Deputy Head Academics
SPGS International School Chengdu
Sichuan
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 8/2023
- Apply by:
- 14 June 2023
Job overview
The Role
The Deputy Head Academic is the academic lead in the Senior School, working alongside the Co-Principal who is also Head of the Senior School. The Deputy Head Academic shares responsibility for the day to day running of school life and is responsible for supporting a culture of independent learning, academic aspiration and intellectual enquiry. By virtue of their standing, the Deputy Head Academic has the authority to take independent decisions where appropriate and may be called upon to deputise for the Head of the Senior School from time to time.
LINE MANAGER:
Head of the Senior School
CONTRACT TYPE:
Full time, two years, with the possibility of extension subject to performance
START DATE:
August 2023
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
I. QUALIFICATION
Essential: Minimum Bachelors’ Degree in a relevant subject area
Desirable: Qualified Teacher Status (UK)
PGCE or equivalent
II. EXPERIENCE
The candidate should have:
• Minimum two years’ teaching experience across Key Stages 3-5 at a UK or international school
• Experience of responsibility at a senior management level would be a distinct advantage
III. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential: The successful candidate should have:
• Good understanding of strategies to support learners with a range of additional needs
• Good communication skills
• Good teamwork and collaborative skills
• Resilience and a good sense of humour
• Fairness, kindness, and warmth
• Interest in wider issues relating to teaching and learning
How to apply:
Please send your completed application form (https://spgs-international-school-chengdu.hirehive.com/) and recent CV to hr.sisc@spgs-shengbo.com
Closing Date: 14th June 2023 at midnight
References will be taken up including direct contact with your current, or most recent
employer for a safeguarding reference check and to confirm clearance from
contract commitment.
SPGS International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Safeguarding children is taken very seriously and all staff will be
subject to rigorous checks and an interview process that will include a
safeguarding panel. All new staff will be subject to enhanced pre-employment
clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification
checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in
employment. Two satisfactory professional references, which will be verified as
part of the pre-employment process, will also be required.
Please find more information here：
https://spgs-international-school-chengdu.hirehive.com/
(86)028 81294217
About SPGS International School Chengdu
SPGS International School Chengdu is the first Overseas School opened by the world-renowned St Paul's Girls' School (SPGS) in London and will see SPGS International bring its ethos and practice to the international community in Chengdu from kindergarten through to Year 13. The school is a very exciting place to work, whatever the role. It is a lively, academic community with excellent facilities, and relationships between students and all staff are warm and relaxed.
We are searching for the best professionals, who are experienced, enthusiastic, motivated, and highly qualified, to support our academic ambition to build a quality school that echoes the reputation of St. Paul’s Girls' School in London. We expect all staff to have a real passion for education and a desire to ensure our school is a place where every student feels embedded in the school community and provides exceptional holistic education that not only allows children to excel academically but also nurtures each child’s interests and talents outside the classroom, giving students the opportunity and confidence to develop to their full potential..
As a growing organisation, we offer employees an exceptional and rewarding experience with outstanding opportunities. Staff have the chance to develop their career with us and to become an integral part of our school community. This is supported by a competitive benefits package and a full professional development programme.
Based in the thriving Hi-Tech District in Chengdu, the school is well located to ensure a great work/life balance.
School Address: 6-8 Shengxing Lane, Shengxing Street, High-tech Zone, Chengdu
https://spgs-shengbo.com/sisc/home/
(86) 028 - 8129 4217
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