Rainbow Educational Service Limited – Our client is a leading Nigerian school offering a blended Nigerian and Cambridge curriculum is seeking exceptional talent. The organization is known for its global approach to education and commitment to nurturing well-rounded students within a high-quality learning environment and is backed by a top-flight education management company in Nigeria.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Principal

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee the effective day-to-day management of the school.
• Drive academic excellence through effective implementation and monitoring of the Nigerian and Cambridge curricula.
• Supervise teaching and learning, monitor student progress and ensure continuous improvement in academic outcomes.
• Lead, motivate and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff, including Heads of Departments, to promote high standards of performance.
• Oversee the preparation and implementation of academic timetables, schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments and examinations.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of academic records, staff and student attendance, and other statutory documentation.
• Maintain high standards of student discipline, safeguarding, welfare and pastoral care.
• Ensure compliance with relevant education regulations, examination-body requirements and school policies.
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, management and external stakeholders.
• Prepare regular reports on academic performance, staff effectiveness and overall school operations.
• Promote extracurricular activities, academic competitions and initiatives that enhance the school’s reputation and student development.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.) or a relevant bachelor’s degree with a recognised postgraduate qualification in Education.
• A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in the education sector, with substantial experience in senior school leadership or academic management.
• Proven experience in a Principal, Vice Principal, Deputy Head or comparable leadership position is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrable experience in curriculum management, staff supervision, academic planning and school administration.
• Experience with the Cambridge curriculum and Nigerian external examination systems is a strong advantage.
• Valid Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) registration and certification, where applicable.
• A postgraduate qualification in Educational Leadership, Educational Management or a related field is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of education regulations, child safeguarding and school quality assurance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant school management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, accountability and commitment to academic excellence.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2026.