Principal – Aalesund International School, Norway
Aalesund International School (AaIS)
Norway
- Expired
- Salary:
- Attractive salary and benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2022
- Apply by:
- 7 February 2022
Job overview
Aalesund International School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Principal for August 2022 to lead this school through the next exciting stage in its development.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified senior leaders to promote and develop the school through its successful IB Primary and Middle Years programmes.
With a current enrolment of 100 from ages 6-15, students are drawn from the international and local communities, and follow the IB Primary and Middle Years Programmes. Aalesund International School is a vibrant, young and growing school and is currently welcoming new students.
Located in a suburb of the municipality of Ålesund on the west coast of Norway, Aalesund International School offers an attractive salary and package including pension support, healthcare, relocation support and schooling for dependents.
How to Apply
Aalesund International School is being supported by Compass Education Consultancy to appoint its new Principal. To arrange an initial discussion and receive a candidate pack, please contact Kathryn Kirk and Kevin Page at Compass Education Consultancy: aais@compassteaching.com
Further information can be found in the candidate pack or on the School website www.aais.no or www.compassteaching.com
The deadline for applications is 7 February 2022 and interested candidates are invited to submit:
- A letter of application (no more than one page) briefly outlining motivation to apply for this position and what specific skills, qualities and experience they can offer
- A statement of educational and leadership philosophy (no more than one page)
- A CV of no more than two pages
- The names and full contact details of at least three professional referees (one of whom should, if possible, be the leader of the applicant’s current organisation)
Start date: August 2022
Contract type: Full time
Salary: Attractive salary and benefits
Contract term: Permanent
Compass Education Consultancy and Aalesund International School are committed to child safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children through safer recruitment. Appointment will be subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks.
About Aalesund International School (AaIS)
Aalesund International School (AaIS) is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational all-through school in Norway, serving students from the age of 5-15. The all-through school is situated in Aalesund.
Aalesund International School opened in 2012 after a recognised need in the local area for a school to serve the growing international community. It is divided into a Primary and Middle school, with students being taught in English and Norwegian. Students are taught from the International Baccalaureate Programme. Facilities include a swimming pool, sports grounds and a library.
Principal
Kristen Carulli
Values and vision
Aalesund International School wants to provide all students with an outstanding education where they will acquire the skills, knowledge and experience to go on to lead successful and fulfilling lives. The all-through school works to nurture students intellectually, physically and personally so that they develop as responsible, caring, global citizens, who will give back to the local and wider community. The school wants all pupils to feel valued and cared for during their time learning and celebrates its diverse international community, ensuring that all members are treated with the same level of respect, regardless of their differences, backgrounds or beliefs. Pupils are encouraged to voice their opinions and have the opportunity to apply to become a member of the School Council, where they have a say in the running of their school, while at the same time practicing skills in leadership, teamwork and learning about democracy. Students have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of extra curricular activities, including swimming, school trips and drama productions.
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