Head of Mathematics

An Opportunity in Malaysia Awaits You

Tenby Schools Setia Ecohill has an excellent reputation for creating opportunities for students to experience Amazing Learning. Our student population is aged between 3 and 16 years old and consists of different nationalities from across the globe. In primary, we follow the national curriculum for England, together with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC). In secondary the curriculum progresses to IGCSE and A Level qualification, with our A-Level programme set to launch in August 2022. Our pupils are taught by our strong team of committed and experienced teachers, who receive competitive salaries and benefits. Our beautiful campus is located in the leafy district of Semenyih, 25 minutes outside of Kuala Lumpur and home to terrific hiking and other outdoor activities. In addition, the school is a part of the International Schools Partnership Group (ISP) which is based in Madrid and has over 60 schools across the globe, allowing for excellent networking and collaboration opportunities. 

The school first opened its doors in 2016 and has enjoyed wonderful growth and success in its short history. The successful candidate needs to have experience with department leadership in a school which emphasises a growth mindset and where the wellbeing of the school community is a high priority. With the support of ISP, we have made significant investments in infrastructure on the current site, and we will be embarking on other projects which will provide our students with access to state-of- the art learning spaces. We are very excited about the journey the school is currently on and are now looking for a Head of Maths to take the department to the next level.

Our Head of Maths will:       

• Lead teaching practices and classroom management within the Maths department to ensure outstanding teaching and learning takes place 

• Secure robust practice regarding planning, preparation, assessment and reporting across the department 

• Promote the school Vision and ethos within the department and all lessons 

• Demonstrate outstanding curriculum knowledge and further develop the Mathematics curriculum, including A-Level 

• Exhibit a collaborative mindset with the wider school and promote Mathematics within the school community

• Be responsible for the appraisal process of all teachers within the Maths department 

• Possess excellent knowledge and experience of assessment and tracking to inform student progress, including the use of standardised tests to impact on learning. 

• Demonstrate initiative in further CPD and contributing to CPD sessions in school 

• Be engaging, charismatic and possess excellent communication skills with students, teachers and parents 

Candidate profile

• Hold an Education Degree.    

• Hold an UK-recognized teaching qualification (PGCE or similar). 

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Head of Department role. 

• A secondary teaching qualification. 

• Considerable teaching experience and knowledge of the Cambridge Maths curriculum. 

• A-Level experience [preferred]

• A passionate educator with high levels of professionalism and care for children.

The Package  and benefits

• Competitive salary    

• Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)    

• Medical cover    

• Relocation allowance    

• Fee reduction for children of employees    

• Medical insurance    

• Flight and shipping allowance at the beginning and end of the contract

In return we offer:  

• A culture of trust, where all contributions are recognized and respected.    

• A passionate, positive and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision.    

• An embedded whole trust commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.    

Location

The district of Semenyih is a relatively new suburban development within the expanding city limits of Kuala Lumpur. As such it enjoys the best of both urban and rural experiences, with jungle trekking only a few minutes away and Kuala Lumpur being a 25-minute drive. The city of Kuala Lumpur is truly one of the more diverse urban areas globally, with Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures blending with a range of other cultural groups. These aspects along with the relatively low cost of living and, fluency in English of the local population and prime international travel location have made Kuala Lumpur one of the premium choices for expats looking to move abroad. 

Safer Recruitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

We are responsible for ensuring the welfare, health and well-being of all children and young people. We create a vigilant organizational culture which monitors and prioritizes the safeguarding of children and young people above all considerations.

How to apply

Information on Tenby Schools Setia Ecohill can be found on our website (https://tenby.edu.my/setia-ecohill/) or our social media pages.

This is a full-time position with a start date in August 2022. 

The closing date is 30th June 2022, although interested candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as interviews may be arranged before the deadline.

Please submit your application by clicking Apply Now, making sure you complete the application form in full, including 3 professional referees (one of which must be your current employer). You must also attach your CV. In addition, we ask you to write a letter of application giving details of why you feel you are suited to the role.

Candidates are invited to a comprehensive CV, a recent passport-size photograph and contact details of three referees (one of which must be from your current school) to: hr.ecohill@tenby.edu.my. 

Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add tenby.edu.my to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.