Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary

Dipont KCS Chengdu is seeking a talented, innovative and inspirational Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary to join our fast growing and dynamic team at the cutting edge of education in China for August 2025.

The Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will be an exceptional motivator, have a finely tuned capacity for diplomacy and cross-cultural empathy, and be highly competent in monitoring and evaluating teams and individuals.

About the Role

The successful applicant will support the Chinese Principal in the leadership and management of all departments within the school. The Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will work closely with colleagues across all departments to ensure that the learning experience for all pupils is developed in its broadest sense, forging strong links between the academic, co-curricular and boarding lives of the school.

Working in close collaboration with the Chinese Principal, the Deputy Head of School and Head of Primary will provide visionary leadership for the development of the whole school into a model of high quality education within China and beyond.

Background

Dipont KCS Chengdu was established in September 2021 with the largest ever opening roll of any new bilingual or International school in Chengdu. It was formed through partnership between the prestigious King's College School, Wimbledon, one of the most academically successful schools in the world.

About the School

Location

Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan Province, in South West China, and is famous for its rich history, fascinating culture, spicy cuisine and relaxed lifestyle. It is home to the Giant Panda research and breeding centre, a wonderful facility that welcomes millions of visitors each year.

Facilities

Our iconic campus includes a 600 seat theatre, a black box studio, first class laboratories, an Olympic sized swimming pool, and a fitness and weight training suite.

Curriculum

Representing a new standard of bilingual education in China, the school provides for both local and international pupils via an innovative model that combines Chinese and Western approaches to learning and academic excellence, culminating in IGCSE and A-Level examinations.

Benefits

Dipont KCS Chengdu  aims for world-class standards in teaching and learning. The salary and benefit package for this important position is commensurate with these aims.

In addition to a highly competitive salary, the package includes high-quality housing, flights and medical insurance for employee and dependents. Full tuition support will be provided for any successful applicant with school-age children.

The position will be offered on an initial three-year contract term with annual renewal thereafter.

*We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.

• Significant school leadership experience

• Excellent professional presence and sound people skills

• A passion for education and an ability to innovate and inspire

• Sound knowledge of the UK educational system

• An ability to relate well to other cultures

• Ability to provide clear, concise reporting both written and verbal

• Previous experience of working overseas, particularly in an Asian cultural setting (desirable)