Principal, The British International School Budapest

Join Nord Anglia Education in shaping a world-class future for students as the next Principal of the British International School Budapest. To see further details download the candidate pack here.

The School

The British International School, Budapest is situated in a purpose-built facility in the heart of the city’s leafy 3rd district and caters to a richly diverse population of students. Our modern campus sits beside a golf course, just a stone's throw away from the Danube and city centre. 

Firmly established as a school of choice in Budapest, we pride ourselves on our academic excellence and inclusive community. Our talented students consistently achieve outstanding results with an average IBDP score of 34.4 in 2025 and 21% of students scoring 40 points or higher. We offer a cutting-edge curriculum enriched by collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School New York. With state-of-the-art facilities including five science labs and a vibrant multicultural community, our motivated students thrive in an environment that fosters active service and leadership.

We are the only school in Hungary to be accredited by the UK Department of Education as a British School Overseas. Our BSO accreditation assures our community that our school meets the rigorous standards of leading UK independent schools, providing confidence in the quality, care, and outcomes we deliver.

Why lead with Nord Anglia?

At Nord Anglia, the Principal is central to each school’s success. We carefully match leaders to the unique character and needs of each school, ensuring you’re set up to thrive. You’ll have the autonomy to lead your school your way, while operating within a clear framework of expectations that drive excellence across student outcomes, financial performance, marketing, and stakeholder engagement.

This transparency of purpose is a strength: you’ll know exactly what success looks like and be supported to achieve it. You’ll be part of our global senior leadership team, collaborating with fellow Principals in your region and across our network to share best practice and elevate your school’s offer.

From day one, you’ll benefit from:

• Regional support teams and peer networks.
• The Principal In Role Support (PIRS) programme, including knowledge and support alongside other new Principals. executive coaching and peer to peer mentoring.
• Extensive professional development via Nord Anglia University, including leadership programmes, global conferences, and tailored learning pathways.
• Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, health insurance, accommodation, and schooling for your children.
• The possibility of career progression across school, regional and global leadership roles.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking a visionary and strategic leader with a strong track record in school leadership, ideally within an international context. You’ll bring deep experience with the UK curriculum, and a passion for inspiring high-performing teams. You’ll understand how to balance educational excellence with commercial performance, and have confidence in using data to drive improvement and meet clear KPIs across academics, finance, marketing, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, global environment, contributing to the wider success of Nord Anglia Education while leading your school with clarity, purpose, and ambition.

How to apply

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about education and have the skills and experience to make a significant impact on our students and school community.

To apply for this role, please include a CV and letter of application.

Start Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: 12th October 2025

Interviews: TBC

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all races, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.