Kensington International School
Location
Thailand | United Kingdom
Job description
A newly expanded Primary School with Kindergarten, located west of the city, only a short distance (10 minutes) from the BTS (Skytrain) with easy access to the world-famous, historic and vibrant city of Bangkok! The area and local community are steeped in Thai tradition, set in lush greenery with a tranquil, peaceful atmosphere.
In August 2024 we will open our Brand new Primary School building, starting with Years 1, 2 and 3, this will be a very exciting time to join our school team.
The school follows the EYFS and UK National Curriculum for children from 2 – 11 years.
We are an award-winning, high profile school receiving the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand, “Outstanding Small Business” award (2018) and the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) “Best International Nursery” award (2019). We are also the only International Kindergarten to be awarded the NDNA’s Platinum level standard "Quality Counts" accreditation.
The award-winning architectural design of the school, along with its educational ethos are profoundly unique and continue to attract government and educational attention from throughout SE Asia. With an exceptionally well-resourced Kindergarten with special indoor facilities, a soft gym, library, ICT facilities and a room for cookery classes. In addition, state-of-the-art outdoor facilities include a swimming pool, splash pool, sandpit, playground, racing track and garden area. Alongside this an newly built Primary School with brand new facilities including, swimming pool, football field, library and music rooms.
The school aims to provide the highest standards of Primary Education in Thailand. We provide a small, very friendly and professional community atmosphere, with Continuing Professional Development for the teaching team, who are always central to our priorities.
The atmosphere in the classes is one of warmth and security, a place where children can grow in confidence, ready to take on new challenges. Dedicated teachers work hard to create a stimulating environment through engaging activities and displays, and by following the children’s interests.
The school embraces its community and parents play an active role as they too become part of the ‘Kensington Family.’ Parent participation is recognised as an integral part of the education process, and they work closely with teachers to organise many different cultural and social events throughout the year.
Bangkok is an exciting, iconic city at the very heart of SE Asia and abounds with rich cultural experiences. Thailand offers excellent leisure and travel opportunities, with countries such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar, all just an hour away. The cost of living here is breathtakingly low and this wonderful ‘land of smiles’ has year-round warmth and sunshine. A beautiful, safe place to live and work, and a place that will stay in your heart forever!
Position: Computing/Art/Cover teacher (EYFS/Primary)
Kensington International School seeks a fully qualified, and inspirational Primary School teacher who is an energetic, highly inspired and motivated person. Someone who is passionate about childcare and education and is committed to achieving high standards and creating a stimulating, positive and child-centred classroom ethos. The position is for part time only, commencing August 2024.
Job Role:
The successful applicant would be expected to work collaboratively
with our teaching team in leading forward thinking education for all our students in
number of areas:
- Lead multidisciplinary lessons focused on Computing and Art
- Create and organize engaging ECA opportunities
- Be part of new and exciting curriculum projects.
We are offering an opportunity to be part of a very professional
team of forward thinking progressive educators.
Requirements:
Native-level English speaker
BEd (Hons) with QTS or equivalent OR University Degree with PGCE
Recent experience working within the Primary Education
Excellent knowledge of the Primary curriculum specifically subjects related to STEAM
Desirable:
Experience of teaching children with EAL
NB Please download our and personal specification documents for more details.
Contract type:
· Fixed term contract
· Competitive monthly salary based on qualifications and experience.
· Choice of free accommodation of fully furnished studio flat or housing allowance.
· Annual round-trip airfare to the international airport of your home country (at actual cost or maximum up to THB 35,000) if you are coming from the UK.
· Daily working days lunch.
· Health insurance (includes spouse and dependents)
· Teacher license and work permit are accommodated and funded.
· An opportunity to be part of a very professional team of educators.
Note: * Employment terms and conditions to be agreed before accepting work aboard.
** All successful applicants will be subject to reference checks, DBS checks and validation of qualifications. Please note, we are a safe recruiter.
Application Process:
If you are suitably qualified and would like to be part of a professional and dedicated team that is committed to helping students reach their full potential, please apply by clicking on the “Application Link” below.
Interview Dates:
Applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted for an online interview (specific dates will be advised). If you have not heard from us within 14 days, please assume you have not been shortlisted.
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