Vice Principal - Glenealy School

Glenealy School is seeking to appoint two Vice Principals to join our talented and collaborative team. Vice Principal’s serve a critical role in enabling continuous quality improvement and support across all aspects of the school community. Reporting to the Principal, the posts require well-qualified and inspirational leaders, with the creativity and skills to lead, innovate and manage various aspects of the school’s provision with a focus on building excellent learning experiences for children.

The position will be a full-time two years contract starting August 2022, renewable by mutual consent. See ESF Terms and Condition for further details of  the package.

Our school is situated in the Mid-Levels area of Hong Kong Island. The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), a significant leader of education in the region. At Glenealy our mission is to empower children to flourish and make a positive difference. We are proud of the positive relationships that we build with children, families and the wider community and offer a personalised, inclusive and flexible approach to meeting students’ needs.  We provide meaningful and relevant experiences where learners develop skills, knowledge, understanding and attitudes for success in life. Our safe, nurturing environment values learners’ voice and choice, fostering positive relationships in which learners flourish.

Role Summary

• Consistently champion and uphold the school’s core values and foster caring, positive relationships
• Support the school's mission statement and IB Learner Profile
• Develop and articulate a shared vision and strategic development plan for the school and lead colleagues in achieving this
• Create an atmosphere of mutual trust where collaboration, discussion, debate, and teamwork are promoted within the school
• Act as a pedagogical leader and model exemplary professional practice
• Contribute to the development of the school’s learning community, fostering a spirit of inquiry, innovation, professional learning, and reflection
• Promote high standards and expectations through supporting performance

Leadership

• To be the Principal designate as required
• To ensure quality teaching/learning and assessment
• To develop teachers’ and educational assistants’ professional knowledge and skills
• To develop and present effective staff development programs
• To develop and present effective parent workshops and information sessions
• To develop effective teams and ensure the successful implementation of the School Development Plan

School Management

• To support the teaching and learning of students across the school
• To support various aspects of school organisation
• To lead the Primary Years Programme throughout the school
• To actively lead curriculum development and improvement of student experiences across the school
• To attend and lead collaborative planning as required
• Ensure professional learning through collaboration and self-evaluation
• To coach and mentor staff
• To review teachers' planning as required

 

Requirements

• Degree in education or equivalent
• Evidence of further professional study
• Recent senior leadership experience (previous VP experience / PYP experience desirable)
• Understanding of PYP and/or inquiry-based learning
• Understand the needs of students across all primary stages
• Leadership and management skills
• Ability to motivate, inspire and build capacity in others
• Learning agility
• Professional integrity
• Commitment and passion for the education of young children
• Visionary thinking / strategic orientation
• A positive and optimistic outlook and warm personality
• Problem Solving and reflection capabilities

 

For enquiries, please contact Jonna Paag at +852 25221919 or  admin@glenealy.edu.hk. 

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. 

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF. 

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. 

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

 

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

www.esf.edu.hk 

About the Team

ESF Glenealy School is a community-based school. We are proud of the positive relationships that we build with students, their families and the wider community. Being a 2-form entry ESF primary school of 360 students, we are able to offer a personalised, inclusive and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our learners.

At Glenealy, highly skilled teachers ensure an education that is transformational. We develop caring and curious global citizens who make a positive difference. We provide meaningful and relevant experiences where learners develop skills, knowledge, understanding and attitudes for success in life. Our safe, nurturing environment values each learners’ voice and choice, fostering positive relationships in which learners flourish.

At Glenealy, our mission statement is to empower learners to flourish and make a positive difference. Our vision for every student is to be the best that they can be. We support and challenge students to ensure continual academic progress, personal growth and high standards.

An extensive co-curricular programme provides opportunities for students to participate in a range of arts, sports and special interest activities.

http://www.glenealy.edu.hk