Principal, The British International School of Charlotte

PRINCIPAL, BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE

Nord Anglia Education is seeking an inspiring leader to shape the future of the British International School of Charlotte—a small, warm, and vibrant community where inclusivity, academic excellence, and personalised learning empower every child to thrive.

You can download the job description here.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Founded in 2004, The British International School of Charlotte is an ambitious, fast growing, independent private school situated in the beautiful Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina. We challenge and inspire children from the ages of 18 months through to 18 years of age with a creative blend of the English National Curriculum and the International Primary and Middle Years Curriculum, leading to International GCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Our school is located close to the city of Charlotte, with mountains on one side and the coastline on the other, all within a short drive, making Charlotte a launch pad to explore all that the US has to offer.  As a diverse but small international community of around 230 students, we are able to truly personalize learning so that every student can achieve ambitious goals.

As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, you’ll lead with global reach and local impact. Our unique collaborations with Juilliard, MIT, UNICEF and King’s College London, along with access to our Global Campus, create extraordinary opportunities for students and staff alike.

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 including an annual senior leadership conference.
- 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 and/or IB curriculum and post-16 education, and a passion for inspiring high-performing teams. You understand how to balance educational excellence with commercial performance, and you’re confident 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. In addition, you’ll bring a strong commitment to inclusive education, with proven experience in leading provision for students with diverse learning needs.

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: 30th November 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026

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.