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Business unit
Hiba Academy Hangzhou
Working Calendar
Academic

Description & Requirements

Why Choose Wellington? 

  1. Professional Growth: 
  • Tailored professional development pathways for all staff. 
  • Comprehensive CPD programs covering teaching methodologies, cultural awareness, and non-academic skills such as public speaking and finance. 
  • Three specialized leadership programs for middle, senior, and high-potential leaders. 
  • An internal coaching program designed to help you thrive. 

 

  1. Exceptional Benefits: 
  • Highly competitive salary package. 
  • High-quality, fully furnished housing. 
  • Annual return airfare for employees and dependents. 
  • Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and dependents. 
  • Full tuition support for up to two school-age children (3 years and above). 
  • Full visa application support. 

 

  1. Life in Hangzhou: 
  • A modern, forward-thinking city surrounded by natural beauty and rich culture. 
  • Home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, West Lake. 
  • A thriving tech hub, hosting giants like Alibaba, with widespread cashless convenience. 
  • Just 45 minutes by high-speed train to Shanghai. 


BASIC QUALIFICATION

Education: Bachelor’s degree or above, PGCE/QTS, NPQH would be an advantage

Language: Native English speaker

Working experience: A minimum of 10 years of working experience in education required

Management experience: Previous Head of School experience is essential; Experience of working at a senior level in the UK is desirable; Experience of working in a school with bilingual children

 

EXPERTISE

  • Broad knowledge of the primary school education system including curriculum design and staff development
  • An appreciation of bilingual education approaches and models, or the desire to develop appreciation and expertise
  • Strong pedagogical knowledge and understanding
  • Extensive expertise in the Primary phase; knowledge of secondary and/or early years including transition an advantage

 

PREFERRED APTITUDES

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and preferably proven ability to communicate effectively with different types of people and in a cross-culture environment
  • Strong grasp of international best practices in education 
  • Strong passion for education and pleasure in working with young people
  • Proven ability to work with metrics, numbers and trends, and develop recommendations for action based on analysis
  • Personal integrity, accountability and credibility
  • Strong mindset for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations
  • Commitment to quality and attention to detail
  • Demonstrate competence in areas such as IT, budgeting, personnel development and information systems
  • Experience of working in bilingual schools would also be an advantage