Head of Art – Outstanding British School in Suzhou, China
Start Date: August 2025
About the School
Our school is a highly regarded British international school located in the vibrant and picturesque city of Suzhou. The school is committed to providing a holistic, high-quality education within a nurturing and inclusive environment. With state-of-the-art facilities and a creative curriculum rooted in the UK education system, the school encourages students to thrive academically and artistically.
The Role
We are seeking an inspiring and innovative Head of Art on behalf of our client to lead the Art Department. The ideal candidate will be passionate about visual arts, demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, and possess the leadership skills necessary to inspire both students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the department’s development and foster a dynamic and creative learning culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop the Art Department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
- Develop a creative curriculum that aligns with the UK National Curriculum and encourages artistic exploration.
- Inspire students of all abilities to engage with the arts and achieve their potential.
- Organise exhibitions, competitions, and enrichment activities, both within the school and in collaboration with the local community.
- Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment.
- Foster a positive and supportive environment for both students and staff.
- Manage the department budget and ensure resources are used effectively.
Essential Requirements
* A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS).
* A degree in Art, Art Education, or a related field.
* Experience teaching Art at secondary level, ideally within a British or international setting.
* Proven leadership or management experience within a school environment.
* A passion for creative arts and a commitment to inspiring students.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Adaptability to a new cultural environment and a willingness to engage with the wider school community.
Desirable Requirements
* Experience working in an international school.
* Familiarity with IGCSE and A-Level/IBDP curricula.
What We Offer
A competitive salary package.
Fully furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
Annual return flights to your home country.
Comprehensive medical insurance.
Professional development opportunities.
Free or subsidised tuition for staff children.
About Suzhou
Suzhou is a city of two halves. Downtown, old Suzhou is full of canals, stone bridges, pagodas and is famous for its ancient gardens dating back to the Song Dynasty. But it is also a modern city with good roads, rail links, an ever expanding underground metro system and modern apartments. On the east side of the Old City is Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), where the school is located. Despite the name, this area also has canals, is very green with wide roads and plentiful parks. The lake in the centre is great for walking, running or biking around. Most foreigners live in this area of the city where the infrastructure is excellent. The high speed trains mean Shanghai is only half an hour away and you can get to Beijing in about 5 hours, making it a great location for exploring the rest of China. Nearby airports are in Wuxi and Shanghai Hongqiao (45 minutes) while Shanghai Pudong airport is approximately 2 hours by car.
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in their care and expects all applicants to share this commitment.
Contact Win now on
+44 (0) 203 455 0195 or email me at
win@SeekTeachers.com for any further information.
