International Executive Search for Educational Leaders

Connecting School Leaders with World-Class Schools and Education Systems Across The Globe

Aspire2 is a trusted executive search and advisory firm specialising in the recruitment of educational leaders. From Principals to System Leaders, we connect high-performing talent with outstanding schools worldwide.

Who We Are

Aspire2 by Switch Education specialises in international educational executive search and recruitment. With decades of experience across independent, faith-based, and international school networks, we are uniquely positioned to support schools and organisations seeking transformational leadership.

We partner with school boards and executive teams to deliver strategic, evidence-informed search processes that result in lasting leadership impact.

What We Do

Our international executive search service includes:

  • Leadership appointments: Principals, Heads of School, Superintendents, Deputies, System Leaders
  • Global talent search
  • Candidate discovery through trusted networks and global advertising
  • Psychometric testing, leadership assessments, and panel support
  • End-to-end support from search brief through to onboarding


We act as an extension of your leadership team, bringing strategic expertise to every appointment.

Who We Help

  • Schools and education systems recruiting international leadership talent
  • International, independent and IB schools sourcing experienced academic executives
  • School boards, HR leads and education organisations needing strategic leadership support
  • Senior and emerging leaders seeking international education leadership roles

Why Aspire2

If you’re ready to find the right educational leader for your school or you’re a leader seeking your next role — we’re here to support you.