Principal for XJTLU Basic Education Group (Futian District, Shenzhen)

Principal for XJTLU Basic Education Group (Futian District, Shenzhen)

School/Academy: Academy of Future Education – XIPU Basic Education Group,Futian District, Shenzhen

Position: Principal for XJTLU Basic Education Group (Futian District, Shenzhen)

Location: Shenzhen, China

Application Deadline: Open until filled

About Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

In 2006, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was founded by a partnership between the University of Liverpool, UK, and Xi’an Jiaotong University, China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students studying in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK. There are currently about 2,500 staff, including more than 1,300 academic staff from over 60 countries. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 120 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses.

With a focus on innovative education and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At the same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from the West and the East.

The year 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of XJTLU. As part of its strategic priorities for the coming decade, the university is entering a new and exciting phase of development. XJTLU continues to innovate in education models, and is now transitioning from a collection of distinct approaches toward a unified, integrated Academy model – a syntegrative ecosystem designed to break down silos, enhance agility, and solidify XJTLU’s position at the forefront of global education and research.

For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn.

About the Academy of Future Education

The Academy of Future Education of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is an educational innovation ecosystem that focuses on research, exploration, support, and dissemination of philosophy and best practices for future education. The core mission of the Academy is to impact education innovation and reform in China and beyond through a variety of projects and programmes, based on fundamental approaches in educational innovation and systemic development designed to contribute to the future of education. The Academy supports individuals and institutions at all levels, including all the K-15 schools as well as vocational education and higher education institutions.

About XIPU Basic Education Group, Futian District, Shenzhen

XJTLU Basic Education Group (the “Group”) is a district-level public basic education group jointly established by the People’s Government of Futian District, Shenzhen and Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool

University (XJTLU). Guided by the core educational philosophy of “student-centred, research-led, interest-driven and development-oriented” education, the Group is committed to the vision of “exploring new models of education and influencing approaches to educational reform” and to developing an integrated 15-year education system. The Group currently comprises seven schools: one high school, one junior high school, three nine-year schools, one primary school and one kindergarten, forming an integrated talent-development pathway extending from kindergarten to university. With the “XIPU Class” as a key educational platform, the Group places particular emphasis on developing students’ international and digital literacy. It is also building a research-oriented teacher development system, a mental health support system for teachers and students, and a home-school partnership platform. Through interdisciplinary project-based and problem-oriented learning, the Group seeks to cultivate future-ready talent, localise and innovatively apply XJTLU’s advanced educational philosophy in Shenzhen, and actively explore a “Futian Model” for innovation and development in public basic education.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be nominated by Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and appointed by the Education Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen, in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures. Under the leadership of the Group Party Committee, the appointee will assume overall responsibility for the Group’s strategic planning and implementation and will concurrently serve as principal of the Group’s core senior high school. The principal responsibility of the role is to embed the educational principles of being student-centred, interest-driven, research-led and growth-oriented systematically across all member schools, while coordinating university resources to support educational reform and the Group’s substantive development. Specific responsibilities include:

1. Strategic Planning and Implementation

1.1 Formulate the Group’s medium- and long-term development strategy and annual objectives in alignment with XJTLU’s overall education strategy and Futian District’s basic education development plan; submit these, following review and approval by the Group Party organisation in accordance with prescribed procedures, to XJTLU and the Futian District Education Bureau for record; and organise their implementation.

1.2 Within Futian District’s education governance framework, coordinate the substantive development and distinctive positioning of all member schools within the K–15 integrated education system, and promote mechanisms for collaborative teaching research, resource sharing and joint quality evaluation.

1.3 Establish and refine inter-school coordination and deliberation mechanisms; convene regular joint meetings of Group principals and education and teaching seminars; and lead the preparation and chairing of the Group’s annual work conference.

2. Embedding the Educational Philosophy and Advancing Education and Teaching Reform

2.1 Develop a deep understanding of, and strong commitment to, the Group’s core educational principles; translate them into actionable implementation frameworks for all member schools; and guide each school in adapting these principles to its own context.

