Very Competitive

Full Time, Fixed Term

31 May 2025

CREATE YOUR FUTURE


Location: No. 99 Jiangcheng Road, Suxitong Park, Nantong, Jiangsu, China


We’re looking to recruit a International Principal to join our NAS Nantong.


THE SCHOOL


NAS Nantong opens in September 2019 and provides a state of the art teaching and learning environment to up to 1728 students. The unique international learning experience at NAS Nantong will offer students aged 6 -18 years old the best of eastern and western education resources and philosophies. The bilingual curriculum will be based on the Jiangsu K-12 curriculum blended with globally respected international curriculum elements and teaching methods. Students will gain a solid foundation of Chinese culture, whilst equipping them with the knowledge and skills they will need to be successful in an increasingly globalised world. The school is located in Nantong Sutong area, the campus covers an area of 71 acres, which can accommodate 1728 students and 864 boarders; providing the perfect environment for a well-rounded education.


THE ROLE
We’ll look to you to lead and build a united team, driving the performance, culture and ethos of the school, delivering outstanding academic achievements of the students and high parent satisfaction whilst continuing to grow school enrolment and growth. Take overall responsibility for the organisation and management of the school in providing inspirational vision and leadership for teaching and learning; driving student enrolment to achieve targets through effective marketing of the school; day-to-day management, organisation and administration; attraction of talent, retention and effective management of staff.


ABOUT YOU
Leadership & Management:

• Lead and manage the PE department, including oversight of PE staff and coordination of departmental activities.
• Develop and implement the PE curriculum in both English and Mandarin, ensuring it meets international standards and aligns with the school’s bilingual approach.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide professional development opportunities for PE staff.

Curriculum Development & Instruction:

• Design and deliver engaging and age-appropriate PE lessons that cater to diverse student needs and abilities.
• Integrate bilingual elements into the PE curriculum to enhance students' language skills alongside physical development.
• Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the PE program through regular assessment and feedback.

Student Development:

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages students to participate actively in physical activities and sports.
• Develop programs and initiatives to promote students' physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Organize and oversee school sports events, competitions, and extracurricular activities.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with other departments, especially those involved in the bilingual aspects of the curriculum, to ensure a cohesive educational experience.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff about PE program goals, progress, and events.
• Maintain positive relationships with external organizations and sports associations to enhance the school’s PE offerings.

ABOUT NORD ANGLIA SCHOOL NANTONG (NAS Nantong)
Opening in September 2019, NAS Nantong bilingual school will provide a state of the art, world-class teaching and learning environment with a total student capacity of 1,728. Providing a unique blended learning experience, NAS Nantong will offer students the best of eastern and western education resources and philosophies for students aged 6 - 18. The bilingual programme will be based on the Chinese K-12 curriculum blended with globally respected international teaching pedagogy and education resources. Students will experience a solid foundation of Chinese culture,whilst equipping them with the knowledge and skills they will need to be successful in an increasingly globalised world.
As part of the Nord Anglia Education family of schools, it shares resources and knowledge with 56 other schools around the world. The Global Campus will connect NAS Nantong students with other Nord Anglia Education schools based in 29 different countries worldwide. Students will be able to extend their international experience through opportunities to learn abroad, to connect with more than 64,000 students through the innovative online platform and to take advantage of exciting experiences and expeditions.
Through our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT and UNICEF, we embrace innovation to ensure students and teachers have the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in the future.
Fast Facts:
1. The school offers a progressive blend of core elements of the Chinese National Curriculum with renowned international curricula, taught in Mandarin Chinese and English
2. The school’s capacity is 1,728 students, with boarding facilities to accommodate 864 students.
3. World-class school facilities include:
Specialist classrooms for science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM)
Outstanding performing arts facilities including auditorium, drama and dance studios, a black box theatre and music practice rooms
Extensive sports facilities; full-sized indoor gymnasium, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, a full-sized grass football pitch, basketball courts, tennis courts, and an athletic area and indoor athletics and activity area.
ABOUT NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION
Nord Anglia Education is the world's leading premium schools organization, with campuses located across 29 countries in North America, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, our 66 schools educate more than 64,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary school. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our schools, students, teachers and staff, and we inspire every child who attends a Nord Anglia Education school to achieve more than they ever imagined possible.
Every parent wants their child to excel — so do we. Nord Anglia Education schools deliver high quality, transformational education and ensure excellent academic outcomes by going beyond traditional learning. Our global scale enables us to recruit and retain world-leading teachers and to offer unforgettable experiences through global and regional events, while our engaging learning environments ensure all of our students’ love coming to school.
Nord Anglia Education was founded in 1972 in the United Kingdom. The name Nord Anglia was chosen because of the company’s beginnings in the north of England. We initially offered learning services such as English as a foreign language classes and grew during the 1980s by opening full-scale nurseries and kindergartens. In 1992, we opened our first international school, the British School of Warsaw. In the 2000s, Nord Anglia Education began a strategic focus on premium international schools, with rapid growth in Asia, the Americas, China and across Europe and the Middle East. A truly international organisation, NAE now operates premium international schools worldwide. In July 2019, Nord Anglia Education has relocated its headquarters from Hong Kong to London, enabling even stronger growth in the future.