Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary
Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary
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Job Description
The Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will be an exceptional motivator have a finely tuned capacity for diplomacy and crosscultural empathy and be highly competent in monitoring and evaluating teams and individuals.
About the Role
The successful applicant will support the Chinese Principal in the leadership and management of all departments within the school. The Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will work closely with colleagues across all departments to ensure that the learning experience for all pupils is developed in its broadest sense forging strong links between the academic cocurricular and boarding lives of the school.
Working in close collaboration with the Chinese Principal the Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will provide visionary leadership for the development of the whole school into a model of high quality education within China and beyond.
Background
Dipont KCS Chengdu was established in September 2021 with the largest ever opening roll of any new bilingual or International school in Chengdu. It was formed through partnership between the prestigious Kings College School Wimbledon one of the most academically successful schools in the world.
About the School
Location
Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan Province in South West China and is famous for its rich history fascinating culture spicy cuisine and relaxed lifestyle. It is home to the Giant Panda research and breeding centre a wonderful facility that welcomes millions of visitors each year.
Facilities
Our iconic campus includes a 600 seat theatre a black box studio first class laboratories an Olympic sized swimming pool and a fitness and weight training suite.
Curriculum
Representing a new standard of bilingual education in China the school provides for both local and international pupils via an innovative model that combines Chinese and Western approaches to learning and academic excellence culminating in IGCSE and ALevel examinations.
Requirements
Significant school leadership experience
Excellent professional presence and sound people skills
A passion for education and an ability to innovate and inspire
Sound knowledge of the UK educational system
An ability to relate well to other cultures
Ability to provide clear concise reporting both written and verbal
Previous experience of working overseas particularly in an Asian cultural setting (desirable)
Benefits
Benefits
Dipont KCS Chengdu aims for worldclass standards in teaching and learning. The salary and benefit package for this important position is commensurate with these aims.
In addition to a highly competitive salary the package includes highquality housing flights and medical insurance for employee and dependents. Full tuition support will be provided for any successful applicant with schoolage children.
The position will be offered on an initial threeyear contract term with annual renewal thereafter.
*We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.
A genuine interest in teaching and professional development Open-minded, patient, an adventurous spirit and professional flexibility 3 years or* above relevant teaching experiences Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Native English speaker TEFL, CELTA, or TESOL certificate Teachers license obtained from English native speaking countries is preferred Teaching experiences in English native speaking countries is preferred
Education
Bachelor degree or above;
Employment Type
Full Time
