Welcome to Harrow Shanghai! We are a high-performing and market-leading international British curriculum school located in one of the most exciting cities in the world.
We offer an independent, British international education from Early Years to Upper Sixth within a modern and purpose-built campus just 35 minutes from the centre of the city. Shanghai is a great city, life is dynamic and varied, and there is a sense of energy and drive everywhere.
The School was launched in September 2016 and has grown into one of China's leading international schools. Harrow Shanghai pupils are engaged, aspirational and hard working, their parents are highly supportive and the staff are committed and close-knit. The community is exceptionally strong. Pupils achieve highly both within and outside the classroom and go on to enter many of the world's most competitive universities, including Oxbridge. Over the last four years, our Upper Sixth leavers have achieved an average of close to 75% A*/A grades across all A Levels taken. IGCSE results are also impressive, as is the progress achieved by our younger pupils.
Harrow is, though, about much more than simply outstanding academic results. Our pupils excel in a wide range of fields, including music, drama, sport and the arts, as well as involving themselves in service to the local community.
The School is seeking an exceptional Head of English to commence in post in August 2025. This is a significant position, as the Head of English oversees a high-performing English team and works alongside a strong group of academic middle leaders in the Upper School.
It is a role suited to a literature specialist who enjoys taking small groups of pupils to outstanding A Level English Literature results: we expect 80% of Year 12 and 13 pupils this year to achieve A or A* in their AS and A Level exams.
The role is therefore ideal for an experienced teacher, based either in the UK or overseas, seeking a role in one of the most academically strong schools in China within a supportive and growing group of schools. AISL, who operate all eleven Harrow schools in Asia, offer a range of high quality professional development opportunities, and are keen to meet and develop potential leaders who will be able to pursue their careers in our schools.
The post holder will also be an outstanding teacher! All teachers, including the Head Master, have a timetabled class, and we always look for teachers who have a love of teaching, the ability to challenge a wide range of pupil abilities, and who take a real pleasure in the company of children.
Successful applicants can expect a generous salary, a performance-related bonus, accommodation, medical and flight benefits, and 100% tuition fees remission for up to two children.
How to apply:
Please apply directly on our portal:
If you have any questions, please also feel free to contact the Head Master, Alex Reed, directly on Alexander.reed@harrowshanghai.cn
Harrow Shanghai is committed to safeguarding the children in our care and their welfare is our top priority. All adults in the School community are expected to follow its Child Protection procedures and are required to undertake safeguarding checks.