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Head of Korean

North London Collegiate School (Singapore)

NLCS (Singapore)

  • Expired
Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
August 2023
Apply by:
24 October 2022

Job overview

North London Collegiate School (Singapore) opened in August 2020 and offers an academically ambitious education in keeping with the aspirational ethos of NLCS (UK). The school is purpose-built, boasting impressive state-of-the-art facilities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly qualified and committed Korean Teacher, with an outstanding track record of success, to lead our Korean provision from August 2023. This is a unique opportunity to join a leading international school as it enters an exciting new phase of development. We have just started our third year of operation and already have over 1000 students enrolled.

Next year we are introducing Korean into our curriculum from Grades 9-12. The successful appointee will design and teach the curriculum, and also lead the integration of Korean into our Mother Tongue programme further down the school. All members of staff are expected to be involved in pastoral care within the school community, usually in the role of form tutor, and also to contribute actively to the extra-curricular life of the School. 

THE ETHOS 

The ethos of NLCS (Singapore) echoes that of NLCS (UK) – every effort is made to recreate the ethos of the UK ‘parent’ school whilst taking into account and remaining sensitive to the local culture and context. 

The School aims to provide a first-rate ambitious academic education for every child, which inspires a lifelong love of learning and gives the knowledge, attitudes and confidence to flourish. 

At North London Collegiate schools, academic success is gained, not through an emphasis on results, but by creating an atmosphere of rigorous scholarship; students are encouraged to study beyond the examination syllabus in order to develop their intellectual independence and love of their subjects. Pastoral well-being is of the utmost importance, and good relationships are fostered between students and staff and between the students themselves. 

THE CURRICULUM

The curriculum reflects the academic ambition and aspirations of NLCS (UK), and schemes of work will broadly reflect the curriculum of NLCS (UK). This is supported by an extensive co-curricular programme of Sport, Music, Drama and other activities, which closely reflects that at NLCS (UK), and are provided to enrich and broaden the education offered, developing the talents and confidence of students. 

NLCS (UK)

North London Collegiate School (UK) was founded in 1850 by Frances Mary Buss; she aimed to offer an academically ambitious education to girls, similar to that available to their brothers. The School has pioneered women’s education for over 160 years and remains among the highest achieving schools in the UK. Exam results regularly top the UK league tables, and the School has repeatedly outperformed other prestigious schools regarding Oxbridge success rates. 

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS

In 2011, NLCS opened its first international school in South Korea: NLCS Jeju. The School, now entering its eleventh year of operation, and has established itself as one of the region's most successful schools.

In September 2017, NLCS opened its second branch school in the UAE: NLCS Dubai. 

LIFE IN SINGAPORE

Singapore is a thriving hub and an intriguing blend of Western modernity and traditional Asian culture. With a population of 5.6 million, Singapore is lauded for its rich culture and vibrant entertainment and is a prime location for expatriates seeking a high quality of life and a beautiful environment.

The Singaporean Government has invested in the education sector as a key priority to support the country’s economic development. With two universities in the top 100 in the world, Singapore’s higher education offer is considered one of the best in Asia. The international outlook within Singapore has led to international partnerships with universities offering joint degrees, research programmes and research collaboration; it also attracts 75,000 international students annually from around the world to study at their institutions.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please visit https://internationalcareers-nlcs.icims.com/jobs/intro

Start date: August 2023

Contract term: Initial three-year contract

Contract type: Fixed Term

Closing date for applications: 24th October 2022, 09:00 GMT

All applicants must submit an application form, CV and cover letter addressed to the Principal, Mr Paul Friend, outlining their suitability for the role via NLCS’ applicant tracking system. Applications submitted outside of the applicant tracking system will not be considered. For more information on the application process, please visit:

https://www.nlcsinternational.co.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply

All shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide evidence of their teaching, and references will be taken prior to interview.

 Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School expects all teaching staff, non‐teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold this commitment.

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About North London Collegiate School (Singapore)

Since 1850, North London Collegiate School (UK) has maintained its reputation for providing an outstanding education. With two international campuses successfully established in Jeju, South Korea and Dubai, UAE, the school plans to open its third in the cosmopolitan city-state of Singapore in September 2020. NLCS (Singapore) intends to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) education to boys and girls from age 3 to 18.

The school boasts a built-up area of approximately 300,000 sqft, with a diverse array of learning spaces required to deliver an outstanding world-class education which caters to every possible interest and talent.

NLCS produces scholars and critical thinkers, and this NLCS Spirit is nurtured through exposing our students to opportunities which challenge them intellectually, physically and emotionally, on a day to day basis. Our team of highly qualified academics are committed to delivering an education that is tailored to each student to ensure they receive the appropriate stretch and challenge, in every subject while finding it enormously stimulating and great fun.

NLCS (Singapore) will retain a deep connection to our London ’mother’ school, and an unremitting commitment to replicating the NLCS quality and ethos. Our London school has a key role in recruiting and training our teaching staff. We benefit from regular monitoring visits and inspections and are committed to forging substantial links between students and teachers across all our schools.

At NLCS (Singapore), we understand that often it’s what students do beyond the curriculum that helps to shape their personalities and enables them to standout. Our Inspirational Teaching spills out far beyond the standard timetable of lessons into our enrichment programme. We aim to achieve excellence in scholarship, research, reflection, public speaking, debate and other pursuits.

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