Staff recruitment

REQUIRED FOR LATE AUGUST 2026

HEAD OF PRIMARY  

Closing date: 4 January 2026

The British Section of the Lycée International is recruiting a Head of Primary to succeed Ms Susan Woodward on her retirement in August 2026, following fourteen years of dedicated service. This is a senior role requiring strategic leadership, strong pedagogical expertise and the ability to operate confidently within a complex international environment.

The British Section is the largest of 14 International sections forming the Lycée International Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Founded by General Eisenhower in 1952, the Lycée International is now one of the most successful and respected schools in France and has recently undergone a €73 million renovation and redevelopment funded by the French state.

The Head of Primary is responsible for defining and delivering the British Section’s vision for Early Years and Primary education, ensuring consistently high standards and excellent pupil outcomes. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder contributes to whole-section strategy and leads with integrity, clarity and ambition for every child.

If you are interested in this post and have relevant experience and qualifications, please complete and return the application form together with a letter of motivation of not more than two sides of A4 (font size 12) to the Director, James Cathcart, at recruitment@britishsection.fr by 4 January 2026.

Full details of the post and the application form can be found below.

Relocation assistance will be provided.

The British Section is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers.