Early Years Deputy Head - Beijing, China - August 2022

This highly regarded international school in the capital city of China is looking for an innovative, motivated and higlhy experienced Deputy Head of Early Years to work with the Head Teacher to lead and manage the Early Years School. The Deputy Head will oversee the academic aspects of the school and manage the school’s daily life ensuring students come first. The postholder will have a drive for high standards and robust systems. They will be passionate about school development and educational innovation, leading by example when implementing and managing change initiatives. They will be instrumental in building team spirit, a shared culture, and a positive climate. It is essential that they adopt a values-based approach to their behaviours, interactions, and decision-making. PLEASE ASK EDVECTUS FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION.

The school are looking for candidates with the following education, skills and knowledge:
• At least 3 years of management experience
• At least 7 years of teaching experience
• Early Childhood education experience
• Bachelor's degree and recognised teaching qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Previous leadership / responsibility position
• School curriculum – English National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage
• Inquiry-based learning
• EAL provision
• SEN provision
• Current educational issues and up to date curriculum developments
• Application of effective learning and teaching strategies that attain high levels of student achievement
• Expertise to secure students’ wellbeing and belonging and enable students to become resilient learners
• A clear focus on learning and robust systems
• Prior experience as an deputy head or assistant head is preferable

The school offers a very competitive salary and benefits package that includes 2 flights per year, accommodation, medical insurance and relocation allowance amongst other benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity both professionally and personally not only to add a solid contribution to your developing resume but to be able to explore a culturally and historically stunning part of the world. Interested applicants should contact their Edvectus advisor without hesitation and be prepared to demonstrate attributes that will match you against an overseas teaching opportunity which will demand an adjustment of your expectations and challenge your cultural astuteness.