Teacher of Music

Due to an unexpected vacancy MCQ is seeking teacher of Music including CIE curriculum and school productions for Aug 2025.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of the College’s vision and values. They will be a supportive member of the faculty team and wider school staff and help ensure the success of Malvern College Qingdao as a leading independent, international school in China.

All applications should be submitted online via the TES website. You are required to complete your online application, supporting statement and upload your CV. You are also required to provide details of three referees.

Contract type:                    Full Time, Three Years (Renewable)

Closing date:                       31st Jan 2025

Start date:                           16th Aug 2025.

Teachers Job Description:

Responsible for teaching their subject to pupils in the age 12 to 18.

Reporting to Head of Department.

Contributing to the development of the department's curriculum and resources.

Setting and marking homework and tests in accordance with School and departmental policies.

Consistent and effective use of appropriate strategies for teaching and classroom management.

Consistently and effectively setting performance target for students.

Contributing to the improvement and implementation of the assessment for learning and assessment of learning strategies within the department.

One evening on duty for study hall per week. 2hrs.

Six to Eight Weekend day duties in a year. 4hrs each.

Participation in extracurricular activities essential

Personal Specification:

Bachelor or above degree in relevant subject with teaching qualification.

Minimum of 2 years relevant teaching experience essential.

Experience of teaching second language speakers an advantage.

Boarding school experience also an advantage but not essential.

Opportunities to be part of the boarding staff and middle management posts as the school develops.

Specific single teachers or teaching couples unless partner is a Housemistress or Housemaster are welcomed (Location unsuitable for teachers with children below sixth form).

Willingness to become a Head of, or Deputy head of, a Boarding House is an advantage.

There will be opportunities to join the pastoral team and become a middle manager.

Benefit package:

Free individual accommodation.

No utilities bills.

Free food during term time.

Medical cover.

Very High saving power from salary, 85 to 95% of salary.

Short listed candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview via Skype. Candidates may be contacted at any stage after submitting their application.

Malvern College Qingdao exists to provide a quality all round education for students and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate pre-employment checks. Please note that we will need to take up the references provided in your application form prior to interview.

Please note that a CV will not be accepted in place of the online application form.

For further information about Malvern College Qingdao, please view our website at www.malverncollege.cn/en/. To find out more about the Malvern College International family visit www.malverncollegeinternational.org