Teacher of Drama (2-year finite contract) - King George V School

At King George V School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that each and every student can ‘be their own remarkable…’ This drives our vision to create ‘school for one’, a place where each and every person engages in remarkable learning to achieve at high levels and be the best they can be.

Our school is also about continual improvement. As an agile school, we collaborate and innovate to make a difference in the communities we serve and lead. KGV School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest provider of English- medium international education in Hong Kong. Our school delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in years 7 to 9, the (I)GCSE/ BTEC in years 10 and 11, after which our students progress to study either the IB Diploma Programme or the more vocationally oriented BTEC applied learning program in years 12 and 13. 

At KGV School, all our staff are leaders, and we shape our culture by:

• Modelling and maximising learning through building capacity in others and participating as a learner;
• Contributing to our collaborative and professional environment by enacting our four elements of trust – compassion, competence, communication and
  consistency;
• Accepting personal accountability for our behaviours and the quality of our outcomes.

The position will be a full-time two-year finite contract from August 2026 to August 2028, with the possibility of renewal.

The successful candidate would join a dynamic and vibrant team of educators focused on developing students' skills and passions through the study of Drama.

Requirements

• To hold a Bachelor's Degree in Drama or similar, plus a recognised Postgraduate teaching qualification, or equivalent;
• The ability to teach MYP, BTEC and IBDP level Drama.
• Experience and ability to use data on student learning to modify curriculum, teaching and assessment provision;
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to form positive relationships with students, staff and parents;
• The ability to engage in and contribute towards the Drama Department Professional Learning Team collaboration, which is focused on improving student learning.
• The drive to monitor the impact of teaching strategies through collaborative enquiry and data-informed conversations
• The ability to lead or support extra-curricular activities as part of the whole-school CAS programme, including leading and contributing to events such as School Productions, Performances and Musicals.
• The ability to teach a diverse range of students with special educational needs would be an advantage.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

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