives, and performing arts, ensuring they reflect the school’s vision for holistic education.
- Lead the design and implementation of innovative projects and service-learning opportunities that foster student engagement with the local and global community.

Human Resources:
- Line manage all primary school academic staff, with oversight of disciplinary matters.
- Conduct regular appraisals, lesson observations, and review action plans to ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning.
- Use performance management systems to support the professional development of staff.
- Contribute to the recruitment and development of both teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Organise timetables and staff duties to ensure smooth operation and optimal resource allocation.

Resource Management:
- Propose and manage the primary school academic budget, including department budgets, ensuring mission-driven spending and efficient use of resources.
- Plan and manage staffing, timetabling, and other operational needs.

Leader of Learning:
- Promote high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment practices across the primary division.
- Oversee the development, organisation, and implementation of the Early Years & Lower School curriculum, ensuring a cohesive and well-structured learning experience.
- Design and oversee an approach to assessment for learning and assessment of learning, ensuring clear reporting of assessment data, while using a data-driven approach to enhance teaching and learning.
- Incorporate elements of character development, design thinking, or service-learning into teaching practices, serving as a role model for staff in integrating these key areas into classroom instruction.
- Take responsibility for the policies and procedures governing the Primary School curriculum, including teaching, assessment, recording, and reporting.
- Ensure that the curriculum offers individual students a coordinated and comprehensive learning journey, in alignment with the school’s values and standards.
- Ensure appropriate support mechanisms are in place for students of all abilities, identifying and addressing their needs effectively.

Student Life:
- Work with the Student Life Coordinator in the development and implementation of policies and programs focused on the personal, social, and emotional development of students.
- Oversee the induction process for new students, ensuring that appropriate groupings are established.
- Promote positive behaviours and respect among students, fostering a culture of care and kindness.
- Manage the escalation of individual student behavioural concerns, ensuring a restorative approach.
- Communicate effectively with staff and students, ensuring the timely flow of information and addressing concerns as needed.
- Ensure the welfare and well-being of every student, providing a supportive and inclusive environment, using a restorative approach.
- Collaborate with parents, carers, and external agencies as required, providing support to meet individual student needs.

Community Engagement:
- Act as a key authority and point of contact for parents and guardians, ensuring effective communication and fostering a welcoming school environment.
- Promote the participation of the school community in achieving goals and maintaining a respectful, safe learning environment.

Teaching Responsibilities:
In addition to leadership duties, the Primary School Principal will maintain a roughly 50% teaching allotment within the primary division. This may involve:
- Working as a classroom or specialist subject teacher.
- Providing learning support for students requiring additional assistance.
- Acting as an English as an Additional Language (EAL) specialist, supporting multilingual learners.

Note: The job description outlines the primary duties associated with the role but is not an exhaustive list. The post-holder may be required to undertake additional duties as reasonably requested by the HOS.

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