2.2 While ensuring full compliance with the national curriculum plan and curriculum standards, lead the exploration of integrated, interdisciplinary school-based curricula; advance innovative pedagogies such as project-based learning; and explore effective curricular pathways that connect and vertically integrate basic education with higher education.

2.3 Concurrently serve as principal of the Group’s core senior high school, with overall responsibility for education, teaching and day-to-day school management, and advance curriculum reform and the development of innovative talent through distinctive initiatives such as the “XIPU Class”.

2.4 Lead teaching innovation through a research-led approach, encouraging teachers to embed inquiry, problem-solving and critical thinking in everyday classroom practice.

3. Brand Development and Educational Ecosystem Building

3.1 Lead the development of the Group’s brand strategy; synthesise, articulate and disseminate innovative practices from member schools; and enhance the Group’s demonstrative leadership and social impact in Futian District, Shenzhen and the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area through academic forums, education white papers and other channels.

3.2 Promote a robust home–school partnership system that helps parents understand the substance and value of the Group’s educational philosophy and fosters an educational community based on shared responsibility.

4. Teacher Development and Organisational Capacity Building

4.1 Systematically deepen teachers’ understanding and application of the Group’s core educational principles, translating the philosophy into everyday teaching practice through focused professional development, cross-school teaching research, collaborative research projects and professional learning at XJTLU.

4.2 Coordinate the formulation and implementation of professional development plans for teachers across all member schools, and establish differentiated, tiered and category-specific development mechanisms within Futian District’s teacher development framework.

4.3 Support the professional growth of the Group’s and member schools’ leadership teams, strengthening educational leadership and curriculum leadership through specialised training, academic exchange and cross-school secondments.

4.4 Strengthen the ongoing education, management and support of teachers and other personnel in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and enter into, terminate or end employment contracts with teachers in accordance with relevant provisions. Uphold democratic governance, report regularly to the staff representatives’ congress (or staff assembly), and safeguard the lawful rights and interests of teachers, students and other staff members.

5. Administrative Support, Safety and Stability

5.1 Oversee the administration of the Group and its core senior high school, and formulate and implement plans for major construction projects, the disposal of significant assets and the allocation of key educational resources.

5.2 Formulate and implement the annual budget and major expenditure plans, and strengthen financial management and internal audit oversight.

5.3 Rigorously implement the campus safety accountability system and ensure the effective operation of campus safety and stability measures, food safety controls and logistical support services.

6. Coordination with XJTLU and the Futian District Education Bureau

6.1 Fully implement the policies, requirements and work arrangements of the Futian District Education Bureau, and willingly accept its guidance and supervision.

6.2 Serve as a bridge between XJTLU and the Group’s member schools; coordinate access to XJTLU resources and provide member schools with resource and academic support; and support XJTLU in conducting educational pilots, research initiatives and related projects within the Group.

6.3 Safeguard and enhance the public standing of the Group and its member schools; establish and refine a two-way communication mechanism between XJTLU and the Futian District Education Bureau; and report regularly on progress to the Group Party organisation, XJTLU’s Chief Education Officer and the Futian District Education Bureau.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

1. Basic Requirements

1.1 Be a citizen of the People’s Republic of China.

1.2 Support the leadership of the Communist Party of China and the socialist system, and comply with the Constitution and laws of the People’s Republic of China.

1.3 Demonstrate sound political integrity and ethical conduct, a strong commitment to education, and a high level of dedication and responsibility.

1.4 Possess the professional knowledge, expertise or skills required for the position.

1.5 Meet the physical requirements of the position.

1.6 Meet all other eligibility requirements specified in this recruitment announcement and the position requirements.

2. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s degree and a bachelor’s-level academic qualification, be aged 45 or below, and hold a senior professional title at associate-senior level or above. For applicants holding a full-senior professional title, the age limit may be relaxed to 50. Applicants must currently serve as the principal of a public senior high school, or have at least three years’ experience as a vice-principal of a public senior high school.

