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Head of Primary

Head of Primary

Wellington College International Hangzhou

Hangzhou, China

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Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
30 December 2020

Job overview

Teaching Opportunities with Wellington College in China

Wellington College China has schools in Hangzhou, Shanghai and Tianjin. Our schools, for pupils aged 2 to 18, are expanding rapidly, so we are looking for talented teachers in most subjects. We offer attractive packages and prioritise teachers’ professional and career development. The Wellington schools in China all have world-class facilities and resources.

Wellington College International Hangzhou
Head of Primary

Main Responsibilities of the post ​include:

1. Help develop a strong primary team, lead on developing curriculum content and resourcing the school as it grows.

2. Be accountable for the teaching, learning and assessment of the Primary School to ensure excellent outcomes for all

3. Be innovative and forward thinking and to ensure the school is recognised world wide for its success

4. Lead the Primary School SMT 

5. Direct Heads of Departments to ensure continuity and progression throughout the school 

6. Liaise with administrative departments to ensure efficient administrative management of the school 

7. To be a figurehead in the promotion of Wellington College International Hangzhou and its aims, standards and ideals and to model these both in the school and in the wider community 

8. Control budgets and finances within the primary school and offer direction and support to Heads of Departments when aspects of financial responsibility are delegated to them

9. Report to the Master on all issues relating to the efficient management and organisation of the Primary School 

10. Under the direction of the Master, to be responsible for the recruitment and employment of all primary school academic and administrative support staff 


Please email us your CV and cover letter with a photo to jobs.hangzhou@wellingtoncollege.cn indicating the position you are applying for in the subject header. 

https://www.wellingtoncollege.cn/hangzhou-international/careers/

Website:  https://www.wellingtoncollege.cn/careers/


About Wellington College International Hangzhou

Wellington College International Hangzhou is the 13th member of Wellington College family worldwide and the international school of first choice in Hangzhou. We offer a uniquely British style international education delivering academic excellence for children of expatriate families from the ages of 5 to 18. We follow a world class curriculum based on the English national curriculum which naturally leads into IGCSE and A Level qualifications in Sixth Form. Our students will go on to attend the best Universities in the UK, USA and beyond to continue their studies. As with all Wellington College schools, the Wellington Values and Identity form the core of a wellbeing focused education, delivered by our team of highly trained, expert and enthusiastic teachers.

The Wellington College Hangzhou campus covers over 74,000 square metres and hosts a range of custom built, state-of-the-art facilities that provide pupils with access to the very best academic and co-curricular opportunities.


Wellington College International Hangzhou is guided by a clear Vision and Purpose founded upon three strong pillars and expressed in our motto: ‘Be You. Be More.’


Our Vision and Purpose

We offer a pioneering education to serve and help shape a better world, combining the very best of British and international education to create a pupil-centric, multilingual, multicultural and inclusive learning experience.

We inspire our children to be the best version of themselves, to take pride in where they come from and to be the change they wish to see in the world.

Be You. Be More.

Inspiring our children to be Learners, Connectors, and Changemakers.


Our Three Pillars

We are Learners

with the passion, intrinsic motivation and critical thinking that enables us to solve real world challenges.

We are Connectors

with the confidence, openness and empathy to bridge cultural chasms and bring our world closer together.

We are Changemakers

with the knowledge, networks and commitment to better serve our community and make a positive impact on the future.


Please visit our school website for more information

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