Head of Senior School
Kellett School (Kowloon Bay Prep and Senior)
Hong Kong
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2018
- Apply by:
- 12 September 2017
Job overview
One of Hong Kong’s pre-eminent international schools, Kellett has an enviable reputation as a dynamic learning community committed to engendering ‘a love of learning and confidence for life’. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ in the 2016 BSO inspection, Kellett offers a first-class educational experience for over 1,300 students aged 4 to 18 across two impressively resourced and purpose-built campuses in one of the most vibrant cities in the world.
The Principal and the Board of Governors now seek an outstanding leader to succeed Mr Simon Giddings, the founding Head of Senior School, after 10 years of exemplary service. This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly successful senior school (c.560 students aged 11 to 18) into the next exciting stage in its evolution, and to contribute to the continued development of Kellett as an exceptional organisation at the forefront of international education.
The appointed candidate will combine a deep commitment to outstanding senior school education with a track record of successful leadership experience and excellent knowledge of the British curriculum. An inspiring communicator, he or she will be a compelling ambassador for Kellett in an increasingly competitive market, possessing a strong sense of team and the interpersonal skills to actively contribute to the development of Kellett’s one school, 4 to18 ethos. High levels of personal resilience and drive are essential as is an authentic commitment to Kellett’s aims.
To download the appointment details for this role, including information on how to apply, please visit https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies quoting reference 3015. The deadline for applications is 0900hrs (BST) on Wednesday 13th September 2017.
Appointment process and how to apply
Kellett has retained the services of Perrett Laver to help identify the widest possible field of suitable candidates and assist in the assessment of candidates against the requirements for the role. An executive search exercise is being undertaken alongside the public advertisement of the post.
Applicants should submit a CV (including comprehensive details of key achievements and responsibilities) along with a covering letter which fully addresses the competencies outlined in the job description and person specification.
Completed applications should be uploaded at
https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies
quoting reference 3015. The closing date for applications is 0900hrs (BST) on Wednesday 13th September 2017.
Longlisted candidates will be invited for interview with Perrett Laver during the weeks commencing 25th September and 2nd October 2017.
The shortlist of candidates will be selected on 10th October 2017 and those shortlisted will be invited to attend a first round of interviews in Hong Kong or London during the week commencing 16th October 2017.
Those selected to progress to the final round stages of the appointment process will be invited to travel out to Hong Kong during the week commencing 6th November 2017.
Kellett School is an equal opportunity employer and as such treats all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination.
Kellett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Personal data is being collected for Human Resources purposes, including assessing your suitability for the post for which you are applying. The data will be used by Perrett Laver, Kellett School and the Board of Governors.
Attached documents
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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