Head / Pedagogical Director

TES FE News; Neuss; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international early years education institution is seeking a Head/Pedagogical Director to lead a thriving Kindergarten in Neuss, Germany. The ideal candidate will have strong pedagogical leadership experience, preferably in international settings, and excellent communication skills. The role involves managing daily operations and engaging with the community to enhance the Kindergarten's reputation. A competitive compensation package is offered, and the position starts in April 2026.

Qualifikationen

• Strong record in Early Years pedagogical leadership.
• Experience in international settings preferred.
• Alignment with ISR ethos and values.

Aufgaben

• Lead teaching and learning in Kindergarten.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Kindergarten.
• Enhance public image and community presence.

Kenntnisse

Pedagogical leadership

Outstanding communication skills

Ability to work closely with colleagues

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

ISR International School on the Rhine is seeking an Early Years specialist with maturity and commitment, a strong record of pedagogical leadership, and most likely with international experience (although candidates coming out of national systems, the UK in particular, may be appropriate if they can demonstrate the mindset and personality for a role in such an international environment). The incoming Head/Pedagogical Director will lead teaching and learning, as well as the day-to-day running, of a thriving Kindergarten of 110 pupils in a high-achieving, academically focused school.

ISR is distinctive among European international schools and focuses on academic achievement, preparing students for admission to top universities worldwide, and producing multilingual students with critical thinking, logical reasoning, and a love of learning. The school aims to be outward-facing and focused on being active and responsible global citizens, with results well above German and global averages.

Responsibilities

The Head/Pedagogical Director will provide the strong and clear leadership required to enable the Kindergarten to maintain and build its profile in Düsseldorf. This includes leadership of teaching and learning and the day-to-day running of the Kindergarten, and it will be essential for admissions to the Kindergarten and for the seamless transition to the elementary schools when the Düsseldorf campus opens. The role will require engaging more widely in the community to enhance the Kindergarten’s public image and presence.

Qualifications

• Strong record of pedagogical leadership in Early Years.
• Experience from international settings preferred; candidates from national systems (e.g., the UK) may be appropriate if they can demonstrate the mindset and personality for an international environment.
• Outstanding communication skills; outward-facing; ability to work closely with colleagues including the CEO; alignment with ISR ethos and values such as “It’s Cool to Be Good” and “Great Minds – Strong Characters.”

Compensation and Start Date

ISR will offer a highly competitive package. The position is to start April 2026 (or earlier).

How to Apply

For a preliminary, confidential conversation with Jean Sullivan, Head of International Search, please contact [e-mail] with a copy of your CV/résumé. For further detailed candidate information about the role and to apply, please visit rsacademics.com.

Closing date: Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 10:00 (UK) / 11:00 (Germany). Preliminary interviews with RSAcademics may commence before the application deadline, and the school reserves the right to appoint a candidate in advance of the intended timeline; early applications are therefore encouraged.

Safeguarding

ISR International School on the Rhine is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all our students, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices according to international standards. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and international child protection authorities; safeguarding-related questions will be asked throughout this appointment process. The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information brochure.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.