All other conditions being equal, preference will be given to applicants who have received any of the following honours, or honours at an equivalent level:

2.1 National-level honours, or equivalent recognition, such as National Model for Teaching and Educating, National Model Teacher, National Outstanding Teacher, National Advanced Worker in the Education System (Outstanding Worker), National May 1 Labour Medal, National Outstanding Educator, National Outstanding Primary or Secondary School Class Teacher, National Outstanding Moral Education Teacher in Primary and Secondary Schools, or National Outstanding Moral Education Worker in Primary and Secondary Schools; or a Certificate of Special Government Allowance from the State Council.

2.2 Having been conferred or recognized by educational administrative departments at or above the provincial level with honors or titles of equivalent standing, such as Special-grade Teacher, Subject Leader, or Backbone Teacher; or with honors such as Outstanding Principal, Outstanding Teacher, Outstanding Class Teacher, or Outstanding Educator; or having received a Teaching Achievement Award evaluated by educational administrative departments at or above the provincial level.

3. Applications Will Not Be Accepted from Individuals Who:

3.1 Have received disciplinary sanctions under Party or administrative rules, or are currently under investigation by the relevant authorities where no conclusion has yet been reached.

3.2 Have been lawfully listed as a target of joint disciplinary measures for serious untrustworthiness.

3.3 Have received a criminal penalty imposed by a judicial authority.

3.4 Have been expelled from the Communist Party of China.

3.5 Have been dismissed from public service.

3.6 Have failed to achieve a rating of Qualified or above in any annual performance assessment during the past three years.

3.7 Are ineligible for appointment during any other prescribed restriction period.

3.8 Fall under any other circumstance stipulated by applicable laws or regulations.

Career Development

• Competitive remuneration, together with a clear career development pathway and an annual performance review mechanism.

• Professional development opportunities and training.

How To Apply

Please submit your application via the application link on the official Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University website.

All application materials must be combined into a single PDF file and presented in the following order:

• Cover letter: Explain how you meet the criteria set out in this position description, clearly identifying three priority areas in which you could contribute and the course modules you would be able to teach.

• Current curriculum vitae: Include your date of birth, nationality and highest level of educational attainment.

• Contact details for three referees.

For enquiries about this position, please contact the Executive Dean at Xiaojun.Zhang@xjtlu.edu.cn or the HR representative at Zhi.Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn .

深圳市福田区西交利物浦大学基础教育集团总校长

学校/学院：未来教育学院—西交利物浦大学基础教育集团

招聘职位：深圳市福田区西交利物浦大学基础教育集团总校长

工作地点：深圳

招聘截止日期：招满即止

关于西交利物浦大学

西交利物浦大学（XJTLU）成立于2006年，由英国利物浦大学与中国西安交通大学合作创办。学校致力于提供独具特色的国际化教育体验，汇聚两所母校卓越的科研实践与专业优势，培养学生在全球就业市场中所需的知识、技能与综合能力。目前，西浦在苏州及英国利物浦两地共有超过25,000名在校生，教职员工约2,500人，其中包括来自60多个国家和地区的1,300余名学术人员。学校面向本科生和研究生开设120余个专业项目，课程体系丰富多元。

西浦聚焦教育创新与科研发展，充分发挥两所母校的优势，并在促进英国及其他国际合作伙伴深入参与中国教育与科研合作方面发挥重要桥梁作用。同时，学校积极探索未来教育，通过融合东西方教育理论、最佳实践与文化，持续推动教育创新。

2026年是西交利物浦大学建校20周年。作为未来十年战略重点的一部分，学校正迈入全新的发展阶段。西浦持续推进教育模式创新，目前正从多种相对独立的教育模式向统一、融合的学院（Academy）模式转型，构建协同融合型（syntegrative）生态系统，旨在打破组织壁垒、提升敏捷性，并进一步巩固西浦在全球教育与科研创新前沿的地位。

