Head of English (IGCSE and A Level Language and Literature Teacher)

Job Overview

Join the Cutting-Edge of Progressive Education at Charterhouse Malaysia!

We are on a mission to redefine educational excellence. As a Head of English at Charterhouse Malaysia, you'll not just be imparting knowledge, but also shaping the future of education. We seek an outstanding educator who is deeply committed to innovative, student-centered teaching, and ready to contribute to our dynamic, future-focused learning environment.

‘Future-Ready - Education for a New Reality’

Charterhouse Malaysia's "Future-Ready - Education for a New Reality" vision embodies a pioneering approach to learning. It's an educational ethos that prepares students not just academically, but holistically for the complexities of the future world. Emphasising innovative pedagogies, this vision integrates technology, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills into the curriculum. It's about nurturing adaptable, resilient learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. Through project-based learning, collaborative environments, and a focus on developing Human Intelligence for the AI age, Charterhouse Malaysia ensures that its students are not just ready for the future, but also equipped to shape it.

We are looking for teachers who are not just experts in their field, but true advocates for progressive, experiential learning methodologies.

Our Commitment to Social Enterprise and Community

Education at Charterhouse Malaysia transcends traditional boundaries. We emphasise social enterprise and service learning as integral parts of our curriculum. Candidates who demonstrate a keen interest in integrating these elements into their teaching will find themselves at home here.

To be considered for this role, applicants must:

• At least 5 years full – time experience teaching English Language and Literature at A Level and IGCSE with a track record of producing Outstanding examination results
• Experience of successfully leading a Language department, or significant experience of leading English within a large Language Department.
• Developing your subject area to embrace progressive delivery methods such as Design Thinking
• Have a teaching qualification and a minimum of an undergraduate degree in their chosen subject
• A genuine interest in progressive, student-centred approaches to pedagogy
• An interest in social enterprise, charity and service learning, and how these can be embedded formally into the curriculum
• Candidates with experience in Project Based Learning and or with delivering EPQ/Extended Essay are particularly encouraged to make an application

In addition to teaching, the Head of English will share in the wider pastoral and co-curricular life of the school. This will include contributing to activities as part of the ‘Spectra Smarts’ programme, supporting a group of students as a House Tutor and in this, having oversight of the Independent Learning Projects of those students, taking a share of leadership in House activities, and leading at least one extra-curricular activity. 

Teachers will follow the school calendar with some additional time for training prior to the start of the academic year. Occasional participation in outreach or promotional activities may be required, but every effort will be made to ensure that this demand is reasonable and shared equitably amongst all colleagues. 

We would encourage early application from serious candidates as the school will be interviewing on a rolling basis.

Charterhouse Malaysia is committed to providing the best possible care and education to its pupils and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are expected to share this commitment and make themselves aware of all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures at Charterhouse Malaysia. In alignment with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection Charterhouse Malaysia will follow safe recruitment procedures including and enhanced DBS check on all applicants. Further to this all applicants will need to comply with the necessary requirements for the visa process of Malaysia.

Candidates should submit an up to date CV with this application.

Deadline for applications should be 18 January 2025.