Assistant Head of Secondary

Assistant Head of secondary – PASTORAL CARE                       

THE SCHOOL

The British School of Guangzhou is at the forefront of international education in China. Established in 2005 for students aged 1-18, our school is recognised for academic excellence leading to outstanding A-Level results and entry to top universities worldwide. We have two main campuses, BSG Nanhu (South Lake Campus) and BSG Olympic Park campus (Huangpu). The South Lake Campus is about 20-minute drive north of the city centre, enjoys picturesque views over Nanhu Lake and a golf course. All classrooms are attractively furnished, air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi and an interactive whiteboard or Smart TV. The school has impressive resources and facilities including music rooms, guided reading rooms, IT zones, science labs, a dance studio, sports gym, libraries, a theatre and two coffee shops for staff and parents. Outdoor facilities include three age-specific football pitches, a swimming pool, basketball courts, a well-equipped X-fit gym and an adventure playground. The Olympic Park campus is our new, purpose-built campus for Early Years and Primary students, located in the heart of Huangpu, this exciting Olympic Park building houses leading-edge facilities to support our collaborations with The Juilliard School and MIT — offering the very best performing arts and STEAM environments.

THE ROLE

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and experienced school leader to offer guidance and inspiration as part of the Secondary Senior Leadership Team. As key members of the team, you will play a major role in supporting the operation of the school as well as deciding on future academic direction. As an Assistant Headteacher you will lead on Pastoral Care within the Secondary School.  Along with the existing Assistant Headteachers, (Teaching, Learning & Assessment) (Head of Sixth Formm) (Student Enrichment and Experience) and the Head of Secondary, you will form the Secondary School Leadership Team (SSLT). A typical Assistant Head portfolio will include:

· Leading on a core learning area (e.g. assessment, pastoral care, professional development, performance management, etc)

· Line-management of several Subject and/or Year Leaders

· Oversight of several operational aspects (e.g. cover, duties, calendar, handbooks, etc)

· Input into common SSLT responsibilities (e.g. recruitment, induction, development planning, etc)

Candidates are encouraged to highlight any relevant experience as well as express any particular areas of interest.

There is a teaching commitment, which will be confirmed once the timetable is completed. Please clearly state which subject(s) you are able to teach, and to what level.

• Middle and/or Senior Leader experience.

• A degree in your specialist subject.

• A recognised teaching qualification.

• Considerable relevant teaching experience.

• Receptive to feedback.

• Ready to embrace change.

• Willingness to share good practice.

• Strong communication skills.

• Energetic and optimistic.

• Ability to mentor Middle Leaders.

• Be collaborative.

• Ambitious for our school

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will be joining a team of enthusiastic teachers across both our Southlake and Olympic Park campuses’. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and hugely enthusiastic Middle Leader to step into Secondary Senior leadership to join our well-established school. You will be able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will possess a university degree, a recognised teaching qualification and considerable teaching experience. All our staff are expected to promote the Core Values of the British School of Guangzhou, and be able to ensure that teaching and learning meets the needs and expectations of the individual children, and the wider school community. You will be expected to demonstrate thorough curriculum knowledge and a proactive approach towards the wellbeing of young children, yourself and others, including your own professional development. 

OUR SCHOOLS

Each Nord Anglia Education school is unique in character and designed to meet the needs of its community. We are ambitious for our students, our people, and our schools. Working together, we can achieve more than we can individually.

We also create unique opportunities to benefit our students and people, such as Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London.

2023 IGCSE RESULTS

The two main criteria that are used to judge examination performance for 16 year olds in the UK are; achieving 5 grades at 'C' or above, and the number of the highest grades achieved. We are very proud that 91% of all examinations sat by the British School of Guangzhou students received grade 'C' or above (9-5), and 49% achieved A* - A (9 – 7).

2023 A-LEVEL RESULTS

With a 99% pass rate, our A-Level results are testament to our academic success and commitment to building a lifelong love of learning. 53% of exams taken by our students achieved an 'A' or 'A*' grade. 74% achieved A*- B grades.

Our Class of 2023 secured places in a range of university destinations worldwide, with three students now attending Cambridge University studying Law, English and Economics. We also have students in US and Canadian universities, and in Universities in Dubai, Hong Kong and Germany, as well as UK.

Benefits

When you join a Nord Anglia Education school, you join a global community of 14,000 people working together to support our students’ success. We offer you unsurpassed opportunities to innovate and develop best practice across our family, to access extensive professional development, and to gain exceptional experience and career development in our schools. At Nord Anglia, you will have opportunities to progress more, learn more, and collaborate more.

We offer exceptional career and development opportunities that come with being part of our global organisation. Our online Nord Anglia University unites our team by harnessing the collective expertise of peers in an exchange of knowledge, ideas, and best practice. We also provide extensive professional development to ensure our teachers don’t just maintain their skills but can also develop at the cutting edge of educational thinking.

Our world-renowned collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF offers our teachers unrivalled access to leading experts in their fields. We also offer selected candidates an opportunity to earn an Executive Master’s in International Education from King’s College London.

Alongside great training and a competitive package, you’ll enjoy the chance to live and work in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.

As a Nord Anglia Education teacher, you enjoy the following benefits:

• A fast-paced, global experience so that you can progress on a global scale

• An enabling environment founded on creativity, challenge, and collaboration

• A culture that is fair and consultative

• Unique opportunities to grow professionally and develop your career

Application closing date: 29th March 2024.