Head of English
About This Role
School Overview
Reigate Grammar School Phnom Penh (RGSPP), part of the renowned Reigate Grammar School global family, is a distinguished British international school providing an exceptional education experience in Cambodia. As it embarks on its second year within a state-of-the-art campus, RGSPP presents an exciting opportunity for visionary educators to contribute to its growth and innovation. This fully co-educational, all-through day school (Early Years to Sixth Form) invites both Cambodian and international students, aiming to set a benchmark for excellence in Cambodia’s international education landscape.
The Role
RGSPP is on the lookout for an inspiring and seasoned Head of English to guide a vibrant and ambitious department that includes English, EAL, and Drama, delivering programs across English Language, English Literature, EAL, IELTS, IGCSE, and A Level.
This role entails strategic leadership with a significant impact across the school. In addition to overseeing a core academic department, the Head of English will:
- Propel the school-wide literacy strategy, assisting staff in integrating effective reading, writing, and communication practices throughout the curriculum.
- Champion EAL-inclusive teaching methods, identifying training needs for staff and ensuring that educators in all subjects are well-prepared to support multilingual learners.
- Supervise and manage the school libraries, ensuring that collections, resources, and reading environments meet student needs, curriculum requirements, and international best practices.
The ideal candidate will:
- Lead and nurture a high-performing team across English, EAL, and Drama.
- Design an engaging English curriculum from Primary through Sixth Form, focused on ensuring strong progression and outcomes.
- Implement rigorous assessment, tracking, and intervention systems.
- Foster a vibrant culture of reading, communication, performance, and creativity throughout the school.
- Contribute to the academic, pastoral, and co-curricular life at RGSPP, promoting the school's framework of Discovery, Opportunity, Virtue, and Excellence (DOVE), while embodying our guiding motto: “Ready to Grow, Committed to Learn, and Kind to All.”
This role offers a unique chance for a leader who can blend strategic vision with practical excellence, helping to position RGSPP as a leader in English and literacy education in Southeast Asia.
Why Join Us?
RGSPP provides:
- A competitive international salary package
- Accommodation allowance
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Contractual flight allowance
- Tuition benefits for dependents
- A dynamic, supportive, and progressive school culture
- A unique opportunity to develop a flagship English, EAL & Drama department within a growing premium British international school
Safeguarding Statement
RGS Phnom Penh is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be prepared to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and enhanced background checks.
Equal Opportunities
Reigate Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an environment that values diversity and individuality, promoting perseverance, tolerance, and integrity. Candidates will be evaluated based solely on relevant criteria (skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) during the selection and recruitment process.