Director of Sixth Form and Data Systems, Randstad

Randstad

Location:
China, Chengdu

Category:
Education

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Salary:

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Job Description:

This is the first international school of a highly prestigious UK girl's school - a vibrant, co-educational day school offering a full British Curriculum enhanced with the best elements of Chinese culture and learning. The school uses an immersion learning approach with each class taught by an international and a Chinese teacher. A commitment to academic excellence is upheld, but the school also holds true to the values and ideals that underpin the parent school which includes the important role the arts will play, with music, art and drama playing a central role in the curriculum. Students will understand the importance of life beyond academic excellence. Teachers will have access to a comprehensive L&D scheme, as well as close links with the UK parent school, to ensure plenty of opportunity to share ideas with UK counterparts.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and inspire a dynamic student community of intelligent, enthusiastic and creative individuals
Create a purposeful, supportive environment to help students make the best of their many talents
Oversee all aspects of the educational provision for Sixth Form students, including academic progress and pastoral well-being
Manage the day-to-day running of the Sixth Form
Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and key staff
Develop an educational programme for the Sixth Form that fosters a culture of intellectual inquiry and independence
Prepare students for their next steps beyond the School
Oversee the work of the Head of Careers
Manage the university and college application process
Promote the Sixth Form both inside and outside the school
Participate in the Sixth Form admissions process
Oversee the school's IT and data systems, data protection and their relevant policies

Requirements:

Minimum Bachelor's Degree with PGCE/QTS or Bachelor of Education Degree with QTS
Minimum two years' teaching experience at a UK or international school
Demonstrable experience of working in safeguarding at an advanced level in a leadership or management capacity
Experience of responsibility at a senior management level would be a distinct advantage
Experience of safeguarding in a UK context
Experience of leading training sessions for staff members
Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language
Good understanding of the UK regulatory framework around safeguarding
Good Communication Skills
Good teamwork and Collaborative Skills
Familiarity with the National Curriculum of England (plus IGCSE/GCSE and/or A Levels as appropriate)
Resilience and a good sense of humour
Fairness, Kindness and Warmth
Interest in wider issues relating to student wellbeing
Understanding of how UK safeguarding principles operate in a Chinese context
Interest in wider educational research and practice
Ability to understand, empathise with and enjoy the culture, ethos and values
Flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures and situations
Sound judgement, with the ability to make reasoned, reasonable and balanced decisions
A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
A willingness to confront difficult issues and have difficult conversations
A willingness to explore innovative approaches from across the educational field
Excellent interpersonal skills, with an even-handed, sensitive approach, an understanding and empathy with the feelings and motives of others, able to see things from the perspective of others
Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age & ethnic background
A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check (for applicants who have never worked in the UK) and no question regarding suitability to work with children

What we offer:

Competitive Salary
Housing and utilities allowance
Annual airfare allowance
Visa assistance
Medical, dental and life insurance
Investment/retirement scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 04, 2025

Expiration:
July 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Director of Sixth Form and Data Systems

Randstad

Location:China, Chengdu

Category:Education

Contract Type:Not provided