Head of Music
SPGS International School Chengdu
Chengdu, China
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from August 2020
- Apply by:
- 31 March 2020
Job overview
Head of Music – Lower School, Reception and Key Stage 1
Chengdu, China
Competitive salary
Required from August 2020
If you have what it takes to carry out the professional duties of a Music Teacher in the Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1 and are looking for an exciting new challenge, make the move to St Paul’s Girls’ School new sister school in Chengdu, China.
Sheng Bo International School is the first international government backed school opened as a partnership between SPGS International and Herald Education Hong Kong. A vibrant, co-educational day school, it will offer a full British Curriculum enhanced with the best elements of Chinese culture and learning. Initially offering early primary provision, the school will grow over the years ahead into a full K-12 school.
As Head of Music, you will teach the subject at EYFS and KS1 level and lead the music department team, with the aim of establishing a culture and love of music amongst students, regardless of their musical background. You will also get to plan lessons with other teachers, share ideas, approaches and professional knowledge and contribute to the development of the school curriculum. Additionally, you will be based in the prosperous, fast growing Hi-Tech District of Chengdu – a city that offers an exceptional living and working environment. You will have access to a comprehensive L&D scheme, as well as close links with St Paul’s Girls’ School in London to ensure plenty of opportunity to share ideas with UK counterparts.
To apply, you will need Qualified Teacher Status (UK), PGCE or a Degree in Education plus a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music. You will also need the ability to play the piano to a high-performance standard, with other instruments a plus. At least two years’ Music teaching experience in Early Years education and/or Key Stage 1 education in the UK is also required.
In return you will receive a highly competitive salary, while your benefits will include an investment/ retirement scheme, housing and utilities allowance, as well as personal effects shipping allowance, annual airfare allowance, visa assistance allowance and medical, dental and life insurance.
Closing date: 31 March 2020 at midnight GMT.
To find out more, visit https://spgs.org/vacancies/ where you will find a full job description.
To apply please send your CV and cover letter to HR-International@spgs.org
Alternatively, you can call Qin Li on (+44) 07398 788899 for an informal discussion. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and early application is therefore encouraged. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a Skype interview process.
About SPGS International School Chengdu
SPGS International School Chengdu is the first Overseas School opened by the world-renowned St Paul's Girls' School (SPGS) in London and will see SPGS International bring its ethos and practice to the international community in Chengdu from kindergarten through to Year 13. The school is a very exciting place to work, whatever the role. It is a lively, academic community with excellent facilities, and relationships between students and all staff are warm and relaxed.
We are searching for the best professionals, who are experienced, enthusiastic, motivated, and highly qualified, to support our academic ambition to build a quality school that echoes the reputation of St. Paul’s Girls' School in London. We expect all staff to have a real passion for education and a desire to ensure our school is a place where every student feels embedded in the school community and provides exceptional holistic education that not only allows children to excel academically but also nurtures each child’s interests and talents outside the classroom, giving students the opportunity and confidence to develop to their full potential..
As a growing organisation, we offer employees an exceptional and rewarding experience with outstanding opportunities. Staff have the chance to develop their career with us and to become an integral part of our school community. This is supported by a competitive benefits package and a full professional development programme.
Based in the thriving Hi-Tech District in Chengdu, the school is well located to ensure a great work/life balance.
School Address: 6-8 Shengxing Lane, Shengxing Street, High-tech Zone, Chengdu
https://spgs-shengbo.com/sisc/home/
(86) 028 - 8129 4217
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