International Prep School Teacher (relocate to Jakarta, Indonesia)

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The Role

The School is seeking kind, dedicated, professional and experienced Form Teachers to join our exciting and forward thinking school. Working with the children and staff to meet, and in many cases exceed, the requirements of the EYFS framework and English National Curriculum, the successful candidates will provide a high-quality caring and stimulating environment for our youngest children, enabling them to develop emotionally, socially and academically through individual attention and group activities. All teachers at The School are expected to make the education and welfare of their pupils their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity and ensure that their professional knowledge and skills are up-to-date within a climate of high expectations and continuous improvement. They forge positive professional relationships and work with parents in the best interest of the children in their care. Teachers conduct themselves in an appropriate professional manner at all times to foster the aims and ethos of the school and make a positive contribution in all areas of school life, from the promotion of good manners to involvement in enrichment activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
• Set targets that extend and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and cultures
• Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
• Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity Promote excellent progress and outcomes
• Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
• Plan teaching to build on pupils’ capabilities and prior knowledge
• Encourage pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and identify the next steps in their learning
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
• Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and studies
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s), curriculum areas and key stage(s)
• Foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject and address misunderstandings and misconceptions
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas and promote the value of scholarship
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and take responsibility for, promoting high standards of oral and written literacy, across all subject areas, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject
• Model the correct use of Standard English Plan and teach well-structured lessons
• Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
• Set differentiated homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
• Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
• Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s) and key stage(s)
• Promote a love of learning and encourage pupils’ intellectual curiosity Make accurate and productive use of assessment
• Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, in accordance with the the school Assessment Policy and procedures
• Analyse formative and summative assessment to track and secure pupils’ progress and set appropriate targets on a regular basis
• Use and record relevant data to monitor progress, set year group, ability group and individual targets and plan subsequent lessons
• Give pupils regular feedback orally and through accurate and diagnostic marking in line with the school Marking Policy and encourage pupils to respond to feedback
• Integrate Assessment for Learning strategies into all lessons
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
• Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively
• Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
• Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development
• Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those who are gifted and talented; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate effective and appropriate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them in accordance with school policy Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a positive and safe learning environment
• Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms and take responsibility for promoting polite and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s Behaviour Policy
• Have very high expectations of behaviour and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, rewards and sanctions consistently and fairly
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary

All staff are expected to:

• Be aware of and committed to the ethos and values of the school
• Carry out any task that can be reasonably be expected of them in their role
• Take an active role in the development and implementation of school policies and in the whole life of the School
• Contribute to the co-curricular programme
• Ensure that there are equal opportunities for all
• Follow school procedures as outlined in the staff handbook
• Be fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL

Education, skills, training and qualifications

• University degree from a recognised academic institution
• Recognised teaching qualification, UK PGCE or other teaching qualification giving QTS
• Strong pedagogical knowledge, including AfL
• Working knowledge of the National Curriculum including EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Understanding of UK Safeguarding and Child Protection protocols
• Demonstrable commitment to personal professional development
• Strong ICT skills; an interest in, and enthusiasm for, the use of technology in education
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of people including staff, pupils and parents
• Outstanding planning and organisational skills
• Able and willing to contribute to the Co-Curricular Programme Experience
• Experience of supporting pupils of all abilities to make excellent progress
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Experience of, or a clear understanding of UK Independent Schools and/or International Education Personal Qualities
• Commitment to the ethos of the school and a belief in the unlimited potential of every pupil
• Ability to embrace and manage change
• Emotional intelligence. An ability to relate well to children and develop effective professional working relationships with adults
• Passion, resilience, integrity and optimism
• Approachable and empathetic to the needs of others
• Enthusiasm and an ability to use own initiative
• Ability to prioritise and work flexibly as workloads require, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks
• Attention to detail and ability to actively question and clarify information
• A role model who demonstrates professionalism at all times
• A keen sense of humour and a positive ‘can do’ attitude

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of international accreditation, inspection and evaluation frameworks

• Experience of the use of educational technology, such as iPads and Virtual Learning Environments

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £41,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Housing allowance
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Loyalty bonus
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have Working knowledge of the National Curriculum including EYFS, KS1 and KS2?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• QTS (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/08/2023