English Teacher

Key Responsibilities

1. To instruct students in the English department, focusing on A Level and IGCSE English courses.
2. All faculty members are expected to contribute to co-curricular activities and pastoral care, which includes supervising boarders during homework sessions, typically once every three weeks. This role also involves serving as a Pastoral Tutor for the Senior School.
3. To maintain assessment records and draft reports, ensuring effective communication with parents as necessary.
4. To be available to support recruitment and marketing initiatives as needed.
5. To prioritize the well-being of students at all times:
- Be an active member of one of the School’s Houses and participate in associated activities.
- Adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Communicate with the Senior Leadership Team and parents as required.
- Fulfill evening boarding supervision duties responsibly and in alignment with the School’s policies (usually once every two or three weeks).
6. To actively engage in the School’s co-curricular offerings through activities and clubs, including:
- sports
- arts
- academic enrichment
- outdoor activities
7. To undertake additional relevant responsibilities as assigned by the School’s Leadership Team, such as:
- collaborating with marketing and admissions efforts
- participating in staff meetings and professional development sessions
- attending all-school events like Foundation Day
- serving on school committees
8. To execute any other related and reasonable tasks as directed by the School’s Leadership Team.

Personal Requirements and Characteristics

Candidates should:
• possess an English degree
• hold a teaching qualification along with relevant teaching experience
• be an enthusiastic educator
• demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• be capable of collaborating effectively in a team
• exhibit organizational and efficiency skills
• show willingness to engage in broader school activities
• be an effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, with a high level of English proficiency
• have a passion for reading
• be compassionate and supportive of students’ emotional and developmental needs.

Applications

Candidates should align with the ethos of King’s School—please review the school’s website thoroughly. A professional yet adaptable approach is essential, with a readiness to undertake diverse tasks and integrate into the community. It is important to note that foreign nationals must meet specific criteria to be eligible for a work permit.

This is an ongoing recruitment process, and we will review applications as they are received.

Please complete EITHER the TES application form available through the TES advertisement OR send your detailed résumé/CV, clearly itemizing your qualifications and career history in chronological order, to recruitment@kings-school.com.cn.

The King’s School Shenzhen International is an equal opportunities employer. We provide equal chances for all employees (in recruitment, training, promotion, and social interaction, etc.), regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.

The King’s School is committed to fostering employment practices aimed at eliminating discrimination. Our objectives are:
• To guarantee that 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 ensure all job applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout the recruitment process, as outlined in this policy.
• To recruit and train the successful candidate based on their ability, experience, and skills necessary to perform the role successfully as defined in the job description and person specification.