Wellington College Education (China)

Early Years PE Teacher

ABOUT US 

We are Learners, Connectors and Changemakers 

At Wellington College Education (China), we offer a pioneering education to serve and help shape a better world. We inspire our children to be the best version of themselves, to take pride in where they come from and to be the change they wish to see in the world. 

The Wellington College, United Kingdom (TWC)

Wellington College in England was founded by Queen Victoria in 1859 as a national monument to Britain’s most renowned military figure, the Duke of Wellington. Over 160 years later, the College is one of the most respected schools in the United Kingdom and one of its greatest educational institutions — pioneering, innovating, and transforming education for girls and boys. 

Wellington College Education (China) (WCEC)

Wellington College Education (China) is part of Wellington College Education, a global network of schools united by a 160-year history of excellence with roots in the UK. We operate premium international schools under the Wellington brand and bilingual schools under the Hiba brand. We currently have six campuses in four cities in China, including Tianjin, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Nantong, with a school soon to open in San Francisco as well. Together, our schools serve more than 5,000 pupils. 

Guided by a shared vision of pioneering education to serve and help shape a better world, we are an inclusive community of unique individuals with passion, integrity

and a commitment to our pupils and each other. Grounded in our five core values, we are a workplace where ideas are realised, bonds are forged and futures

can be shaped together as one team, one family. 

WCEC Central Office 

To support our schools in achieving excellence, a group of senior leaders in the Central Office set standards and strengthen operations. The Central Office provides expertise in human resources, finance, legal, marketing, facilities, academics and more. It provides support for schools within the organisation while leading new projects in China and beyond, from the design to curriculum development to pre-opening, the team plays a vital role across the organisation. 

Working for Wellington College Education (China) 

WCEC is an inclusive community of unique individuals with passion, integrity and a commitment to each other. Grounded in the Wellington Values, we are a workplace where ideas are realised, bonds are forged and futures can be shaped together.

We empower our employees to grow, with a confidence that inspires our colleagues, opens new opportunities and adds real value to everything we do.

At Wellington, we are our people, and we pride ourselves on the care and opportunities we provide to our employees. Over 50% of our most senior leaders are promoted internally. We offer an exceptional range of learning and development opportunities. These include our internal and external coaching programmes, the WCEC High Potential Leadership Programme and a wide range of academic and non-academic training courses designed to take employees through to middle leadership, senior leadership and beyond. To view our full directory of learning and development opportunities, please see the WCEC Course Directory.

Wellington College Education (China) has been awarded the HR Asia ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia’ Award for 6 years running. 

Role Description

JOB TITLE

Early years Physical Education Teacher

DEPARTMENT

Academic

LOCATION

Shanghai

SUPERVISOR

Principal of EYCS

OBJECTIVES

The Early Years Physical Education Teacher has the professional responsibility to live-out the purpose and values of the nursery in and out of the classroom.

Teachers provide a positive learning environment that values and engages pupils enabling them to develop fully as bilingual learners. Teachers empower their pupils to attain high levels of achievement and continually improve their learning. Physical Education teachers also actively participate in the curricular program as this is a vital role in contributing to the holistic development of pupils.

All teachers contribute to the overall pastoral care of pupils and can be called upon to undertake the responsibilities of a form tutor (classroom teacher). In addition, all teachers are required to demonstrate a commitment to the nursery's co-teaching model, developing effective and respectful professional connections with other educators to enhance pupil learning.

Early Years Physical Education teachers will be excellent practitioners who can facilitate outstanding learning outcomes for keen pupils. They will be experienced and enthusiastic about teaching physical education to nursery children. 

They recognise and foster the possibilities that exists within each pupil, enabling individualised engagement in personal fitness, physical skills and caring for their bodies while developing a life-long commitment to physical activity and health y living.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Commitment to Pupils

•       dedicated to the care and nurture of their pupils - their social, emotional, physical, and academic development.

•       treat pupils equitably, with respect and are sensitive to factors that influence individual potential for pupil learning.

•       establish respectful relationships with the pupils in their care and understand the profound impact that this relationship has on pupil learning.

•       create a supportive and welcoming learning environment in which pupils feel confident to take risks.

•       acknowledge the strengths and abilities of their pupils while also encouraging open-mindedness.

Commitment to the Families of Pupils

•       establish strong and effective working partnerships with the families of their pupils.

•       value the knowledge parents have of their children and how the sharing of this information can aid in the overall educational development of each pupil.

•       use the avenues supported by the nursery to ensure open and informative communication and information exchange with parents.

•       ensure that pupil success is celebrated and that parents are well-informed of all events at a class and whole nursery level.

•       encourage and value parent inclusion in the learning environment.

•       implement strategies to share professional knowledge about teaching and learning with parents.

Professional Knowledge

•       maintain professional knowledge and recognise its importance for improving practice.

•       understand and reflect on pupil development, curriculum and legislation to inform professional judgement.

•       be guided by the values, aspirations, policies and procedures of the nursery.

remain open and receptive to adaption and innovation; constantly seeking to remain current and effective as professional educators.

•       actively seek ways to share knowledge with other educators both within and beyond the nursery and welcome the opportunity to learn with and from others.

Professional Practice

•       apply professional knowledge and experience to promote pupil learning. 

•       use appropriate pedagogy, assessment techniques, teaching and learning strategies and technology when planning for and responding to pupils.

•       participate willingly and actively in the various curriculum and planning teams.

•       employ strong administrative and organisational skills to ensure of learning is maintained at a high professional standard.

Participation in the Learning Community of EYCS

•       support each other in collective and individual learning.

•       converse, cooperate and work productively together to help each other.

•       strive to do quality work in all areas of teaching.

•       take up the challenge to continue to grow professionally through reflection, action planning and implementation of new strategies and approaches.

•       assist other teachers, within and beyond the school, in their ongoing professional development in an honest, respectful, and supportive way.

Contribution to the Broader Life of EYCS

•       willingly participate in the many and varied activities that strengthen the sense of community and provide pupils with a broad educational experience.

•       willingly participate in parent workshops, and other community events. 

•       actively support the pastoral and cultural dimensions of EYCS 

•       establish and maintain positive relationships with members of the EYCS community.

Other Duties

• Undertake or assist with other duties as requested by the Principal· of Early Years or their delegate.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

Education: 

Bachelor's degree, teaching certificate

Major: 

Language: 

Excellent written English and effective interpersonal communication skills

Working experience: 

Minimum two years teaching experience

EXPERTISE

PREFERRED APTITUDES

As an employer of choice, Wellington College Education (China) is committed to making professional learning and personal development central to its ethos and approach. WCEC fully recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding children. Our safeguarding policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the Group.