有关学校的详细信息，请访问：www.xjtlu.edu.cn。

关于未来教育学院

西交利物浦大学未来教育学院是一个聚焦未来教育理念与最佳实践研究、探索、支持及传播的教育创新生态系统。学院以教育创新与系统性发展为基本路径，通过多元项目与专业计划，致力于推动中国乃至全球的教育创新与改革，为未来教育发展作出贡献。学院面向各层级个人与机构提供支持，覆盖K-15学校、职业教育机构及高等教育机构。

关于深圳市福田区西交利物浦大学基础教育集团

深圳市福田区西交利物浦大学基础教育集团（以下简称“集团”）是由深圳市福田区人民政府与西交利物浦大学（XJTLU）共同组建的区属公办基础教育集团。集团以“以学生为中心、研究导向、兴趣驱动、成长导向”为核心教育理念，以“探索教育新模式、影响教育改革路径”为愿景，致力于构建十五年一贯制教育体系。目前，集团共有7所成员校，包括1所高中、1所初中、3所九年一贯制学校、1所小学和1所幼儿园，形成从幼儿园贯通至大学的人才培养通道。集团以“西浦班”为重要育人平台，重点培养学生的国际素养与数字素养，同时建设研究型教师发展体系、师生心理健康支持体系以及家校协同育人平台。通过跨学科项目式学习与问题导向学习，集团致力于培养面向未来的人才，将西浦先进教育理念在深圳实现本土化、创新性实践，并积极探索公办基础教育创新发展的“福田模式”。

岗位职责

成功应聘者将由西交利物浦大学推荐，并由深圳市福田区教育局按相关规定和程序任命。在集团党委领导下，受聘者全面负责集团战略规划与实施，同时兼任集团核心高中校长。其核心职责是将“以学生为中心、兴趣驱动、研究导向、成长导向”的教育理念系统融入各成员校，并统筹协调大学资源，支持教育改革与集团实质化发展。具体职责如下：

（一）战略规划与实施

1. 根据西交利物浦大学整体教育战略及福田区基础教育发展规划，制定集团中长期发展战略和年度工作目标；按规定程序经集团党组织审议通过后，报西交利物浦大学及福田区教育局备案，并组织实施。

2. 在福田区教育治理体系框架下，统筹集团各成员校在K–15贯通培养体系中的实质化发展与特色定位，推动建立协同教研、资源共享和联合质量评价机制。

3. 建立并完善校际协调与议事机制；定期组织召开集团校长联席会议及教育教学研讨会；牵头筹备并主持集团年度工作会议。

（二）推动教育理念落地与教育教学改革

1. 深入理解并高度认同集团核心教育理念，将其转化为各成员校可操作、可实施的行动框架，并指导各成员校结合实际情况开展本土化实践。

2. 在严格落实国家课程方案和课程标准的基础上，牵头探索融合性、跨学科校本课程；推进项目式学习等创新教学方式；积极探索基础教育与高等教育有效衔接、纵向贯通的课程路径。

3. 兼任集团核心高中校长，全面负责学校教育教学及日常管理工作，并通过“西浦班”等特色项目推进课程改革与创新人才培养。

4. 以研究导向思维引领教学创新，鼓励教师将探究、问题解决与批判性思维融入日常教学。

（三）品牌建设与教育生态构建

1. 牵头制定集团品牌发展战略；总结、提炼并传播各成员校创新实践；通过学术论坛、教育白皮书等渠道，提升集团在福田区、深圳市及粤港澳大湾区的示范引领作用与社会影响力。

2. 推动构建健全的家校协同育人体系，帮助家长理解集团教育理念的内涵与价值，营造协同共育的教育共同体。

（四）教师发展与组织能力建设

1. 系统深化教师对集团核心教育理念的理解与实践，通过专题专业发展培训、跨校教研、协同研究项目以及赴西浦研修等方式，将教育理念转化为日常教学实践。

2. 统筹制定并实施集团各成员校教师专业发展规划，并在福田区教师发展体系框架下建立差异化、分层分类的教师发展机制。

3. 支持集团及各成员校管理团队的专业成长，通过专项培训、学术交流和跨校挂职等方式，提升教育领导力与课程领导力。

4. 依据法律法规加强对教师及其他人员的日常教育、管理与支持，并按照有关规定与教师订立、解除或终止聘用合同。坚持民主管理，定期向教职工代表大会（或教职工大会）报告工作，依法保障教师、学生及教职员工的合法权益。

