Director of Pastoral Care and Inclusion (Deputy Head of Primary)

Brief for the Post Director of Pastoral Care and Inclusion 2026-27The British School of Bucharest is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Director of Pastoral Care and Inclusion to join our successful team from August 2026.

We offer a dynamic teaching and learning environment for over 720 students from more than 65 different countries. The school, established over 25 years ago, is a full member of HMC, COBIS and AoBSO, as well as being situated on a stunning campus with well-resourced facilities and an experienced teaching team.

The Director of Pastoral Care and Inclusion would be a suitably qualified teacher with previous leadership experience, whether in the UK or internationally, and who may move on to Headship in the future. With our comprehensive professional development, mentoring and coaching programmes in place and supported by an experienced team, this role may be suitable for a talented and professional candidate seeking a senior leadership role for the first time.

We are looking for dedicated teachers and leaders who are:

• Present and proactive
• Supportive and solutions-focused
• Aspirational and inspiring
• Adaptable and flexible
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Reflective, life-long learners

The successful applicant will take the lead on further developing the legacy of a culture of pastoral care and quality assurance, and will play a key role in supporting students in their development across all ability ranges from EYFS through Year 6.

The Director of Pastoral Care and Inclusion will report to the Head of Primary but will be a key member of the whole-school Senior Leadership, playing a developmental role in helping to develop the school’s future strategy and working closely with other departments within the school. More information about the position can be found in the attached brochure.

We are committed to offering a broad and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. We have been awarded BSO status via the Independent Schools Inspectorate, are also a COBIS Training School and are a provider of accredited ECT induction and teacher training.

Bucharest is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city and Romania ranks highly in desirable countries to live in Europe, offering a safe environment, as well as a relatively inexpensive and yet high standard of living. There are opportunities nearby to ski and explore the countryside, as well as travel around the Balkans and Central Europe.

We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits including:

• Accommodation allowance
• Medical insurance
• Pension contribution
• Annual flight allowance
• Extensive CPD programme

Further details of our school can be obtained from the attached brochure or from our website: www.britishschool.ro

To apply please submit a completed application form and a letter of application outlining your suitability for the role by email to vacancies@britishschool.ro

Application forms can be downloaded here: https://www.britishschool.ro/about-bsb/work-at-bsb

Please contact vacancies@britishschool.ro if you would like an informal discussion about this role.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 25 November 2025.

BSB reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to references and a satisfactory International Child Protection Certificate or similar checks from both the country of origin and the previous countries of employment.