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Music Subject Lead

Music Subject Lead

St Andrews International High School

Malawi

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Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
September 2021
Apply by:
12 March 2021

Job overview

Established 1958

A Prestigious UK Curriculum School in the Warm Heart of Africa

The first Microsoft Academy in Malawi

The first BTEC School in Africa

Share our vision to be ‘a leader of education’ in Africa

St Andrew’s International High School (SAIntS) is a high quality, non-selective, co-educational day and boarding school offering a quality education based on the English National Curriculum, to IGCSE, GCSE, BTEC, AS and A2 level.  We are a multi-ethnic, 11-18 school with over 450 students hailing from more than 40 different countries.

The following position is available from September 2021.

Subject Lead  for Music

Note: SAIntS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Rigorous safeguarding checks are in place at our School.

The two year contract offered includes a very competitive salary, gratuity payments, 50% Medical Aid, flights at the start and end of contract, free housing, school fees for up to 2 (junior or senior).  Applicants for this post must be suitably qualified with a relevant degree and teaching qualification.Experience of teaching Music in Key Stage 3, 4 & 5.

We are seeking a dynamic teacher who is willing to lead by example and add value to the Music Department and wider Arts Faculty.  They should be willing to contribute fully to the outstanding extra-curricular programme on offer at SAIntS.  We encourage applicants from Candidates with all levels of teaching experience.  It is important to note that the ability to offer a second subject would be a significant benefit.

The application form, job description and person specification can be viewed and downloaded at www.saints.mw/join-us/staff-vacancies/ or requested via email from jobs@saints.mw.  If you wish to apply please complete the application form and email it along with a short covering letter and CV, including the names and contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your present employer and one of whom must have known you for a minimum of 5 years, to The Head Teacher at  jobs@saints.mw. Applications may also be delivered by hand to St. Andrew’s International High School, Brereton Drive, Private Bag 211, Blantyre, Malawi.

Closing deadline for applications is Friday March 12th 2021.  Shortlisting and interviews shall take place soon afterwards.

SAIntS: Endless Opportunities

About St Andrews International High School

St Andrew’s International High School is a mixed, non-selective, independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding in Malawi, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Blantyre has over 500 students on record, from over 30 different nationalities. 

St Andrew’s International High School welcomed its first pupils in 1938. The secondary school follows the British curriculum, adapted to a Malawian context. In Year 9, students work towards their IGCSE exams or BTEC level 2 qualifications, followed by A levels or BTEC level 3. The school holds title as the first BTEC School in Africa. Facilities include a recording studio, radio station, library, swimming pool, sports courts and dedicated teaching blocks. 

Headteacher 

Sarah Samanyika

Values and vision

St Andrew’s International High School’s vision is to be “a leader of education in Africa.” The secondary school is proud of its international community, allowing for students to benefit from being complete global citizens by working together and gaining new cultural experiences throughout their education. Teachers are dedicated to providing pupils with an outstanding education where they can reach their full potential and succeed across the curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to pursue their interests and nurture their skills and talents, and are invited to get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include sports clubs, community projects, sports trips and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their children’s education so that pupils benefit from a strong support network both in class and during their home life. 

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Applications closed