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Wellington College Education (China) is committed to providing a workplace where our employees can reach their full potential, take pride in their achievements and enjoy a true sense of belonging. Our people are our number one asset, so we invest in their success and recognise their contributions with annual awards for performance and long-term service. To date, more than 1,000 talented educators from nearly 30 countries have joined the Wellington College Education (China) Family. We look forward to welcoming even more.

Individualised Professional Pathways

We personalise professional development for all of our staff by:

• Working with them to understand their strengths, aspirations and career goals
• Providing internal opportunities to help them develop and grow in their current role through personalised professional development
• Providing internal and external support to help them develop and grow towards their aspired roles.
• Tracking progress through our appraisal process
• Coaching and mentoring programmes.

Leadership programmes

We offer continuing professional development programmes that provide paths for middle, senior, and high-potential leaders. Through these programmes, we identify, support and develop existing and aspiring leaders within the organisation. Nearly 40% of all Wellington employees who have participated in these programmes have already been promoted within the group. Moreover, 60% of all participants have identified clear career trajectories at Wellington and are being developed into these future leadership roles.

Professional Development programmes

Wellington offers a world-class range of programmes that promote professional development in a wide variety of areas. These range from academics and teaching methodologies to leadership and team building as well as cultural awareness and non-academic areas like finance and public speaking. Employees may also pursue their NPQLT certification, or receive support to complete masters degrees or recognised teacher training qualifications.

Coaching

Coaching is a significant part of the ethos of Wellington College Education (China). All of our senior leaders benefit from access to an external, professional coach whom they work with closely to support their own personal and professional development goals. We also offer coaching training. Many of our senior leaders have now trained as coaches and are coaching aspiring and high-potential leaders within the Group.

The Bridge | China

The Bridge | China

The Bridge | China is a Wellington College Education (China) initiative to build global education partnerships and connections. It gives our teachers the chance to engage more deeply with schools across China, fostering collaboration between schools and helping them evolve from good to great through innovative education programmes. The Bridge | China plays a vital role in advancing teaching and learning across the Wellington College Education network.

Testimonials

Dean Clayden

Head of Coaching
Wellington College Education (China) Institute of Learning

As a trained coach, I was able to start spreading my influence beyond my current role and make an impact across the entire Wellington College Education (China) group. I also started thinking about a career as a consultant, trainer and education adviser. What I like most about being a coach is that I have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others by helping them achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I would highly recommend the coaching programme to colleagues who are looking to reflect on their leadership skills and step up to senior leadership roles.

Angela Pan

Associate Bursar

Working at Wellington has been an incredibly enriching experience for me, both personally and professionally. I have had access to diverse training opportunities and leadership development programmes, which have significantly supported my growth from Finance Manager to senior leadership role as Associate Bursar.

One particularly transformative initiative was the Group’s Telescope Programme, designed to develop future Bursars internally. Through this programme, I gained comprehensive experience, invaluable mentorship, and strategic insights that broadened my perspective. It also encouraged deep self-reflection, allowing me to identify my strengths, address areas for growth, and refine my leadership style. The programme equipped me with the confidence and capabilities to lead effectively. I am deeply grateful for its lasting impact on my professional development.

Yuki Gong

Head of Early Years Campus Shanghai

I am honored to have participated in the group’s High Potential Leadership Programme—an enriching and transformative journey. Through comprehensive training, including the NPQSL qualification, I developed key competencies across multiple areas, while the coaching sessions encouraged profound self-reflection—equipping me to advance from Deputy Head of Early Years to senior leadership role as Head of Early Years.

What sets this programme apart is its tailored approach, designed to provide all the tools necessary for professional development. I highly recommend it to emerging leaders, confident they will benefit just as I did. This experience has been invaluable, leaving a lasting impact on my leadership journey. Now, I have the opportunity to support others in their professional development, which is deeply rewarding.