Junior School Principal

About Misk Schools

Misk Schools is a state-of-the-art school in Riyadh that aims to prepare the next generation of Saudi leaders. Founded by HRH Prince Mohammad bin Salman Al Saud in 2016, Misk Schools is a private, K–12 day school for boys and girls in Riyadh, known for its pioneering, integrated leadership curriculum and focus on High Performance Learning.

As it grows, the school will play an increasingly important role in the Kingdom’s journey towards strengthening the three pillars of Vision 2030: a vibrant society; a thriving economy; and an ambitious nation.

Misk Schools is part of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation ‘Misk’, a youth organisation established in 2011 to cultivate and encourage learning and leadership among the Kingdom’s youth, for a better future in Saudi Arabia. Both organisations are not for profit.

Position Overview

We are hiring a female Junior School Principal with experience in NAFS, GL, Cambridge Primary Insights, and ABT Benchmark test, with the appointment set to begin in January 2027.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an outstanding Junior School Principal to contribute to our mission of preparing the next generation of Saudi leaders. It is also your chance to live and work in the Kingdom during one of the most dynamic and exciting periods in its history. Truly, a nation on the move.

Application Process

If you are interested in living and working in Riyadh, becoming part of a fantastic staff team and contributing to our journey towards becoming a beacon school, both in the Kingdom and internationally, then we would love to hear from you.

We are looking to interview and appoint the most qualified candidate for a January 2027 start.

Please submit your application including a cover letter addressing the following:

Your reasons for showing an interest in the school

Your reasons for wishing to live and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Summary of your skills and experience

The specific qualities you believe you would bring to Misk Schools

The closing date for applications is 30/Oct/2026.

Kindly note that, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.