Headteacher of The British Section - Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle de Londres

The Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle de Londres, one of Europe's leading international schools, is seeking to appoint an outstanding and experienced leader as Headteacher of its British section for September 2026 or January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing academic section within a uniquely bilingual and bicultural environment, delivering the British curriculum alongside the French national system. The Headteacher will ensure alignment with both UK educational standards and the French Lycée system, fostering excellence, inclusion, and international-mindedness.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the section's strategic development in partnership with whole-school priorities

• Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in line with UK statutory guidance

• Managing the British examinations centre in line with JCQ and Cambridge regulations

• Overseeing curriculum design, delivery, and assessment

• Staff leadership and development

• Operational and financial management

Essential:

• QTS (or equivalent)

• A good honours degree

• Extensive SLT experience within a secondary school environment

• Strong knowledge and background delivering the British curriculum (GCSE and A level)

• Training to at least Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) level

• A background as a school inspector

• Full fluency in French and English

Desired:

• Direct experience of the French educational system (AEFE, Baccalauréat)

• A background in the independent sector and international environments

• Prior experience as a Headteacher

• A background working effectively across multiple educational systems or frameworks

If you are inspired by the opportunity of leading the British section within a distinctive bilingual and internationally renowned school, please forward your CV and covering letter to or by clicking the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion and candidate information pack, please contact Devra Farhi at for further details.

The deadline for applications is Friday, 15th May, and interviews commence the week of 18th May.

The Lycée is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. Additionally, police clearances will be required for those who have resided outside the UK.