Business Studies and Accounting Teacher

The Role

The primary responsibility is to implement the business studies and accounting curriculum as directed by the Principal:

• aiding students in their preparations for higher education
• fostering discipline and cultivating a respectful classroom atmosphere
• monitoring student progress and assessing assignments
• preparing reports and organizing parent meetings when necessary
• accurately keeping the class attendance records
• supervising recess and lunch periods as assigned

To consistently prioritize the well-being of students:

• acting as a pastoral tutor, guiding students in their academic journeys and daily lives, while serving as a connection between a designated group of students and their families
• participating in one of the School’s Houses and taking part in organized events
• ensuring adherence to the school’s safeguarding policies and protocols
• communicating with the Senior Leadership Team and parents as required
• responsibly fulfilling evening boarding supervision responsibilities in line with the School’s policies (typically once every two to three weeks)

To actively participate in the School’s extracurricular programs, which may encompass:

• sports
• arts
• academic enhancement
• outdoor pursuits

To undertake additional responsibilities as directed by the School’s Leadership Team, including:

• collaborating on marketing and admissions initiatives
• attending staff meetings and engaging in professional development opportunities
• participating in school-wide events such as Foundation Day
• serving on various school committees

Safeguarding, Student Welfare, and Pastoral Care

All educators:

• must have a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding and student welfare policies and practices
• must adhere to established systems
• must act as positive role models for students at all times
• must be willing to engage in pastoral and tutorial duties as assigned by school leadership

School Environment and Operations

All teachers share the responsibility for the effective functioning of the School and for upholding the ethos, routines, and teaching methods aligned with King’s School’s Aims and Ethos, as directed by the leadership team.

In doing so, they should:

• ensure compliance with the School’s rules and policies
• attend School meetings and public events
• support extracurricular initiatives and activities
• be ready to cover for absent colleagues when necessary and reasonable

Application Process

Candidates should align with the King’s ethos—please carefully review the school’s website. They should exhibit a high degree of professionalism while remaining flexible, willing to engage in diverse tasks, and integrate into the wider community. It is crucial to note that all international applicants must meet specific criteria to qualify for a work permit.

This recruitment process is ongoing, and applications will be assessed as they are submitted.

Please complete EITHER the application form available through the WhatSchool platform OR send your comprehensive resume/CV, detailing your qualifications and career history in chronological order, to recruitment@kings-school.com.cn.

The King’s School Shenzhen International is committed to equal opportunity employment. All employees are provided equal opportunities (in recruitment, training, promotion, and social engagement) without discrimination based on race, nationality, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.

The King’s School is dedicated to fostering employment practices that eliminate discrimination. Consequently, our objectives are:

• To ensure no job applicant is treated unfavorably based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
• To treat all job applicants fairly and equitably through the recruitment process.