Assistant Head of Senior School (Scholarships, Elite University Entry and Mini-MBA)
Kellett School (Kowloon Bay Prep and Senior)
Hong Kong
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2020 (or sooner if available)
- Apply by:
- 13 October 2019
Job overview
Kellett is seeking to appoint an academically qualified, dynamic and inspiring individual to be responsible for the organisation and development of the Scholarships, Elite University Entry and Mini MBA.
This newly created post on the Senior School Leadership Team is to be responsible for two important areas in the Senior School. First, to run the School’s student bursaries and scholarship programme including identifying and providing specialist support to students who have the potential to apply to elite universities (Oxbridge and Ivy League). Secondly, to develop, co-ordinate and administer the Mini-MBA online and taught programme and associated events.
The post is to commence in August 2020 (or sooner if available)
Initially offered on a three year fixed term contract
Kellett School Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Programme
Kellett School’s first Academic Scholars were appointed in September 2019 drawn from students enrolled in the two Preparatory Schools. From 2020 both internal and external students will be invited to apply.
The programme is designed to roll out year on year to provide scholarships and bursaries in the areas of academic, general, sport, music and the arts. It is anticipated that a number of students selected for the programme shall seek to enter Oxbridge and Ivy League/ Elite Universities.
Mini-MBA
The Mini-MBA is a programme designed for Sixth Form students and will be developed with key higher education and business partners. It is part of Kellett’s commitment to prepare young people for the world of work of the mid-C21.
Year 12 students will participate in the first module of the Mini-MBA, which covers ‘Personal Impact and Presence’ during term one. Following this, students elect whether to continue with the Mini-MBA. Those who continue complete modules covering ‘Business Performance’, ‘Marketing’ and ‘Strategy’. They will additionally complete an assignment linked to their work experience which will be assessed by course teachers. The final module is the completion of a Business Simulation Day.
This prominent ambassador in the wider community will have excellent inter-personal skills and will be a firm believer in the ethos and aims of the school.
Kellett is a through-train school from Reception to Year 13 with two preparatory campuses and one senior campus. Student roll currently 1421; Senior 620; KLB Prep 320; PFL Prep 481
Kellett offers a truly outstanding education, evidenced by a BSO Inspection, membership of HMC and IAPS, as well as exceptional public examination results
Interviews will be held in Hong Kong and London
London: Wednesday 13 November 2019
Further information on the position, and online application process, is available through the school web site:
https://www.kellettschool.com/careers/hr
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About Kellett School (Kowloon Bay Prep and Senior)
- Kellett School (Kowloon Bay Prep and Senior)
- 7 Lam Hing Street
- Kowloon Bay
- Hong Kong
Kellett School, the British International School in Hong Kong, established in 1976, offers an exceptional education comparable to prominent independent schools in the UK. We are proud to be one of Hong Kong’s leading international schools, a reputation built on our global outlook and unwavering aim to nurture a love of learning and confidence for life in every one of our students.
Throughout Kellett’s more than 40 years of history, the School has been known for its superb education, both in the classroom and beyond. We offer a challenging and stimulating environment where high academic achievement is realised within a broad English curriculum embracing creativity, the arts and sport, all the while taking advantage of our unique position in Hong Kong. The world does not stand still so we continually evolve our educational offering to ensure we are equipping our students with the right mind set to enable them to thrive - today and tomorrow.
Kellett is a through train school with campuses in Pok Fu Lam on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon Bay. The Pok Fu Lam campus is a Preparatory School (for ages 4-11 years old) in Wah Fu at the foot of Mount Kellett and overlooking Kellett Bay, while the Kowloon Bay campus houses a Preparatory and Senior School for students from 4 -18 years old.
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum, which includes GCSEs, IGCSEs and A levels. As our children progress through the school, they are encouraged to learn with growing independence in a challenging and stimulating environment. As a result, our students achieve consistently strong academic results with many going on to study at the world’s leading institutions.
In conjunction with our rigorous academic programme, our students enjoy access to a rich and varied programme of extra-curricular activities and a wide repertoire of performing arts, sports and volunteer opportunities.
Kellett School is a Not-For-Profit Association with a parent-led Board of Governors and highly skilled teaching and support staff, all of whom strive to provide an environment that enables our students to develop their own passions, broaden their outlook and achieve their full potential.
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