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Head of Senior School

Head of Senior School

Malvern College Chengdu

Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China

Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
January 2020
Apply by:
24 May 2019

Job overview

Malvern College’s second international campus, Malvern College Chengdu, opened in September 2015 with the aim of becoming a leading British style boarding school for the education of the young people of China and of the wider region, preparing them to move on to the foremost universities of the world. Located in the city of Chengdu, in China's Sichuan Province, the school is now preparing to move to a new, purpose built, state of the art campus to the south of the city. The new campus will open to primary children in August 2019 and the senior school will relocate in August 2020. The ultimate capacity of the new campus is 1500 pupils. 

The new campus is being developed on a 20-acre site and will include state-of-the art, purpose-built facilities to encompass academic teaching areas, sports, the performing arts and boarding accommodation. The campus adopts a traditional British exterior design with courtyards and lawns, but incorporates a modern approach in its interior design and layout. The impressive library serves both as a central design element and as a symbolic focus for the school community. The Sichuan region, in the southwest of China, is noted for its cultural heritage and its cuisine and is home to the world famous giant panda sanctuary. A leading Chinese city of over 14 million residents, Chengdu retains its ancient heart and is an important city within China’s infrastructure, offering easy access to other regions within the country and the wider world as well as benefitting from direct flights to the UK. It is also often cited as “a city where people do not want to leave once they arrive”. 

Malvern College Chengdu caters to the local Chinese market and there is therefore a comprehensive EAL provision within the school. Pupils will follow a bespoke dual Anglo-Chinese curriculum through to the start of the IGCSE and A-Level programmes, paving the way for further study at leading universities worldwide. All pupils are supported through a comprehensive pastoral system to enhance their social, emotional and psychological wellbeing. 

The vision is for Malvern College Chengdu to offer a rigorous academic programme as well as a wide variety of co-curricular activities in line with the holistic approach to education that is the hallmark of a Malvern education. At present, pupils are encouraged to engage with sports, music and the arts and the development of the new campus is seen as a catalyst for broadening the offering in these areas for all pupils. 

The Advisory Board of Malvern College Chengdu is currently seeking to appoint an experienced, inspirational and dynamic Head of Senior School to commence in January 2020 to shape and develop the school into a leading international educational institution. This is a key role in providing the strategic leadership to take the College into the next phase of its development. This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a real contribution to international education through helping combine the best of both British and Chinese educational expertise in a partnership with one of the UK’s leading independent schools, Malvern College. 

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Edward Clark on +44(0)1256 862840 or +44 (0)7718 588616, or email at edward@lsceducation.com. To apply for the post, please visit www.lsceducation.com and submit your up-to-date CV and a letter of application. The letter should incorporate how you meet the person specification, why you are applying for the position and what particular attributes and qualities you would bring to the role. 

Key Dates 

Closing date: 24 May 2019 

Longlist interviews: 4, 5, 6 June (at Malvern College, UK or by Skype) 

Shortlist/Final interviews: 24, 25 June (at Malvern College Chengdu, China) 

Malvern College Chengdu is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.


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MALVERN COLLEGE CHENGDU

Established in September 2015 in partnership with prestigious UK boarding school Malvern College, Malvern College Chengdu is located in the southern development zone of thriving city of Chengdu, China. It is a through-train school for pupils from 3-18 years old.

Over the years, Malvern College Chengdu has established a strong reputation in Southwest China as a leading school of its kind, taking an innovative and international approach to prepare pupils for the 21stcentury. It has produced graduates to leading UK universities like Imperial College, London School of Economics, University College London, Warwick and St. Andrews, to US universities like Notre Dame, Northeastern and San Diego, as well as Hong Kong Universities like University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Spanning across an area of approximately 10 Hectares (150 Mu), the campus is only 800 meters from Metro Station and a 30-minute drive from Chengdu Business Centre.

WHAT DISTINGUISHES MALVERN COLLEGE CHENGDU FROM OTHER SCHOOLS

Heritage of top British college with shared global resources

The Malvern family of schools, comprising of Qingdao (2012), Chengdu (2015), Cairo, Egypt (2016), Hong Kong (2018), and Tokyo, Japan (2023), demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing international education in their respective regions. Our schools play a crucial role in preparing students for admission to leading universities worldwide, thus establishing a legacy of excellence in education.

Malvern College Chengdu, like its sister colleges, is committed to upholding the high standards of teaching philosophy established by its prestigious parent institution, Malvern College UK. Rigorous standards in academic supervision and evaluation will be maintained through regular quality assurance visits from Malvern College UK staff, who will also play a key role in teacher recruitment across all Malvern schools. The global Malvern community, including Malvern College UK, will provide support for continued education, exchange programs for both faculty and students, and interactive classes, ensuring our students have extensive international learning experiences.

K12 education cultivating international talent

Malvern College Chengdu provides a comprehensive K-12 education, beginning with a bilingual Pre-Prep program that focuses on developing basic conversational skills in both languages. Following the British Curriculum, students are fostered in seven key areas and encouraged to explore independent learning through Forest School, and Reggio Emilia teaching methods.

In Prep School, students are encouraged to use Chinese while also building a strong foundation in English. The innovative integrated exploration course, tailored for the southwest region, combines elements of IPC, Singapore and Hong Hong curriculum, encouraging students to critically explore different subjects and integrate their knowledge to develop problem-solving skills.

Senior school aims to prepare students for further education overseas, with senior students studying IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, enabling them to apply to top universities in the UK, USA, Australia, and Canada. The holistic approach to teaching also encompasses physical education, music, art, extracurricular activities, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, developing each student's leadership, social skills, and personal interests.

CHENGDU, THE MOST ENCHANTING CITY IN CHINA

Malvern College Chengdu provides a comprehensive K-12 education, beginning with a bilingual Pre-Prep program that focuses on developing basic conversational skills in both languages. Following the British Curriculum, students are fostered in seven key areas and encouraged to explore independent learning through Forest School, and Reggio Emilia teaching methods.

In Prep School, students are encouraged to use Chinese while also building a strong foundation in English. The innovative integrated exploration course, tailored for the southwest region, combines elements of IPC, Singapore and Hong Hong curriculum, encouraging students to critically explore different subjects and integrate their knowledge to develop problem-solving skills.

Senior school aims to prepare students for further education overseas, with senior students studying IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, enabling them to apply to top universities in the UK, USA, Australia, and Canada. The holistic approach to teaching also encompasses physical education, music, art, extracurricular activities, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, developing each student's leadership, social skills, and personal interests.

BE A MEMBER OF MALVEN COLLEGE CHENGDU

Malvern College Chengdu has been established by a dedicated team of motivated educators recruited from various countries worldwide, fostering a dynamic and invigorating academic environment and cultural immersion. We welcome you to join us in our exciting endeavour of establishing a new institution that offers world-class international education in China.

We offer a highly competitive salary package for our expat teachers, which includes a monthly basic salary, TLR allowance, and contract completion gratuity. Our HR department is committed to providing comprehensive support for all administrative and visa-related matters, to facilitate a seamless transition for you to Malvern College Chengdu.

We provide accommodation for all expat teachers, which is conveniently located in close proximity to the school.

Regular staff social events are organized to cultivate a positive work culture and foster strong relationships among our staff. As part of our commitment to supporting our staff, we offer tuition-free seats to their children.

Malvern College Chengdu is dedicated to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for our staff to grow and excel. To support this goal, we offer a comprehensive Professional Development Programme designed to enhance your skills and help you achieve your full potential.

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