Assistant Head of College
Dulwich College (Singapore)
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2019
- Apply by:
- 19 November 2018
Job overview
A once in a career opportunity exists to help lead one of the preeminent international schools of the world on its journey from good to great, and to join a growing family of schools in Asia-Pacific, world renowed for their educational excellence and commitment to innovation.
Founded in 2014 with almost 900 students, the College’s success is reflected in its current roll of some 2,300 students aged 2 – 17 from more than fifty countries. Students at Dulwich College (Singapore) excel academically, in sport and in the arts. Their achievements are underpinned by the College’s deep commitment to ensuring that students and their individual needs and interests come first. The College occupies a five hectare site in the west of Singapore, and boasts state-of-the-art facilities which include a Performing Arts Centre and three swimming pools.
Dulwich College (Singapore) aims to be one of the best schools in the world. It is comprised of three schools, each with its own Head: DUCKS (Dulwich College Kindergarten), Junior School and Senior School. It is selective at entry and offers the EYFS, enhanced English National Curriculum, International GCSEs and the IB Diploma. The College’s philosophy draws from 400 years of experience in education from the founding and partner school Dulwich College in London.
The Position
Starting in August 2019, we are looking to appoint an inspirational and progressively-minded candidate to help drive the College’s pedagogic strategy into the years ahead. In conjunction with the College Leadership Team, this person will coordinate major whole school projects across a range of critical areas including professional learning, the articulation of the vertical curriculum and the effective use of educational technology. If you share our determination for creating a genuinely world-class school, and possess a pioneering spirit and passion for innovation, please take the time to download the candidate brief which provides further details.
Application Process
Closing date: Monday 19 November 2018
Initial interviews will be via Skype on Tuesday 27 November 2018. Final interviews will take place in Singapore on Friday 7 December.
A candidate brief and further information can be downloaded from www.odgers.com/69623
The preferred method of application is online at www.odgers.com/69623; if you are unable to apply online please email your application to 69623@odgers.com
Further information may be viewed by clicking on www.dulwich-singapore.sg and www.InDulwich.com
Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Criminal Records Bureau and the Singapore Police Authorities.
About Dulwich College (Singapore)
Dulwich College (Singapore) is an international school founded on the ethos and values of the British independent schooling system. However, it has a global outlook and contemporary approach that reflects the diverse backgrounds of its international students and mirrors Singapore’s cosmopolitan nature as one of Asia’s most vibrant centres.
The College draws upon 400 years of experience and innovation in education from our founding school in London, Dulwich College. Dulwich College provides expertise, resources and a rigorous set of academic standards to which all the Dulwich International Schools adhere. Our close ties with our family of schools in Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Seoul, Zhuhai, and partner schools in Bali and Switzerland, provide us with further access to resources and experience in Asia and Europe and further opportunities for professional development.
‘Students come first’ has been at the heart of everything we do at Dulwich College (Singapore) since opening in 2014. In DUCKS, the child progresses from the Early Years Foundation Stage to an enriched version of the English National Curriculum (ENC), which continues into Junior School. Senior School starts in Year 7, and from there onwards, students experience specialist teaching that provides a stimulating and challenging learning experience. The IGCSE programme is uniquely taught for three years from Years 9 to 11, while Years 12 and 13 follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Dulwich College (Singapore) believes in nurturing global citizens and well-rounded future leaders equipped to solve the world’s challenges. Students are encouraged to Live Worldwise – to make informed choices, take inspired action and create a positive impact on society and the planet. This global outlook is expressed in our motto, ‘Detur Pons Mundo’, which translates to ‘Building Bridges To The World’ – a perspective that is lived out daily.
Singapore is one of the most exciting and desirable places to live in the world. It offers an excellent standard of living and is a very convenient hub for travel and exploring other countries in this dynamic and vibrant region.
For more information please access our website at https://singapore.dulwich.org/
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