Head of Art – Dulwich Int. High School Programme Suzhou

About Role

We are looking for a skillful, caring and innovative Head of Art who will support this already very strong team to further elevate all aspects of the student experience. Academics are important, and impressive exam grades are a non-negotiable, however visual art at DHSZ is about so much more than this. The successful candidate will be a good communicator and collaborator, who is able to engage students with widely ranging previous experiences to discover and nurture their artistic talents, whilst developing essential skills such as communication, collaboration, and confidence.

We strongly believe in nurturing student’s creative ideas and interests by providing a safe learning environment where every student can develop and grow with the support of a dedicated specialist teacher. Our values are hinged around the pursuit of excellence through kindness, respect and patience. We currently follow the A Level and IGCSE programs for graphic communication and fine art as well as a collaboration with Marquette University. Therefore, we are looking for an adaptable educator who values professional development and is willing to broaden their own skill set, and support colleagues to do likewise.

The postholder will expertly develop the curriculum and the team so that students have the skills, understandings, and knowledge to apply their learning outside of the classroom and be well-prepared for success at university at beyond. Currently about 20-25 students each year progress from our school to leading Arts colleges around the world, such as RISD, UAL and Parsons. As a school, we seek to embrace emerging technologies to support innovation of learning and we always ensure that students are at the centre of our decision-making processes.

Position Start Date: August 2025