Head of Boarding (Chengdu, China)

Location Chengdu
Discipline: Overseas Teaching
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Gareth Adams

Contact email: garetha@worldwide-teaching.com
Job ref: HOBDINCC
Published: about 1 month ago

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

School Description:
A British International School in Chengdu, China is seeking an experienced Head of Boarding to join from August 2026. The school follows the British curriculum and offers a high-quality international education within a supportive boarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the boarding provision across the school

  • Oversee student welfare, safeguarding, and pastoral care

  • Support the personal, social, and academic development of boarding students

  • Manage boarding staff and contribute to their professional development

  • Ensure high standards of care, wellbeing, and boarding operations

Requirements:

  • A minimum of two years' experience serving as a Head of Boarding within an international school setting

  • Strong leadership and organisational skills

  • Experience in pastoral care and student wellbeing

  • Previous leadership experience within a boarding environment is essential

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary: ¥500,000 – ¥600,000 RMB per annum

  • Accommodation: Accommodation provided

  • Benefits: Annual flight allowance, medical cover, and dependent school places

Curriculum: British

To Apply:
Please contact Gareth at
Garetha@worldwide-teaching.com

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