Teacher of Business and Economics

Malvern College’s first international campus, Malvern College Qingdao, opened in September 2012 with the aim of becoming a leading British style boarding school for the education of the young people of China and of the wider region, preparing them to move on to the foremost universities of the world. Located in Qingdao, in China's Shandong Province, Malvern College Qingdao is thought to be the first purpose-built international secondary school for Chinese nationals that is backed by a leading independent UK school and licensed by the Chinese authorities. Now in its fifth year, the school currently has 450+ pupils and is growing rapidly towards an ultimate capacity of around 850.

The school operates from a new purpose-built campus of around 50 acres, which includes fantastic facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, a fitness suite, a very well equipped visual and performing arts centre and third-generation Astroturf. The famous Laoshan mountains, birthplace of Taoism and the source of Laoshan spring water, form a backdrop to the campus. Qingdao is a major seaport in Shandong Province, looking out over the Yellow Sea and one hour’s flight from Beijing and Seoul. It has a rich heritage and a temperate climate. It is one of the most affluent and fastest growing cities in China, and has one of the best air qualities in China.

Malvern College Qingdao is a full boarding school offering IGCSEs and A-levels. In general, Chinese junior high school graduates with a good level of English can enter Lower or Upper 5th and complete these courses in 3-4 years. Younger students can apply for Lower or Upper 4th, which ensures valuable time for a greater focus on developing high level English skills alongside the curricular programme. Subjects currently offered for external examinations include Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Business Studies, Economics, Computer Science, Geography, History, Music, Art and Chinese. English as a Second Language is taken at IGCSE and students receive thorough preparation for IELTS/TOEFL exams. All students have General Studies lessons and regular Physical Education sessions.

Malvern College Qingdao offers a rich programme of co-curricular activities and is a registered body for the International Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. There is an active Music department and regular opportunities to perform. All students are supported through a comprehensive pastoral system, with support from their Form Tutors and Heads of Year, and in the boarding houses by their Heads of House and Deputies.

The school is managed by the Headmaster, John Kenny, and his Senior Management Team in partnership with the College’s Chinese partners.   Malvern College Qingdao works in close partnership with Malvern College in the UK.  For further information about the Malvern College family of schools visit http://www.malverncollegeinternational.org . 

MCQ is currently seeking to appoint a teacher of Business and Economics to take up post in August 2017.  The successful candidate will join an established department.  All teachers are expected to play an active part in the pastoral and co-curricular as well as the academic life of the school. For the right individual, this post offers an exciting opportunity for new professional experiences and culturally rich learning opportunities by joining a school where the focus is on helping combine the best of both British and Chinese educational expertise in meeting the needs of the students. 

The school is currently also looking to appoint a Head of Humanities for August 2017.  This position may therefore also appeal to an experienced teacher of Business and Economics looking for an opportunity for promotion.

Closing date: Friday 5 May 2017

Malvern College Qingdao is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.

MALVERN COLLEGE QINGDAO
Shandong Province, China
12-18 | 450+ students | Co-educational | Boarding