Ambright Education Group is very proud to be one of the first two institutions that introduced United States Advanced Placement (AP) courses to China in 2008. Currently, the Ambright Education Group has established 11 American High School Programs (AHSP) with local elite high schools in Eastern and Central China.

In addition, Ambright Education Group also established three international schools in 2018.

Job Profile:

Ambright Education is seeking an experienced, visionary, and cross-culturally adept leader to serve as the Principal / Head of School at our bilingual school. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the school, ensuring high academic standards, effective school operations, student/teacher wellbeing, and sustainable strategic development.

Working closely with the Chinese leadership team and the Group, the Principal / Head of School will lead faculty development, oversee academic programmes, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and ensure compliance with relevant educational regulations and accreditation requirements.

Job Details:

Responsibilities:

Job Duties
With full operational and resource support from Ambright Education headquarters, you will undertake the following core leadership and management responsibilities:

1.School Leadership and Strategic Planning: Lead the overall operation and strategic development of the school, covering academic standards, school operations, student pastoral care, and long-term institutional planning.
2.Faculty Recruitment and Development: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing faculty comprising both international and Chinese teaching staff. Oversee recruitment, induction, performance appraisal, professional development, and staff retention.
3.Academic Leadership: Oversee curriculum delivery, assessment, and student academic performance across A-Level, AP, AST, or other relevant international education pathways. Drive continuous improvement in teaching quality and academic outcomes.
4.Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the school in communications with parents, educational authorities, inspectors, accreditation bodies, partner universities, and other external stakeholders.
5.Group Collaboration and Regulatory Compliance: Work closely with the Chinese leadership team and Group management to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and educational standards, while aligning school operations with the Group’s strategic objectives.
6.Safeguarding and Student Wellbeing: Hold overall responsibility for student safeguarding, pastoral care, and wellbeing, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications:

1.Leadership Experience: At least 8 years of experience in educational leadership, including a minimum of 3 years as a Principal, Head of School, or Deputy Head at an international or bilingual school in the UK or the US.
2.Educational Qualifications: A bachelor's degree and a recognized teaching qualification are required. A master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field is preferred.
3.English Proficiency: Native-level English proficiency, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4.Academic Excellence: A proven track record of improving academic outcomes, teaching quality, and student performance across international curriculum pathways.
5.Accreditation Experience: Demonstrated experience leading or managing school accreditation or curriculum authorization processes, such as CIS, WASC, Cambridge, or College Board.
6.Cross-Cultural Leadership: Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with a Chinese-led school environment, a predominantly Chinese faculty and parent community, and international stakeholders.
7.Strategic and Operational Management: Strong strategic planning, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex school operations and lead continuous improvement.

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