We are looking for a Head of Primary (Prep School) for a British international school located in Foshan. This position is available from August 2027 for the 2027/28 academic year.
About the school
This is a British international school in Foshan, teaching an English National Curriculum pathway with a Prep School for its younger students. Support is in place for English as an Additional Language and for students with additional learning needs. The school has an established leadership structure, with clear policies for performance management, safeguarding and pastoral care, and the role reports directly to the Headteacher.
Job details
Lead teaching and learning across the Prep School, setting a clear vision and modelling excellent classroom practice
Line manage and appraise Prep staff, supporting their development and planning for succession
Oversee curricular planning, implementation and review in line with the School Development Plan
Take responsibility for assessment, including internal papers, external examination entries and predicted grades
Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for the Prep School and uphold high standards of pastoral care
Chair Prep teacher meetings and assemblies, and contribute to the Senior Leadership Team
Manage the Prep budget, resources and inventory
Teach lessons as required alongside the leadership responsibilities
Requirements
Excellent spoken and written English
Bachelor's degree or above, together with a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE or QTS
Substantial primary or prep teaching experience, including previous leadership responsibility
Familiarity with the English National Curriculum preferred
Enthusiastic, responsible, and a strong team player in a multicultural setting
Salary and benefits
Annual salary of 400,000 to 650,000 RMB, commensurate with experience and background, and negotiable for the right candidate
On-campus furnished staff apartment
International standard medical cover for the employee and dependants, worldwide excluding the United States
Relocation support, with economy flights between the home country and Foshan provided for the employee and dependants at the start and end of the contract, plus shipping and assistance with personal effects
Annual flight allowance of up to 14,000 RMB for the employee and an adult dependant, and up to 12,000 RMB per child
Free school places for up to two children at the school
Paid sick leave of up to 7 days
Summer and winter holidays
Public holidays