Russian Coordinator & Teacher (Maternity Cover) (Chaofah Campus) - August 2026

School Details –

At HeadStart we aim to stimulate students’ minds, as well as to encourage them to push beyond perceived traditional academic boundaries. It is our intention that through employing dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring teachers, we will enthuse all our students to reach their potential and exceed expectations. We deliver a well-rounded personalised educational experience. We pride ourselves on being a community school, emphasising individual learning.

HeadStart is based in the centre of Phuket Island and gained ‘International School’ status in 2010, and is a fully accredited International School with The Education Development Trust. In our most recent inspection, we were awarded the International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) with accreditors recognising the school to be a ‘Good School with Outstanding Features’.

Our curriculum is based on the national curriculum of England, and we offer Cambridge & Pearson qualifications in secondary school, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs.

The school's main campus at Chaofah has 1000 students and is oversubscribed in most year groups. From August 2028, we will expand our Upper School site and provision to make 'HeadStart College' the premier educational institution in the South of Thailand.

In August 2023, we opened a new campus in the north of the island, Cherngtalay. Having started as a one-form Foundation and Primary school, our Cherngtalay Campus is now a three-form entry Foundation, Primary and Secondary School (KS3 only) for up to 500 students.

About the Role

This is a one year maternity cover position from August 2026 to July 2027.

We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Russian Teacher and Coordinator to join our team in August 2026. This is a unique opportunity to lead the school’s Russian programme, working with dedicated staff to inspire students and ensure outstanding outcomes. The successful candidate will teach Russian across the Primary age range, coordinate the Russian curriculum, and promote the language and culture through engaging lessons and activities.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.

• A recognised teaching qualification (BEd, PGCE, iPGCE, or equivalent).

• Experience teaching students in Primary.

• Ability to analyse student performance data and implement strategies for improvement.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, students, and parents.

• Fluent in English

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience managing a team.

• Experience in coordinating events, extracurricular activities, or enrichment programmes.

• Previous experience in an international school environment.

• Familiarity with the UK curriculum and teaching experience within the UK or an international school setting.

• Experience in integrating technology into teaching and learning

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Private medical insurance.

• End-of-contract bonuses.

• Free lunch and beverages during the school day.

• Additional payment for extracurricular activities.

• One-year maternity contract.

• Professional growth opportunities and access to training programmes.

• The chance to live and work in Phuket, a vibrant and picturesque island with a high quality of life, world-class beaches, and rich cultural experiences.

Application Process:
The closing date for applications is Thursday 30th April 2026; however, we encourage early applications and reserve the right to make an appointment with the ideal candidate before this date. 

PLEASE NOTE: HeadStart International School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS (in the UK) or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence

CANDIDATES WITHOUT A DEGREE AND A RECOGNISED TEACHING QUALIFICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. We do not accept applications from candidates with only a TEFL or equivalent qualification.