Teacher of Physics (Senior School)
Malvern College Chengdu
Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 31 May 2025
Job overview
Malvern College Chengdu (MCC) , fast developing K12 school in China, is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Teacher of Physics with competitive salary package and great career development opportunity here in MCC. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of the College’s vision and values.
- Contract Type: Full time, Two Years
- Start Date: August 2025
- Location: Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Staff Benefits: competitive salary pacakge, housing allowance or free apartment, flight reimbursement, medical insurance, academic holiday with full payment, contract completion bonus, tuition-free seats to staff children, staff Professional Development Programme, holiday gifts, staff activities and etc.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated Physics curriculum for students
• Teach the subject throughout Malvern College Chengdu (Years 7 – 13), KS3, KS4, KS5.
• Facilitate and encourage a learning experience, which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• Contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• Share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth
• Provide students with high quality teaching of Physics curriculum throughout the school
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge students
• Use an appropriate range of observation, assessment, monitoring and recording strategies as a basis for setting challenging learning objectives for students of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions, monitoring learners’ progress and levels of attainment
• Support the Head of Science to develop and refine the Physics curriculum to ensure that the curriculum area provides a range of teaching which complements the school’s strategic objectives, is relevant to the needs of students and examining and awarding bodies
• Support the Head of Science with the assessment of students’ standards
• Deliver some humanities courses when necessary
Play a part in the broader school life through different extra-curricular activities and events; participate in the running of a successful international boarding school.
Key Requirements
• Educated to degree level with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Years of experience in international Physics teaching on IGCSE and A-Level.
• Operates as an effective team member
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Previous experience of teaching in Asia
• Knowledge of the particular difficulties faced by Physics students
• Clear and confident communication skills, able to liaise at all levels and with all members of the school community
• Be resilient and able to work well under pressure and manage time effectively
• High cultural intellect: sensitivity to cultural differences with the ability to adjust to a new cultural environment
• The ability to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people including students, parents, and colleagues
• Organised and committed to the job role
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Fully understand and comply with the safer recruitment policy of MCC
All applications should be submitted online via the TES online application. You are required to complete your online profile and supporting statement and upload your CV. You are also required to provide details of three referees.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview via Skype. Candidates may be contacted at any stage after submitting their applications.
Malvern College Chengdu is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.
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About Malvern College Chengdu
- Malvern College Chengdu
- 300 Yang Liu Avenue, Huayuan Town, Xinjin, Chengdu
- Sichuan
- 611430
- China
MALVERN COLLEGE CHENGDU
Established in September 2015 in partnership with prestigious UK boarding school Malvern College, Malvern College Chengdu is located in the southern development zone of thriving city of Chengdu, China. It is a through-train school for pupils from 3-18 years old.
Over the years, Malvern College Chengdu has established a strong reputation in Southwest China as a leading school of its kind, taking an innovative and international approach to prepare pupils for the 21stcentury. It has produced graduates to leading UK universities like Imperial College, London School of Economics, University College London, Warwick and St. Andrews, to US universities like Notre Dame, Northeastern and San Diego, as well as Hong Kong Universities like University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
Spanning across an area of approximately 10 Hectares (150 Mu), the campus is only 800 meters from Metro Station and a 30-minute drive from Chengdu Business Centre.
WHAT DISTINGUISHES MALVERN COLLEGE CHENGDU FROM OTHER SCHOOLS
Heritage of top British college with shared global resources
The Malvern family of schools, comprising of Qingdao (2012), Chengdu (2015), Cairo, Egypt (2016), Hong Kong (2018), and Tokyo, Japan (2023), demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing international education in their respective regions. Our schools play a crucial role in preparing students for admission to leading universities worldwide, thus establishing a legacy of excellence in education.
Malvern College Chengdu, like its sister colleges, is committed to upholding the high standards of teaching philosophy established by its prestigious parent institution, Malvern College UK. Rigorous standards in academic supervision and evaluation will be maintained through regular quality assurance visits from Malvern College UK staff, who will also play a key role in teacher recruitment across all Malvern schools. The global Malvern community, including Malvern College UK, will provide support for continued education, exchange programs for both faculty and students, and interactive classes, ensuring our students have extensive international learning experiences.
K12 education cultivating international talent
Malvern College Chengdu provides a comprehensive K-12 education, beginning with a bilingual Pre-Prep program that focuses on developing basic conversational skills in both languages. Following the British Curriculum, students are fostered in seven key areas and encouraged to explore independent learning through Forest School, and Reggio Emilia teaching methods.
In Prep School, students are encouraged to use Chinese while also building a strong foundation in English. The innovative integrated exploration course, tailored for the southwest region, combines elements of IPC, Singapore and Hong Hong curriculum, encouraging students to critically explore different subjects and integrate their knowledge to develop problem-solving skills.
Senior school aims to prepare students for further education overseas, with senior students studying IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, enabling them to apply to top universities in the UK, USA, Australia, and Canada. The holistic approach to teaching also encompasses physical education, music, art, extracurricular activities, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, developing each student's leadership, social skills, and personal interests.
CHENGDU, THE MOST ENCHANTING CITY IN CHINA
Malvern College Chengdu provides a comprehensive K-12 education, beginning with a bilingual Pre-Prep program that focuses on developing basic conversational skills in both languages. Following the British Curriculum, students are fostered in seven key areas and encouraged to explore independent learning through Forest School, and Reggio Emilia teaching methods.
In Prep School, students are encouraged to use Chinese while also building a strong foundation in English. The innovative integrated exploration course, tailored for the southwest region, combines elements of IPC, Singapore and Hong Hong curriculum, encouraging students to critically explore different subjects and integrate their knowledge to develop problem-solving skills.
Senior school aims to prepare students for further education overseas, with senior students studying IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, enabling them to apply to top universities in the UK, USA, Australia, and Canada. The holistic approach to teaching also encompasses physical education, music, art, extracurricular activities, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, developing each student's leadership, social skills, and personal interests.
BE A MEMBER OF MALVEN COLLEGE CHENGDU
Malvern College Chengdu has been established by a dedicated team of motivated educators recruited from various countries worldwide, fostering a dynamic and invigorating academic environment and cultural immersion. We welcome you to join us in our exciting endeavour of establishing a new institution that offers world-class international education in China.
We offer a highly competitive salary package for our expat teachers, which includes a monthly basic salary, TLR allowance, and contract completion gratuity. Our HR department is committed to providing comprehensive support for all administrative and visa-related matters, to facilitate a seamless transition for you to Malvern College Chengdu.
We provide accommodation for all expat teachers, which is conveniently located in close proximity to the school.
Regular staff social events are organized to cultivate a positive work culture and foster strong relationships among our staff. As part of our commitment to supporting our staff, we offer tuition-free seats to their children.
Malvern College Chengdu is dedicated to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for our staff to grow and excel. To support this goal, we offer a comprehensive Professional Development Programme designed to enhance your skills and help you achieve your full potential.
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