PYP Class Teacher

As a Primary Years Programme (PYP) Class Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in the academic, social, and emotional development of Prep pupils. Your responsibilities encompass not only delivering high-quality learning and teaching but also fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment in line with the International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP framework. As a Malvern College teacher the postholder will play a full role in the school’s curricular, co-curricular and pastoral programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for a Prep/Primary class, supporting the holistic development of each pupil through personalised attention and genuine care,
• Work closely with the Prep Leadership Team, Head of Year and PYP colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of the PYP programmes and to design and implement a relevant, challenging and rigorous curriculum,
• Plan and deliver lessons with a focus on appropriate differentiation to cater to diverse learning and abilities,
• Contribute to collaborative learning initiatives within the school community, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and best practices,
• Create inquiry-driven classrooms that promote critical thinking, knowledge acquisition, and skill development within an environment built on trust and respect,
• Select and utilise relevant resources, including digital tools, to support and enhance pupil learning experiences,
• Develop appropriate assessment tasks, provide timely and constructive feedback to pupils, collect and use assessment data to inform learning,
• Maintain regular, effective and professional communication with pupils, parents, and colleagues to ensure transparency and collaboration,
• Write formal unit, Mid Year and End of Year reports on pupil progress and development on a termly basis,
• Provide pastoral support to pupils as needed, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment,
• Participate fully in the school's House system, attend Parents' Meetings, including attending Saturday Open Mornings, Admissions Days, and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions as required,
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development to effectively implement the school's curriculum frameworks and programmes,
• Play an active role in the school's co-curricular programme, enriching pupils’ educational experiences beyond the classroom, and
• Assist with any other tasks or responsibilities as reasonably requested by the Head of Prep or Headmaster.

Key Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree,
• A recognised teaching qualification for the required age range (e.g. B.Ed., PGCE),
• Minimum two years’ teaching experience in primary years education,
• Previous experience of teaching the IB PYP is preferred, although outstanding candidates without prior IB experience will be considered,
• An appreciation of the IB Philosophy is required,
• All staff employed by the College to teach PYP would be expected to hold a current IB training qualification, at minimum of Category 1 level, within the given subject area prior to taking up the position,
• Ability to communicate with pupils, colleagues and parents, and to build strong relationships with all members of the school community,
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse educational environment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisational and time-management abilities,
• Familiarity with various teaching resources including, where appropriate, digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning,
• Commitment to ongoing professional development,
• Sensitivity to the cultural differences found in Hong Kong and the willingness to develop and maintain a cross-cultural approach to work, and
• A willingness and commitment to contribute fully to the life of the pupils and school beyond the academic day, including active participation in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes.

All applications should be submitted online via TES. You are required to complete your online profile and supporting statement and upload your CV with a photo. You are also required to provide details of three referees.

Contract Type: Full-time, two years

Start date: August 2025

Closing date: Interviews will be on a rolling basis and as such early applications are encouraged.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview via Teams or in person. Candidates may be contacted at any stage after submitting their applications.

Malvern College Hong Kong 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 the interview.

Please contact hr@malverncollege.org.hk for any queries about this role. Please note that a CV will not be accepted in place of the online application form.

For further information about Malvern College Hong Kong, please visit our website at http://www.malverncollege.org.hk/. To find out more about the Malvern College International family, please visit www.malverncollegeinternational.org

Malvern College Hong Kong is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Our safer recruitment and wider safeguarding practices are aligned with UK and international best practice including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) and International Taskforce on Child Protection (ITFCP). As such we hold ourselves to a high standard and undertake rigorous safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, with specific attention to child protection, for all applicants. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including employment history and reference checks, criminal record checks, and identity checks.