Secondary English Teacher (IGCSE)

Are you an inspiring Teacher who is ready for a career move, inspired by amazing learning, and have the skills and experience to make a significant impact on our students and school communities?

If you are interested, we have an amazing teaching opportunity at our Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens

Purpose of Role

We are looking for a suitably qualified, inspirational, and experienced English Teacher to join our forward-thinking and dynamic secondary teaching team – commencing January 2025.   We follow the Cambridge English Curriculum in KS3 and prepare our students for iGCSE English examinations in KS4.

You will be supported by strong leadership, well-organised systems and an outstanding professional development programme.

The ideal candidate is one who is resourceful and innovative in their teaching approach.  You will play a pivotal role in maintaining our high standards of learning and teaching and encouraging our keen and hard-working students in their love of English!

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens

We are a unique campus, home to Tenby International School, which consists of a Primary and Secondary School (IPC, National Curriculum for England, CIE, IGCSE), and a Malaysian Private School, Sekolah Sri Tenby (Malaysian National Curriculum). The campus welcomes almost 1000 amazing students, aged from 3 to 16 years, and from over 60 nationalities. Our students go to universities, colleges, and careers of their choice both in Malaysia and overseas. Tenby has been a school’s group in Malaysia for over 60 years, and our strength is in our deep-rooted Asian values combined with our international outlook and the ability to offer students amazing global opportunities.

We believe in creating “Amazing Learning Experiences” for our communities. Working collaboratively to help children be ready for the world and the contribution they can make locally and globally. 

We believe that all students learn through good struggles and this at times needs to be consolidated using a variety of teaching methods. Taking risks, being resilient and showing creativity and adaptability for all our communities is important in our learning process. Our students go onto some of the top universities in the world and if they don’t, go into careers and colleges of their choice. 

ISP in Malaysia

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens is proud to be part of International Schools Partnership (ISP) a fast-growing global schools’ group in six clusters across the world: Europe, Mexico & Central America, the Middle East, South America, Southeast Asia and the USA. Our regional cluster includes other Tenby schools across Malaysia. As a teacher you will be supported by the Head of Department, Senior Leadership teams and other learning clusters and networks both regionally and globally. We love to talk about learning at all levels, as this is at the core of everything we do!  

This is an amazing opportunity for you to develop yourself, take a risk or two, meet other like-minded teachers, share learning practice and work collectively with a local and global team. We even have a global learning hub where you can share learning and leadership ideas so we can get better together.  

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Follow the policies and practices which reflect the school’s commitment to high-quality English teaching, amazing learning and outstanding achievement
• Establish a clear understanding of the importance and role of English language and literature in students' social, moral and culture development and in preparing them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of the modern world
• Use data effectively to support students including appropriate additional interventions for targeted students
• To fulfil the duties of a Form Tutor
• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all pupils, including those of high ability and those with special educational or linguistic needs
• Set high expectations for students in relation to progress and achievement
• Ensure effective development of students' study skills necessary for them to become increasingly independent in their work and to complete tasks independently when out of school
• Establish a partnership with parents and careers to involve them in their child’s learning of the subject, as well as providing information about curriculum, attainment, progress and targets
• To ensure professional and effective communication and consultation, as appropriate, between colleagues, parents and students
• Publicise and celebrate achievements
• Assist with the organisation of open evenings, consultation events and other events relating to the school
• To contribute to marketing activities for the school

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Appropriate degree and teaching qualification e.g. Bachelor’s Degree with teaching qualification, PGDE/Diploma in Education OR relevant degree.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience required preferably in a private international school context covering an IGCSE Curriculum.
• Creative, inspiring, patient, resourceful, and energetic.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Bahasa is essential.
• Highly responsible, dedicated, hardworking, and a team player.
• Reflective individual who is committed to life-long learning and development.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
• Medical coverage & insurance
• Significant school fees reduction for children of employees

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
2. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback, supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
3. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
4. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
5. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
6. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
7. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
8. Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
9. Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.

ISP Commitment to Safer Recruitment

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send in a letter of application including the reasons for applying together with a comprehensive CV, a recent passport-size photograph, and contact details of three referees (one of which must be from your current school) to [email protected]

For more information about Tenby schools please visit our website at www.tenby.edu.my

Early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date 15 Nov 2024.