Head of Boarding (Chengdu, China)

Location Chengdu
Discipline: Overseas Teaching
Job type: Permanent
Salary: 40K - 50K RMB + Medical insurance/ Flight allowance/ Reduced Teaching Workload/ Relocation Support/ Free school places
Contact name: Gareth Adams

Contact email: garetha@worldwide-teaching.com
Job ref: HOBCC
Published: about 4 hours ago

Job Title: Head of Boarding
Location: Chengdu, China
Start Date: August 2026

Job Description:
A well-established British international school in Chengdu is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head of Boarding to join their leadership team from August 2026. The school follows the British curriculum and is committed to providing a high-quality international education with a strong focus on student wellbeing, academic excellence, and holistic development.

This is a unique opportunity for a boarding professional to take on a leadership role within a supportive, well-resourced school environment in one of China’s most vibrant cities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all aspects of the boarding provision, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment

  • Oversee boarding staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management

  • Ensure full compliance with safeguarding and welfare standards

  • Promote a strong sense of community and positive boarding culture among students

  • Work closely with academic and pastoral staff to support student development and wellbeing

  • Act as a key liaison with parents and external agencies regarding boarding matters

Requirements:

  • Significant experience working in a boarding school environment, ideally in a leadership role

  • Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, PGDipEd, or equivalent)

  • Familiarity with the British or IB curriculum preferred

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Culturally adaptable, student-focused, and committed to high standards of care

Benefits:

  • Salary: 40,000 – 50,000 RMB/month (based on experience)

  • Housing: On-campus accommodation provided

  • Additional Benefits:

    • Medical insurance

    • Annual flight allowance

    • Reduced teaching workload

    • Relocation support

    • Free school places

To apply, contact Gareth at:
garetha@worldwide-teaching.com

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