Assistant Head of Junior School Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong Shanghai 2025-11-07

Shanghai | Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong | Educational Leadership Assistant Head of Junior School Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong seeks an outstanding Assistant Head to inspire our students and contribute to a thriving Junior School. For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description. Why us? Our outstanding facilities and exceptional student outcomes, which rank among the best globally. An award‑winning holistic curriculum, where music, arts, sport, and service learning thrive. A commitment to wellbeing and growth, ensuring all flourish in a supportive, high‑achieving environment. Why Shanghai? Live and work in a city with endless opportunities for personal exploration and professional growth. From its rich heritage and iconic skyline to its vibrant cultural scene, Shanghai offers an unmatched lifestyle for ambitious educators. Why you? Contribute to a talented team, driving innovation in teaching and learning. Shape the future at Dulwich Pudong, ensuring our curriculum remains exciting, contemporary, and relevant. Collaborate within our global EiM network, sharing best practices and pioneering approaches. Person Specifications a degree in a related subject; a PGCE or equivalent in a related subject; at least 2 years’ teaching experience; ENC, IGCSE and/or IBDP experience; alignment with our core values; strong written and verbal communication skills; a hard‑working, flexible attitude; a commitment to fulfil all pastoral, welfare, and supervisory duties effectively and willingly; a mindset of continuous Professional Learning and improvement; a commitment to meeting deadlines, attention to detail, and high standards; a sense of fun. International school experience is preferred. This job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities but not limit the employee nor the College to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the College that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organisation. Our offer A highly competitive salary and benefits package, including accommodation, medical insurance, flights, and full tuition remission for up to two children. Unrivalled professional learning and development, where you can grow your career with a global education leader. A supportive community where your expertise will be valued and your impact celebrated. Apply now If you are ready to be part of an exceptional school, in an extraordinary city, and make a difference for our community of global citizens, we want to hear from you. Applications reviewed on receipt, and early submission is encouraged. Our College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices, which are aligned to 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. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Chinese law. All successful candidates will be required to sign our Safeguarding Code of Conduct. EDI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion): EiM is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies, and culture. It recognizes that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. EiM will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. EiM strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the EiM mission and its community. #J-18808-Ljbffr