Teacher of Science

Job Title: Teacher of Science

Reporting to: Senior Deputy Headteacher

Start Date: August 2026

Overview

At SPGSI, we prioritize both academic excellence and the well-being of our students, guiding them from their first day until graduation. Our mission is to equip each student with the skills and confidence needed to seize opportunities at SPGSI, in their chosen universities, and in their future endeavors. We collectively embrace the responsibility of nurturing each student's growth—not just academically, but also in building their confidence and self-worth as valued members of our community.

Recognizing that every child brings unique talents and potential, we ensure that every student succeeds in our supportive environment. Both students and their families are entitled to receive personalized assistance tailored to their evolving needs throughout their journey.

SPGSI is dedicated to maintaining exceptional standards of individualized care. We remain committed to providing ongoing support for our current staff through various INSET opportunities that focus on child welfare, alongside a robust induction program for new hires.

Role Purpose

Teaching at SPGSI offers a particularly enriching and fulfilling experience, as we strive to foster an engaging and dynamic learning atmosphere. We encourage all educators to actively engage in both their academic departments and the broader school community while pursuing their professional growth.

Teaching and Learning Responsibilities

- Design and prepare lessons in line with school policies.
- Instruct assigned students and groups/sets.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues on a regular basis.
- Set, assess, and moderate students' work as needed.
- Encourage students' academic progress and development, adapting to diverse learning abilities.
- Track and evaluate student progress.
- Write subject reports.
- Prepare students for public examinations in accordance with specifications.
- Participate in departmental provision during lunch and after school, including one evening session weekly.
- Organize and lead components of the extracurricular program, including trips, clubs, and guest speakers.

Academic Progress and Provision

- Foster an environment that promotes intellectual curiosity and ambition.
- Assess student performance and set targets based on data analysis.
- Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team and staff to support individual and group student progress.
- Oversee homework assignments and patterns to identify areas needing improvement and initiate appropriate actions.
- Work with the Deputy Head Academic to ensure all external examination specifications are relevant and suitable.
- Contribute to the target-setting process aimed at enhancing student achievement across the Key Stage, providing feedback to the Deputy Head Academic and Head of Senior School.
- Partner with the ALNCo to guarantee optimal support for all Senior School students.

Pastoral Care

- Cultivate strong relationships with all students to offer tailored support for their well-being.
- Oversee procedures for monitoring student welfare, collaborating with Heads of House.
- Assist students with safeguarding issues, ensuring they are reported to the DSL or safeguarding team.
- Promote the overall well-being of every student in the Senior School.

External Communication and Engagement

- Ensure parents have access to relevant, up-to-date information regarding their child's academic performance and well-being.
- Provide effective support and encourage parental involvement in school life.
- Collaborate with parents and governors.

Additional Responsibilities

- Contribute to full parental reports within the reporting cycle.
- Ensure equal opportunities for all in accordance with school policies and practices.
- Attend staff meetings as necessary.
- Support the development of the department and its ethos through meetings and leadership in specific areas.
- Foster a culture of appreciation within both the department and the wider school community.
- Assist in planning and organizing exhibitions.
- Act as a co-form tutor.
- Serve as a mentor if needed.
- Adhere to the school's code of conduct.
- Maintain discipline among students and actively enforce school policies on rewards and sanctions.
- Support students during major school events and activities such as plays, concerts, and matches.
- Attend formal parents' evenings and engage with parents as necessary.
- Participate in assemblies.
- Attend staff and departmental meetings and briefings.
- Undertake supervisory duties as required.
- Actively contribute to the broader life of the school and the co-curricular program.

Other Duties

- Follow all established school policies and procedures as outlined in the Staff Handbooks.
- Perform any reasonable duties as requested by members of the Senior Leadership Team and any tasks deemed necessary by the Head of Senior School for effective school operations.
- Adhere to school procedures and legal obligations.
- Comply with the school's uniform regulations.
- Participate in open days and marketing and development initiatives.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Personal Qualities

Essential

- Relevant degree.
- Minimum of two years’ teaching experience.
- Familiarity with the National Curriculum of England (including IGCSE/GCSE and/or A Levels as applicable).
- Experience in safeguarding and/or pastoral care in a leadership or management role.
- A passion for teaching and a commitment to the holistic development of students.
- High level of professionalism with a focus on children's well-being.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating sensitivity and empathy, and the ability to understand others' perspectives.
- Sound judgment with the capability to make reasoned and balanced decisions.
- Willingness to address difficult issues and engage in challenging conversations.
- Respect for all members of the school community, regardless of position, gender, age, or ethnicity.
- A positive, solution-oriented mindset.
- A clean enhanced safeguarding check or police check (for applicants without prior work experience in the UK) and no issues regarding suitability for working with children.

Desirable

- Previous experience with students for whom English is a second language.
- Level 2 safeguarding training.

SPGS International School Chengdu is dedicated to promoting and safeguarding children's health and safety. Successful candidates will:

1. Engage in the school's regular child protection training and sign the code of conduct.
2. Report any potential risks to children to the designated or acting safeguarding lead immediately.
3. Rigorously adhere to the school's policies on confidentiality and information protection.
4. Actively promote and ensure the health and safety development of all students.
5. Report any concerns regarding students to the designated or acting safeguarding lead.
6. Report unsafe behaviors on campus to the designated or acting safety lead following the school's whistleblowing policy.
7. Maintain a professional relationship with students, respecting personal boundaries.

SPGS International School Chengdu practices safe recruitment and child protection, verifying relevant qualifications and police clearance of applicants.

While every effort has been made to outline the primary duties and responsibilities associated with this position, not every individual task may be specified, especially within a school environment that requires flexibility from its employees. This job description is accurate as of the date provided but may be updated by the Principal, in consultation with the post holder, to reflect or anticipate changes in the role consistent with the grade and title.