Head of College Dulwich College Beijing
Dulwich College Beijing
Beijing
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2025
- Apply by:
- 18 September 2024
Job overview
Head of College
Dulwich College Beijing
Are you a visionary and inspiring leader looking for your next challenge?
Education in Motion (EiM) are pleased to invite applications for the role of Head of College at Dulwich College Beijing, commencing in August 2025.
Dulwich College Beijing is a leading international school and one of the highest performing schools in China. The College educates over 1,570 students aged 3 to 18, with over forty-five different nationalities represented across the diverse student body. With strong ties to Dulwich College, London (founded in 1619), Dulwich College Beijing opened its doors in 2005 and has since established itself as a world-class school.
Dulwich College Beijing emphasises academic excellence underpinned by creativity, it is distinctive for its robust student leadership programmes, outstanding pastoral care and vibrant, diverse and inclusive community. Academic results are impressive, with and IB average score of 37.1 in 2023. Students are encouraged to Live Worldwise, embracing intercultural learning, both inside and beyond the classroom. They are encouraged and supported to make informed choices, take inspired action and create a positive impact on society and the planet.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to steer one of the top performing international schools in Asia. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of academic leadership, impressive leadership qualities and first-class communication skills, along with a strong sense of ambition for the College. Experience of living and working in China will be highly advantageous.
For further information, please visit the school website: https://beijing.dulwich.org/
A candidate brief is available from www.odgers.com/91758
Letters of application and CVs should be sent by the closing date, 9.00am BST on Wednesday 18 September.
EiM are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers.
About Dulwich College Beijing
DCB is a special place to be. The College has forged an excellent global reputation for being a warm, caring and welcoming community, and a rewarding place to work. DCB students possess a thirst for learning and are highly motivated every day. We wish to attract inspirational, talented teachers who love teaching and want to have an impact on our students. DCB is an exciting place to teach and learn. Winner of several international awards in the last few years, including the 2022 International School Award for Pathways to Continued and University Education and the 2019 International School Award for Creativity in Learning, the College is dynamic, collaborative and has the highest goals and expectations for its staff and students. The environment is one of trust and respect, with ideas bubbling from all quarters. To the right candidate, working here will be an extremely rewarding experience. DCB continues to offer teachers continuous professional learning and opportunities to grow.
Further information can be found on the College website at beijing.dulwich.org.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
Education in Motion is committed to diversity within our team, organizational practices, policies and culture. We recognize that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make our work more relevant and approachable. Education in Motion 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.
Education in Motion strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works within to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as we aspire to best serve the Education in Motion mission and the community.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Education in Motion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all applicants to share the same. 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.
DCB Safeguarding Policy https://beijing.dulwich.org/our-college/safeguarding
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