The OPPORTUNITY BBIS Berlin Brand enburg International School is seeking an inspiring, collaborative and highly organised Deputy Primary School Principal to join our vibrant, internationally minded learning community.
Located between Berlin and Potsdam, BBIS brings together students, families and educators from more than 60 countries. Our community is shaped by diversity, curiosity, compassion and a shared commitment to ensuring that every student is known, valued and supported.
As we implement our Strategic Plan 2026–2028, we are looking for a Deputy Principal who combines a deep understanding of children and learning with strong organisational skills, emotional intelligence and a forward-thinking approach to leadership.
PURPOSE Working in close partnership with the Primary Principal, the Deputy Primary School Principal supports the educational leadership, student experience and effective daily operation of the Primary School.
The position has particular responsibility for student support and wellbeing, supporting the implementation of our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), promoting a positive and engaging student life, and overseeing the day-to-day organisation of the Primary School.
Through these responsibilities, the Deputy Principal helps create the conditions in which students flourish, educators focus on high-quality teaching and learning, and families feel connected to a caring and responsive school community.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES
EDUCATIONAL AND STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Work collaboratively with the Primary Principal to support the implementation of the BBIS mission, learning principles and Strategic Plan 2026–2028
Contribute to a positive, inclusive and learning-focused culture that values relationships, collaboration, international mindedness and professional accountability.
Support the Primary Principal and PYP Coordinator in strengthening teaching and learning, student agency and inquiry-based educational practices
Use student learning data, assessment evidence, educational research and professional reflection to inform instructional practices, monitor progress and contribute to school improvement
Encourage creativity, innovation and future thinking, helping the school anticipate and respond to the evolving needs of learners, educators and the international school landscape
Support relevant IB, CIS and MSA accreditation and evaluation processes
STUDENT SUPPORT, MTSS, WELLBEING AND SAFEGUARDING
The Deputy Principal takes an active leadership role in student support services, promoting wellbeing and strengthening inclusive practices across the Primary School.
Support the day-to-day implementation of MTSS within the Primary School, working collaboratively with Student Support Services and under the overall leadership of the Primary Principal
Work closely with learning support specialists, EAL teachers, the counsellor, classroom teachers and Learning Assistants to ensure coordinated and responsive support for students
Understand student support processes, including the identification of student needs, planning and monitoring interventions, reviewing individual learning and wellbeing plans, and ensuring appropriate follow-up
Participate in student support meetings and facilitate effective communication and collaboration among teachers, families and relevant specialists.
Lead day-to-day pastoral responses to student wellbeing and behavioural concerns, promoting restorative practices and developmentally appropriate approaches to behaviour
Support the development and consistent implementation of positive behaviour expectations and practices across the Primary School
Serve as an active member of the BBIS Safeguarding Team, contributing to the implementation and review of safeguarding policies and procedures and ensuring that concerns are appropriately identified, documented, reported and escalated
Promote a strong…