Principal Amstelland International School (AIS)

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Help shape the future of internationally oriented primary education (IGBO)
Amstelland International School (AIS) is seeking an inspiring and collaborative Principal who will lead the school through an important new phase of development with vision, trust and people-centred leadership.
As Principal, you will provide strategic direction to an international school community where high-quality education, inclusion, curiosity and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.
AIS is an international community in which pupils, parents and staff feel recognised, valued and welcomed. The school combines international educational excellence with a strong sense of belonging and offers an education centred on curiosity, inquiry-based
learning, inclusion and global citizenship. With the ambition of becoming a fully authorised IB World School, AIS is embarking on an exciting new stage in its development.

About the Team
AIS benefits from an exceptionally committed and professional team of highly qualified educators. Staff are curious, enterprising and solution-focused. They take ownership, embrace opportunities and actively contribute to the ongoing development of the school.
Knowledge, ideas and successes are openly shared, and collaboration forms the foundation for innovation and educational excellence.
Key Areas of Focus for the New Principal

• Providing strategic leadership for the continued development of the school.
• Leading key developments, including the implementation of the IB programme, the further expansion of the educational offer and future accommodation and facilities planning.
• Safeguarding and strengthening the warm, inclusive and international culture of AIS.
• Enabling the growth and development of pupils, staff and the wider school community.
• Providing stability, clarity and consistency, particularly during periods of change and in complex situations.
• Actively contributing to the strengthening and further development of a seamless educational pathway between Internationally Oriented Primary Education (IGBO) and Internationally Oriented Secondary Education (IGVO). This includes working closely with secondary
  education partners and other relevant stakeholders to create a coherent international educational provision and ensure smooth transitions for pupils.

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Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a leader who is able to bring people together and who leads from a foundation of trust. You provide clear direction while respecting the professional autonomy of staff. You understand that sustainable school improvement is built on strong relationships,
shared ownership and a collective sense of purpose.
You are:

• Inspirational and committed to continuous development.
• Visible, approachable and accessible.
• People-centred, empathetic and trustworthy.
• Strategically minded whilst remaining practical and action-oriented.
• Curious and reflective.
• Culturally aware and internationally minded.
• Decisive and dependable.
• An excellent communicator in both Dutch and English.
• A collaborative leader who looks beyond the boundaries of the school and recognises opportunities to strengthen partnerships between primary and secondary education.

 What Will You Bring?

• Proven experience as a Principal, Principal or senior educational leader with overall responsibility.
• Experience of strategic school improvement and organisational development.
• Experience of educational innovation and leading change.
• Experience in developing, coaching and supporting professional teams.
• Experience within an international, multicultural or multilingual educational environment.
• Knowledge of inquiry-based learning and affinity with the IB philosophy.
• Experience of IB implementation would be a significant advantage.
• Experience of working effectively with parents, governing bodies and external partners.
• A proven track record in developing and sustaining a safe, inclusive and learning-focused culture.
• Excellent command of both Dutch and English.

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Recruitment Process
 
Applications for this unique opportunity should be submitted no later than
25 November 2026 to s.vanstelten@sgamnis.nl. If you would like further information, a comprehensive candidate profile is available upon request.
The first round of interviews is expected to take place on 2 or 3 December 2026.