Deputy Head of Boarding - Nantong, China - August 2026
- Country:
- China
- Region:
- School -North and East Asia
- Curriculum:
- United Kingdom
- Level:
- Secondary/ Middle(12-15), Secondary/High(16-18)
- Start Date:
- 01 August 2026
- Initial Contract Length:
- 2 year, renewable
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Strongly prefer it
- Deputy Head of Boarding
- Nantong, China
- August 2026 start
- Strong salary and benefits package
The prime responsibility of the Deputy Head of Boarding is to assist the Head of Boarding to provide a welcoming, safe and secure environment for all boarders. The Deputy Head of Boarding will work collaboratively with the Head of Boarding to oversee the wellbeing and welfare of our boarders and oversee the management of daily operations, rosters and leadership of staff in the Boarding House when the Head of Boarding is not present. After-hours and weekend work is required to meet the requirements of the role.
The Deputy Head of Boarding will also be responsible for designing and planning the weekend boarding programme for full boarders as well as running the Duke of Edinburgh programme. The teaching responsibility in taking CCA activities, will be allocated based on the school's needs.
The position is residential, and the post holder will be required to live in the accommodation as specified by the Head of Boarding during term time and contribute to all duties while pupils are living in school. In periods of absence from the House during term time, the post holder will arrange cover and all such absences should be pre-approved by the Head of Boarding.
BASIC QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's degree or above; Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years' teaching experience
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a middle leadership position
Previous experience of working in a Boarding house
First-Aid qualification
PREFERRED APTITUDES
Highly fluent and personable communicator, articulate and persuasive
Financially astute; commercially sharp
Build and develop relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
Detailed-oriented with excellent time management and editing skills
Warm, friendly, sympathetic and empathetic
The ability to use initiative and work proactively to find solutions or problems that arise, relying on reason, persuasion and common sense.
Appreciation and commitment to collegiate life, values and aims of our school
Globally minded and a positive "can do" approach
Part of a well-established group of schools in China, this campus opened in September 2022 and provides education for students aged 3 to 18. It is designed to accommodate around 2,000 students, with boarding facilities for several hundred pupils. The 80,000 m² campus features purpose-built facilities including specialist science and technology labs, art and design studios, extensive sports amenities with two swimming pools and a full athletics track, a large theatre and performing arts centre, multiple libraries, and modern boarding houses. The curriculum blends Chinese national standards with international best practices. Early Years follows a mixed EYFS-style approach, Primary combines the Chinese curriculum with bilingual learning, Junior High continues the bilingual model, and Senior High offers IGCSEs and A-Levels to prepare students for global university pathways. The school prioritises holistic development through academics, wellbeing, arts, sports, and a strong pastoral system supported by a house structure. Staff include experienced Chinese and international teachers, and the school continues to expand its year groups and programmes.
The school is located in Nantong, which is an attractive city for living and working thanks to its blend of modern development and cultural charm. Located on the Yangtze River near Shanghai, it offers convenient transport links while maintaining a more relaxed pace of life than larger metropolises. The city has a strong economy with opportunities in education, manufacturing, and technology, alongside good international schools and healthcare facilities. With affordable housing, vibrant local markets, parks, and cultural attractions, as well as a welcoming community, Nantong provides a high quality of life for both expatriates and families.
Please ask Edvectus for the full job description and for details of how to apply.
- Nantong, China
- August 2026 start
- Strong salary and benefits package
The prime responsibility of the Deputy Head of Boarding is to assist the Head of Boarding to provide a welcoming, safe and secure environment for all boarders. The Deputy Head of Boarding will work collaboratively with the Head of Boarding to oversee the wellbeing and welfare of our boarders and oversee the management of daily operations, rosters and leadership of staff in the Boarding House when the Head of Boarding is not present. After-hours and weekend work is required to meet the requirements of the role.
The Deputy Head of Boarding will also be responsible for designing and planning the weekend boarding programme for full boarders as well as running the Duke of Edinburgh programme. The teaching responsibility in taking CCA activities, will be allocated based on the school's needs.
The position is residential, and the post holder will be required to live in the accommodation as specified by the Head of Boarding during term time and contribute to all duties while pupils are living in school. In periods of absence from the House during term time, the post holder will arrange cover and all such absences should be pre-approved by the Head of Boarding.
BASIC QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's degree or above; Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years' teaching experience
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a middle leadership position
Previous experience of working in a Boarding house
First-Aid qualification
PREFERRED APTITUDES
Highly fluent and personable communicator, articulate and persuasive
Financially astute; commercially sharp
Build and develop relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
Detailed-oriented with excellent time management and editing skills
Warm, friendly, sympathetic and empathetic
The ability to use initiative and work proactively to find solutions or problems that arise, relying on reason, persuasion and common sense.
Appreciation and commitment to collegiate life, values and aims of our school
Globally minded and a positive "can do" approach
Part of a well-established group of schools in China, this campus opened in September 2022 and provides education for students aged 3 to 18. It is designed to accommodate around 2,000 students, with boarding facilities for several hundred pupils. The 80,000 m² campus features purpose-built facilities including specialist science and technology labs, art and design studios, extensive sports amenities with two swimming pools and a full athletics track, a large theatre and performing arts centre, multiple libraries, and modern boarding houses. The curriculum blends Chinese national standards with international best practices. Early Years follows a mixed EYFS-style approach, Primary combines the Chinese curriculum with bilingual learning, Junior High continues the bilingual model, and Senior High offers IGCSEs and A-Levels to prepare students for global university pathways. The school prioritises holistic development through academics, wellbeing, arts, sports, and a strong pastoral system supported by a house structure. Staff include experienced Chinese and international teachers, and the school continues to expand its year groups and programmes.
The school is located in Nantong, which is an attractive city for living and working thanks to its blend of modern development and cultural charm. Located on the Yangtze River near Shanghai, it offers convenient transport links while maintaining a more relaxed pace of life than larger metropolises. The city has a strong economy with opportunities in education, manufacturing, and technology, alongside good international schools and healthcare facilities. With affordable housing, vibrant local markets, parks, and cultural attractions, as well as a welcoming community, Nantong provides a high quality of life for both expatriates and families.
Please ask Edvectus for the full job description and for details of how to apply.
- Number Of Students:
- 650
- Regional Info:
- Nantong is an appealing place for expats to live and work because it blends a high standard of living with a relaxed, clean, and well-organized environment. The city offers modern infrastructure, convenient transportation links - including quick access to Shanghai - while remaining far more affordable than China’s major coastal hubs. Expats often appreciate its strong manufacturing and tech industries, which provide solid job opportunities, as well as its reputation for being safe, friendly, and less crowded. Nantong’s riverside parks, green spaces, and cultural sites make daily life pleasant, and the pace of the city allows newcomers to settle in comfortably without feeling overwhelmed.
- Tax Rate:
- Taxes typically 25-40%
- Benefits:
- Flights -yearly, Housing - provided, Medical or Health insurance, Tuition - free for dependants
- Suited To:
- Activity-typical land sporting types, Climate -moderate, Holiday destination - not typical
- Minimum Years Experience:
- 5.0
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Strongly prefer it
- Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
- N
- Visa Restriction:
- 2 years post qualification teaching exp requd, Younger than 60