Head of Primary (Chengdu, Cina)

Location Chengdu
Discipline: Overseas Teaching
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £6.1k - 6.7k per month + Accommodation/ Medical Insurance / Flight allowance/ Free child places
Contact name: Gareth Adams

Contact email: garetha@worldwide-teaching.com
Job ref: HOPCC
Published: about 5 hours ago

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

School Description:
A well-established British International School in Chengdu is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Primary to join its leadership team from August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving primary section within a reputable international school, offering a high-quality British education in one of China’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and management of the Primary School section.

  • Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.

  • Support and mentor teaching staff to maintain a culture of professional growth and collaboration.

  • Oversee curriculum planning and implementation in line with the British curriculum.

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that promotes student wellbeing and pastoral care.

  • Work closely with senior leadership to align whole-school objectives and maintain effective communication across departments.

Requirements:

  • Substantial leadership experience within a primary setting, ideally in a British curriculum school.

  • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., B.Ed., PGCE, or equivalent).

  • Proven ability to inspire staff and students while maintaining a strong focus on pastoral care and wellbeing.

  • Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary: 60,000 RMB per month (before tax)

  • Housing: Accommodation provided

  • Benefits: Medical insurance, flight allowance, relocation assistance, and free school places for children

  • Curriculum: British

 

To Apply:
Contact Gareth at: garetha@worldwide-teaching.com

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