PE Teacher

Wellington College is committed to providing world-class educational opportunities in the city of Tianjin. We seek to recruit and develop staff members who are fully engaged with the stated vision of the school – [to] “aspire to create a caring, international community that develops well-rounded individuals with strong values and the skills to thrive within an ever-changing global society” and who are guided in their professional and personal conduct by the core Wellington values – courage, respect, integrity, kindness and responsibility. In this way, the post holder should regard the following outline of the job description not as a checklist of things to achieve, but as a starting point for their growth in the role.

ABOUT US

Wellington College Tianjin represents the marriage of traditional values and progressive education. Our Wellington values of Courage, Kindness, Responsibility, Respect and Integrity are as pertinent today as they were more than 150 years ago when Wellington College was founded.

Our vision is to inspire pupils to become intellectual, independent, individual and inclusive; our Wellington identity. This will be based on a model of holistic education and pastoral provision that establishes the values, aptitudes and knowledge needed to be an effective global citizen. We aim to prepare pupils for success during and beyond life at the College.

We aspire to create a caring, learning community that develops well-rounded individuals with strong values and the skills and identity to thrive within an ever-changing world.

Wellington College Tianjin currently comprises of three schools. Together they serve approximately 500 pupils. The colleges are:

Wellington College International Tianjin

Wellington College Bilingual Tianjin Nursery

Wellington College Bilingual Tianjin A-Level Centre

Job Title: PE Teacher

Department: PE Department

Report To: HEAD OF PE and the Head of School.

Key Responsibilities:

Physical Education Teacher: A well-qualified teacher of PE, with at least two years’ experience of teaching at Senior / High School level (UK Key Stages 3-5 or equivalent).

1. Development of the school

§ To support the vision and mission, positive ethos and policies of the whole school and raise standards of the teaching, learning and attainment of all pupils.

§ To work with the PE team in achieving the priorities and targets which the school sets for itself in implementing innovative schemes of work.

§ To support the evaluation of the effectiveness of the school’s policies and developments in PE.

§ To keep abreast of educational developments in PE in line with the needs of the school.

2. Teaching and Learning

§ To be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organisation, and high standards of achievement and behaviour in PE lessons.

§ To be responsible for the development and on-going review of the school’s PE curriculum and related schemes of work.

§ To support the development of the school’s PE assessment procedures in liaison with class teachers.

§ To work effectively to ensure that there is progression across the year groups.

§ To liaise with the Head of Department regarding the booking and timetabling of facilities, to keep class teachers fully informed of venue changes when necessary and in the case of cancellations, be prepared to teach an appropriate health related lesson in a classroom.

3. Management

§ To inform and manage TAs in support roles in PE lessons.

§ To work closely with the PE team to secure and maintain excellent communication and high standards within the department.

Personal Qualification:

§ To participate in continuing professional development (CPD) activities

§ Participating in arrangements made by the school for the review and management of appraisal

§ To offer a variety of extra-curricular PE clubs

§ To coach teams with a focus on improving performance across the age and sport range

§ To be responsible for the health and safety standards of all additional sporting activities held within the Extra Curricular Activity programme. This involves after school activities.

§ In liaison with the Head of Department, support and develop the range and frequency of fixtures against other schools in the Tianjin area and further afield.

§ To attend weekend fixtures where necessary and take overall responsibility for the organisation and management of the school team in attendance.

§ To maintain and develop links with parents, other schools, educational institutions and the wider community, in order to enhance teaching, learning and personal development opportunities for the PE education of all the pupils.

§ To liaise with the PE faculty to ensure that there is progression and continuity between Y6 and Y7.

“Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.”

ITFCP Statement of Commitment

Wellington College China schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Assessment and testing of applicants’ suitability to work with children is an integral part of the selection process.