The Head of School role is the most senior management position in an ESF kindergarten, reporting to the Principal of Quarry Bay Primary School. This exciting opportunity involves leading and managing a new ESF Kindergarten, providing strategic leadership and overseeing a broad curriculum and functional areas across the school.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to foster a vibrant learning environment for young children.
- Develop and implement engaging and play-based experiences through the IB Primary Years Programme that cater to the individual needs of each learner, promoting holistic growth.
- Ensure a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere where children feel valued, respected, and encouraged to explore their interests.
- Utilise innovative teaching strategies and resources, including hands-on activities and interactive play, to engage students and support diverse learning styles.
- Assess and monitor educational progress, offering constructive feedback to guide each child's learning journey.
- Collaborate with parents and caregivers, maintaining open communication about their children’s development and milestones.
- Lead professional development initiatives for staff, fostering a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement.
- Inspire a love of learning and creativity, cultivating an environment that ignites curiosity and imagination.
- Establish a safe and inclusive space that promotes well-being and effective child safeguarding measures.
- Work proactively and constructively with the Quarry Bay primary school to ensure alignment, collaboration and belonging.
At ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten, you’ll be part of a dynamic community that prioritises early childhood education. Our new facility will enhance the ESF experience, providing parents with a guaranteed through-train to primary and secondary school placements for their children. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to inspire a generation of curious minds and shape the leaders and global citizens of tomorrow!
General Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education (Early Childhood Education) or a Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a Postgraduate in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent, qualifying you to teach children aged 3-5.
- Certificate/Diploma in Education (PGCE/PGDE)
- Proven leadership experience in a kindergarten, with experience in setting up a new school/kindergarten being desirable.
- Experience in early years curriculum and pedagogy
Click the link below to see the standard competencies and capabilities required to be a kindergarten school teacher at an ESF school
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.
ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.
In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.
About Us
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.
There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.
About the Team
ESF Quarry Bay School aims to encourage a love of learning by providing learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom that help to develop confident, happy and successful learners who are curious about the world. We have 40 different nationalities represented in our school contributing to a rich and diverse learning environment.
We feel that all children have talents which can be developed and that all children can succeed. Providing equality of opportunity irrespective of race, gender, religion or disability for all children, is a vital aspect of our personal and social education policy which permeates all aspects of life in school. We encourage our students to care for each other and to develop as responsible, global citizens who can make a difference.
QBS prides itself on its quality relationships; students and adults work collaboratively and support each other enabling all to reach their full potential. Children with a range of learning needs are effectively supported by the school’s Individual Needs team. The school makes provision for children with moderate learning difficulties through the support of a specialist Learning Support teacher.
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