Leadership position in China
Exciting Leadership Opportunity: Deputy Secondary Principal – Wuhan, China
August 2026 Start
Are you an ambitious, collaborative, and student-centered educational leader eager to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Secondary Principal to join our client's thriving international school community in Wuhan, China, from August 2026.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in a dynamic, forward-thinking secondary school where innovation, inclusion, and academic excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
🎓 About the Role:
As Deputy Secondary Principal, you will work in close partnership with the Secondary Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across all areas of the Secondary School (Grades 6–12). You will lead initiatives that enhance teaching and learning, student well-being, and community engagement, ensuring that every student thrives both academically and personally.
Depending on your experience, your portfolio will focus on either Academic Leadership or Pastoral and Student Well-Being, while maintaining a whole-school leadership perspective.
You will be a visible, approachable leader who inspires staff, supports students, and fosters a vibrant, inclusive school culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategy: Support the Secondary Principal in the day-to-day management and long-term development of the Secondary School.
- Teaching & Learning: Lead initiatives to enhance instructional practice, curriculum design, and assessment across subject areas.
- Student Experience: Oversee pastoral care, well-being programs, and student leadership opportunities to ensure a nurturing and supportive environment.
- Faculty Development: Mentor and support teachers through coaching, professional learning, and performance management processes.
- Innovation & Improvement: Use data and research to drive continuous school improvement, ensuring excellence in both academic and personal growth outcomes.
- Community Engagement: Build positive, trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents through open communication and collaboration.
- Operational Oversight: Contribute to scheduling, staffing, policy development, and the implementation of school-wide initiatives.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the academic and pastoral leadership teams to ensure alignment and coherence across all aspects of school life.
About You:
You are an energetic, empathetic, and visionary educator who leads with integrity and a passion for student success. You bring:
*Demonstrated leadership experience in a secondary or whole-school context (e.g., Head of Department, Coordinator, Assistant Principal, or Deputy Principal).
*A strong understanding of international education, ideally with experience in the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Diploma Programme (DP).
*Proven ability to motivate and develop staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and reflective practice.
*Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across a diverse, multicultural community.
*A commitment to student well-being, inclusion, and holistic education.
*A Bachelor’s degree and teaching qualification (Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field preferred).
Why Join Our Client?
🌍 Global Vision: Be part of a progressive international school community that values curiosity, creativity, and global citizenship.
🧑🏫 Professional Growth: Access extensive leadership development and professional learning opportunities within a supportive network.
🌆 Dynamic Location: Experience life in Wuhan — a vibrant, modern city that blends rich Chinese culture with a thriving international community.
💼 Attractive Package: Competitive salary and benefits including housing allowance, relocation support, medical insurance, and annual flights.
This is an exceptional opportunity to grow as a leader and make a lasting impact in a school committed to excellence, innovation, and care. If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we would love to hear from you.
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