School Principal for New International Public School in Kalundborg

Om jobbet

Seize this unique opportunity and become the head of one of the country’s first international public schools.

New International Public School in Kalundborg Municipality

The City Council of Kalundborg has decided to establish a new international public school. This school is not only a significant political decision but also a strategic investment aimed at supporting our large international companies and creating new opportunities for families in Kalundborg Municipality.

Kalundborg Municipality is a central hub for research, innovation, and production in biotechnology and is home to some of the largest global companies in the STEM field. The municipality has seen an increase in international families moving to the region for work, which has led to a growing need for a school offering for children of different nationalities. For international families, the establishment of an international public school will provide a high-quality education option, where their children will be taught in both Danish and English. The school primarily caters to children of foreign employees from local companies, but Danish students from Kalundborg Municipality may also be admitted if spaces are available.

The school will be established as an independent institution with its own leadership and board but will be located in an existing building connected to Herredsåsen School in Kalundborg. The two schools will share facilities such as specialized classrooms for subjects such as science, art, sports and as well as the library, and there will be close cooperation between the schools at the student, staff, and leadership levels.

The school will be established in accordance with the law on municipal international primary schools (KIG-law) and will operate with a bilingual program offering both Danish and Cambridge-certified English instruction.

The new international public school in Kalundborg is not just an educational institution but a strategic investment. It is a key part of Kalundborg Municipality's development strategy, supporting the area's growth and recruitment efforts. The school will play a crucial role in the future of the municipality by meeting the demand for high-quality education in a growing and dynamic Kalundborg.

As the school principal, you will lead the school’s development toward its opening in August 2025 and beyond, as the school grows and evolves. Part of this responsibility includes recruiting skilled and dedicated teachers and pedagogues and helping to establish a board. The school’s establishment will take place in collaboration with project managers and consultants, who will assist in the development phase. From August 2025, the school’s operation and continued development will be carried out in cooperation with the school’s board.

You will be creating something entirely new. The school will have many external stakeholders and will receive significant attention from citizens, businesses, and municipal partners. Therefore, as a leader, you need to be outgoing and comfortable building and developing relationships outside of the school. The school is international, and this should be reflected in its leadership and staff.

Your tasks will include:

• Establishing and implementing the school in accordance with the KIG-law
• Collaborating with local stakeholders, including companies, organizations, and other institutions
• Promoting the school
• Parent collaboration
• Ensuring the school meets the requirements for Cambridge certification
• Participating in CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) training

Read more in the job and profile description : Job- og personprofil (engelsk)

Din profil

Your Personal and Professional Profile

You are innovative and have a visionary approach to leadership. You are outgoing and thrive on establishing and developing relationships both within and outside the school. You inspire others, have strong communication skills, and can help give the school a strong profile. You have a global mindset and previous experience in an international school environment.

You are proficient in English and can communicate professionally both in writing and speech. You can lead in an international environment where not only language but also culture plays a significant role.

Your educational background may be in education or other relevant fields. Additionally, you either have leadership training or are interested in obtaining it. It is an advantage if you have experience and knowledge of Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Derfor skal du vælge os

As the school principal, you will report directly to Michael Gravesen, the Director of Children and Youth Services, and will be part of an established and collaborative leadership group for the entire school system in Kalundborg Municipality, which includes 16 other school principals.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår

Salary and Employment Conditions

The position is on a contractual basis with an annual salary of approximately DKK 700,000. Pension is included. Kalundborg Municipality can assist in finding suitable housing and employment for a spouse.

Hvis du vil vide mere

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Director Michael Gravesen at [email protected], phone: +45 21 13 04 19, or Coordinator Charlotte Ebdrup at [email protected], phone: +45 20 25 68 87.

Ansøgning

Application Process

The application deadline is November 11, 2024. Interviews will be held on November 18 and 27. Applicants moving forward to the second round of interviews will be asked to complete a profile analysis and will be presented with a case.

The position starts on January 1, 2025, or by agreement.

Om os

I Kalundborg kommune er vi optaget af, at vores borgere, virksomheder, foreninger og institutioner får den bedst tænkelige service. Det kan vi kun levere hvis vi har dygtige og motiverede medarbejdere. Derfor er vi dedikeret til at støtte medarbejdernes personlige og faglige udvikling, og sikre en dynamisk og fleksibel arbejdsplads.

Hos os er medarbejderne med til at gøre en forskel hver dag, sammen med ca. 3500 kollegaer. Kalundborg kommune er placeret i noget af Danmarks smukkeste natur – og er samtidig hjemsted for en række af de industrier der bidrager mest til den danske økonomi – med vægt på biotech- og energiproduktion.
Der bor cirka 49.000 mennesker i Kalundborg kommune, som også er hjemsted for flere og flere uddannelser, der er med til at understøtte udviklingen i kommunen.

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