（五）行政保障、安全与稳定

1. 负责集团及核心高中的行政管理工作；制定并实施重大建设项目、重要资产处置及重点教育资源配置方案。

2. 制定并实施年度预算及重大支出计划，加强财务管理与内部审计监督。

3. 严格落实校园安全责任制，保障校园安全稳定、食品安全及后勤保障工作有效运行。

（六）与西交利物浦大学及福田区教育局的协同

1. 全面贯彻落实福田区教育局的政策、要求及工作部署，自觉接受其指导与监督。

2. 发挥西交利物浦大学与集团各成员校之间的桥梁纽带作用，统筹对接西浦资源，为成员校提供资源与学术支持；支持西浦在集团内开展教育试点、研究项目及相关项目实施。

3. 维护并提升集团及各成员校的社会形象；建立并完善西交利物浦大学与福田区教育局之间的双向沟通机制；定期向集团党组织、西交利物浦大学首席教育官及福田区教育局汇报工作进展。

任职资格与经验要求

（一）基本条件

1.具有中华人民共和国国籍；

2.拥护中国共产党领导和社会主义制度，遵守中华人民共和国宪法和法律；

3.具有良好的政治素质和道德品行，热爱教育事业，有强烈的事业心和责任感；

4.具备岗位所需的专业或者技能条件；

5.具备适应岗位要求的身体条件；

6.符合招聘公告及岗位要求的其他资格条件。

（二）应聘资格

应聘者须具有本科及以上学历、学士及以上学位，年龄45周岁及以下，具备副高级及以上专业技术资格，具有正高级专业技术资格者，年龄可放宽至50周岁。应聘者须现任公办高中校长，或具有公办高中副校长任职经历满3年。

在其他条件相同的情况下，获得以下荣誉或同等层次荣誉者优先：

1.获得全国教书育人楷模、全国模范教师、全国优秀教师、全国教育系统先进工作者（优秀工作者）、全国五一劳动奖章、全国优秀教育工作者、全国优秀中小学班主任、全国中小学优秀德育教师、全国中小学优秀德育工作者等国家级荣誉或同等层次荣誉；或获得国务院政府特殊津贴证书。

2. 获省级及以上教育行政部门授予或认定的特级教师、学科带头人、骨干教师等同等层次荣誉，或优秀校长、优秀教师、优秀班主任、优秀教育工作者等荣誉，或省级及以上教育行政部门评定的教学成果奖。

（三）有下列情形之一者，不接受报名：

1. 受过党纪、政纪处分以及正在接受有关部门审查尚未作出结论的人员；
2. 被依法列为失信联合惩戒对象的；
3. 受过司法机关刑事处罚的；
4. 被开除中国共产党党籍的；
5. 被开除公职的；
6. 近三年年度考核未达到合格以上的；
7. 在其他规定期限内不能聘用的；
8. 法律、法规规定的其他情形。

职业发展

1. 具有竞争力的薪酬待遇，并提供清晰的职业发展路径及年度考核机制。
2. 提供专业发展培训。

申请方式

请通过西交利物浦大学官方网站点击【申请链接】提交申请。

申请材料须合并为一个PDF文件，并按以下顺序包含三部分：

• 求职信：说明您如何符合本职位说明中规定的任职条件，包括明确说明您能够在哪三个重点领域作出贡献，以及您能够承担哪些课程模块的教学工作。
• 最新个人简历：须包括出生日期、国籍及最高学历层次。
• 三位推荐人的联系方式。

如需咨询本职位相关事宜，请发送邮件至执行院长 Xiaojun.Zhang@xjtlu.edu.cn 或人力资源代表  Zhi.Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn 。