Primary School Teacher Librarian

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER LIBRARIAN

Dulwich College Seoul is a vibrant, high-achieving institution that presents teachers with an exceptional opportunity to work within a purpose-built, well-resourced environment located in one of Asia’s most exciting cities. In collaboration with Dulwich College London and its sister schools in China and Singapore, Dulwich College Seoul maintains the traditions and exemplary educational standards that define the Dulwich legacy.

Currently, the College has reached its licensed capacity of 700 students. We provide an internationally adapted British National Curriculum from Early Years through Year 9, followed by the IGCSE program for Years 10/11 and the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12/13. We invite talented educators to apply, regardless of their prior curriculum experience.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Primary School Teacher Librarian will be situated in our newly established Primary Inquiry Hub, which serves as the core of inquiry-based learning within our school. This hub includes areas for individual study, small group collaboration, and class activities, enabling interaction with the PS Teacher Librarian and other staff members. The facility features book displays, shelving for our extensive library collection, circulation desk, storage, technological workspaces, and presentation zones, all within a spacious and well-lit atrium.

As both an educator and an information manager, the Primary School Teacher Librarian merges knowledge from these domains. This role requires familiarity with the Primary School curriculum, teaching methodologies, and learning preferences, alongside expertise in resource management, information services, and systems for accessing information, including technology integration. The PS Teacher Librarian plays a pivotal role in the design, support, and implementation of the curriculum. Collaborating with educators and students, the role emphasizes facilitating an inquiry-based learning approach, particularly in Integrated Curriculum subjects (humanities and science), which has been a significant focus since August 2020. The PS Teacher Librarian works closely with the Deputy Head of Primary (Academic) and Integrated Curriculum Lead in this ongoing developmental process. Please refer to the attached Job Description for further details.

REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate must possess:

- A degree in a relevant field and an EYFS/Primary PGCE or equivalent
- A minimum of 2 years of pertinent teaching experience
- Experience with the EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2 English National Curriculum
- A strong alignment with our core values
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- A diligent, adaptable attitude
- A commitment to effectively fulfilling all pastoral, welfare, and supervisory responsibilities
- A dedication to continuous professional learning and improvement
- A strong attention to detail, commitment to deadlines, and high standards
- A sense of fun and kindness.

HOW TO APPLY
Successful candidates will find themselves in an environment characterized by small class sizes and engaged students, with access to outstanding resources, facilities, and colleagues. Teachers will receive an attractive salary (with generous tax rates) and a fully competitive overseas benefits package, which includes flight allowance, accommodation, living allowance, freight allowance, comprehensive health coverage, and tuition for up to two children at the school.

To apply, please visit https://www.dulwich.org/careers and submit your application online by 30th November 2024.

For more information about Dulwich College Seoul, please check the school’s website at https://seoul.dulwich.org/. Interviews may be conducted online or in Korea. The College retains the right to finalize appointments before the application deadline. Short-listed applicants will be required to submit a 10-minute video demonstrating their teaching capabilities.

Dulwich College Seoul is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We adhere to safe recruitment practices in line with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Our commitment to effective recruiting practices includes a strong focus on child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity verification, criminal record checks, successful references, and compliance with visa and work permit processes as mandated by Korean law.

Dulwich College Seoul is committed to fostering diversity within its team, organizational practices, policies, and culture. We recognize that individuals from varied backgrounds, skills, perspectives, and experiences contribute fresh ideas and insights, and we encourage and leverage these differences to enhance our work's relevance and approachability. Dulwich College Seoul does not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behavior on any grounds, including but not limited to race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age, or socioeconomic background. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect all our team members to share this commitment and act accordingly, as we aim to best serve the mission and community of Dulwich College Seoul.