Deputy Head of Learning Support (Starting Aug 2025) - Sha Tin College

Sha Tin College is seeking to appoint a Deputy Head of Learning Support Faculty starting Aug 2025 to manage the education and provision of our learning diversity students. Suitable candidates should hold a qualification in the field of inclusion, have experience in behaviour management, developing learning support curriculums and access arrangements and have worked in a secondary school.

In partnership and in consultation with the Head of Faculty, the Deputy Head of Faculty will focus on aspects of the areas below at any one time. 

Responsibilities

Teaching, Learning & Curriculum:

• Teach Learning Support classes across all age ranges. However, experience in teaching/supporting the IGCSE curriculum and IB is advantageous
• Support students in mainstream classes through intervention, consultation with teachers, and in-class support
• Monitor and track the progress of students on the Learning Support register from Years 10 – 13
• Collaborate with the Guidance & Wellbeing team to support Learning Support students in Years 10 – 13
• Provide guidance to staff, parents and students for designated Years 10-13 and above students
• Develop and extend curriculum choices and pathways for students in Learning Support from Years 10 – 13
• Plan and facilitate transition activities for Years 11 & 13
• Work closely with the HOF, careers team/IB coordinator to ensure the needs of the students are known, and ESF career placements occur for students in Years 10 – 13
• Teach workshops to staff on areas of inclusion and differentiation
• Work with the ESF Student Support Services Careers Team to source appropriate work placements where appropriate 

Leading The Faculty Team: 

• Lead curriculum development for Years 10-13 students
• Advise Learning Support teachers in the delivery of new courses
• Collaborate with the Head of Faculty to manage Educational Assistants, Educational Psychologist provision and order resources
• Attend ESF Learning Diversity Network meetings
• Liaise with the Admissions team regarding support needs of incoming students in Years 10 - 13

Management & Administration:

• Maintain open communication with parents regarding student progress
• Work with the Head of Faculty to maintain online registers and records
• Attend and contribute to weekly educational assistant meetings
• Ensure referrals from staff are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner to ensure effective assessment and intervention in Years 10 - 13
• Ensure that the learning environment and display areas in the Faculty are well-maintained
• PRD management of some members of Learning Support teachers and Teaching Assistants in line with conversations with the Head of Faculty

Requirements

The successful applicant is expected to have the following skills, abilities, knowledge and experience.

General Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Previous experience in teaching the IB DP, IGCSE, IB MYP, etc. is highly desirable

Personal Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in teaching literacy and numeracy to students with specific needs
• Ability to deputize for the Head of Faculty where appropriate
• An ability to lead a team of colleagues and a dedicated team player
• Excellent negotiation, collaboration and problem-solving skills with a solution-focused attitude
• Commitment to supporting and developing a holistic approach to student development and well-being
• Ability to analyse specialist data to disseminate to staff and teachers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and timely follow-up
• Excellent team player
• Flexibility of approach in line with the changing needs of the cohort
• Participative leadership approaches
• Ability to upskill others and contribute to faculty and whole school CPD where appropriate

Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience advising on differentiated materials and resources for a team of teachers whose main responsibility is for students on the Learning Support Register
• A sound practical knowledge of curriculum development
• Experience in psychometric testing (CPT3A certification is desirable but not essential)
• Experience in monitoring and tracking student progress to set clear targets for achievement
• Solid ICT skills

Closing Date: 12th Nov 2024 

For enquiries, please contact Jamie Chan at pa_principal@stconline.edu.hk 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. 

www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

ESF Sha Tin College is committed to providing the best possible teaching and learning experiences for every individual through the medium of English. The education provided leads to a variety of internationally recognised examinations, granting students access to higher education and career opportunities worldwide.

Unique to Sha Tin College is a culture where we take responsibility for fulfilling our own potential and that of others for the good of humanity at all levels. Ample opportunities exist to challenge students to become mature, open-minded, caring, responsible and committed individuals with a passion for learning, creativity, sports and a sense of compassion.

With commanding views over the Sha Tin countryside, the College boasts a swimming pool and multi- purpose sports hall, music rooms, drama studios, design and technology workshops, science labs and a food technology centre, Senior School Centre, climbing walls, and a Counselling and Well-being Centre.

http://www.shatincollege.edu.hk