Wellington College China

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

COMMITMENT TO STUDENTS

• dedicated to the care and nurture of their students – their social, emotional, physical, and academic development
• treat students equitably, with respect and are sensitive to factors that influence individual potential for student learning
• establish respectful relationships with the students in their care and understand the profound impact that this relationship has on student learning
• create a supportive and welcoming learning environment in which students feel confident to take risks
• acknowledge the strengths and abilities of their students while also encouraging open-mindedness

COMMITMENT TO THE FAMILIES OF STUDENTS

• establish strong and effective working partnerships with the families of their students
• value the knowledge parents have of their children and how the sharing of this information can aid in the overall educational development of each student
• use the avenues supported by the school to ensure open and informative communication and information exchange with parents
• ensure that student success is celebrated and that parents are well-informed of all events at a class and whole school 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 student development, learning theory, pedagogy, curriculum, ethics, educational research and legislation to inform professional judgement
• be guided by the values, aspirations, policies and procedures of the school
• 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 school and welcome the opportunity to learn with and from others

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

• apply professional knowledge and experience to promote student learning
• use appropriate pedagogy, assessment techniques, reporting procedures, teaching and learning strategies and technology when planning for and responding to students
• plan for and promote the acquisition of thinking, ICT and inquiry skills in students
• ensure a sound and systematic approach to the teaching of literacy and numeracy
• refine professional practice through ongoing inquiry, dialogue, and the ability to critically reflect on personal growth and the progression of others
• participate willingly and actively in the various curriculum and planning teams 
• employ strong administrative and organisational skills to ensure documentation of learning is maintained at a high professional standard

PARTICIPATION IN THE LEARNING COMMUNITY OF THE SCHOOL

• 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 THE SCHOOL

• willingly participate in the many and varied activities that strengthen the sense of community and provide students with a broad educational experience
• willingly participate in residential trips, parent workshops, and other community events
• actively support the pastoral and cultural dimensions of the school
• establish and maintain positive relationships with members of the school community
• participate in House activities

PARTICIPATION IN CO-CURRICULAR (CCA) PROGRAM

• actively support and contribute to the CCA program 
• contribute positively to the spirit within the teams or groups
• promote the importance of good sportsmanship and cooperation
• foster positive working relationships with other coaches and staff to facilitate a well-rounded CCA program

OTHER DUTIES

BASIC QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant tertiary degree in related subject
• Professional Teaching Qualification
• Fluent in English

EXPERIENCE

• Professional teaching experience of 2 years in a Primary School
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Ability to assess student interests, needs and development
• Excellent written English and effective interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent technological literacy across a range of applications 
• Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students 
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff, with proven flexibility to supporting wider PE events and productions 
• Demonstrated ability to have high expectations for all students 
• Effective administrative and organisational skills, particularly with regards to managing production schedules and events timelines
• Proven experience of leading productions, collaborating on performing PE events and contributing to a wider PE programme

EXPERTISE

All staff are expected to uphold the school’s values by:

• safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• supporting and promoting the school’s culture, reputation and strategic objectives 
• complying with the school’s Code of Conduct and other policy and regulatory requirements
• building relationships with students, staff and parents based on respect, trust and shared purpose
• behaving ethically and with appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity
• modelling punctuality and adherence to organisational deadlines
• supporting the Hiba Academy Values

Preferred Aptitudes

• qualifications to support effective coaching of, but not limited to, volleyball, badminton, football and basketball 
• ability to develop curriculum
• open, proactive, patient and caring
• proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and other educational software
• international and bilingual school experience
• cross-cultural work experience

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