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Teacher of Secondary Drama

Teacher of Secondary Drama

Merchiston International School

Shenzhen, Southern China

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Salary:
A competitive international salary and benefits package
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
8 November 2020

Job overview

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic  teacher of Drama to further their career at an innovative British curriculum co-educational international boarding school. The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of teaching across the secondary age range, from Year 7 to  Year 13.

A minimum of 2 years' qualified teaching experience is required.

The position will commence in January 2021, and the initial contract will be for a period of two and half years.

Merchiston International School

MIS is a thriving learning community which challenges all staff to push boundaries with their teaching and to be progressive in their own professional learning.

We offer an innovative British independent school curriculum for international students aged 4 – 18, starting in EYFS and culminating in IGCSE and GCE A Level. The campus, imbued with the ethos of its founding school, Merchiston Castle School Edinburgh, is designed to create the kind of innovative learning spaces in which an effective 21st century education can flourish and inspire.

All MIS teachers are expected to participate fully in the school’s life beyond the classroom by contributing to boarding house life and the Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) programme.

If you are interested in joining us, teaching inquisitive, talented children in a school which cares for all its members and is passionate about giving scope to professional opportunities, please apply. We want to hear from you!

How to apply

Applicants should apply online through the TES careers portal. Please provide the names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom should be Director/Head of School/Principal of your current school.

Short-listed candidates must be able to provide a recent DBS/PVG check, police clearance certificate or similar record of non-criminality demonstrating that there is no reason why they cannot work with children.

The application should be submitted no later than Sunday November 8th.

Due to national regulations, it is very unlikely that we will be able to secure a work permit or visa for foreign nationals whose 60th or subsequent birthdays take place between January 1 2021 and December 31 2021.

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About Merchiston International School

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The Opportunity

The opening of Merchiston  International School, China (MIS) in August 2018 created an exciting opportunity for a team of innovative and committed staff to break new ground at an exciting, new, co-educational boarding and day school in Shenzhen, Southern China.  

Merchiston International School (MIS)

MIS offers a rigorous British independent school curriculum for international students aged 4 – 18, culminating in IGCSE and GCE A Level. The design of the campus creates the kind of innovative learning spaces in which a relevant and constantly evolving 21st century education can take place in the context of an established ethos.

The Merchiston Ethos

As a vibrant and dynamic new school , MIS enjoys the collaborative support and partnership of its founding school Merchiston Castle School Edinburgh which brings almost 200 years of excellence at the forefront of Scottish independent boarding education.   The ethos of both schools is based on people and relationships. Particular importance is attached to the development of personal character and moral values. 

Shenzhen and a Generation Ready for the Future

Shenzhen  is one of the world's most innovative and exciting cities. It is Asia's Silicon Valley. No other city in the history of human civilisation, as we know, has grown and developed so rapidly. It is a magnet for Asia's new talent - creative, entrepreneurial, hungry. It has a trailblazing spirit, ready for challenge, ready for innovation.

There is no doubt it is an exciting place to teach. Our students are Shenzhen's next generation.  

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