Lead Teacher, Curriculum - TLR3 (Starting Aug '27)

English Schools Foundation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TLR3 allowance

Job summary

Clearwater Bay School, part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), seeks an enthusiastic Lead Teacher - Curriculum to commence from August 2027. This is a full-time two-year contract with a Teaching and Learning Responsibility allowance (TLR3).

Initial placements may focus on upper primary years, with potential movement between year groups for professional development. The role leads curriculum and pedagogy in collaboration with senior leaders, the PYP coordinator and teaching teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education or Bachelor Degree with PGCE.
• Exemplary classroom practitioner.
• 5+ years teaching experience in a recognized educational organisation.
• High level interpersonal/coaching skills.
• Experience leading or holding a position of responsibility within a team desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with the IBO Primary Years Program desirable.
• Exemplary knowledge of high quality pedagogy and assessment practices.
• Committed to inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and pedagogy in collaboration with PYP Coordinator and senior leaders.
• Support colleagues to enhance teaching and learning and the day to day student experience.
• Support teaching team on whole school progression and moderation of outcomes.
• Ground planning, teaching and assessment in IB PYP, CWBS and ESF curriculum documentation.
• Contribute to progress on strategic priorities relating to curriculum and pedagogy.
• In collaboration with other middle leaders, lead professional learning for colleagues.
• Develop whole school collaboration, communication and coherence as part of the extended leadership team.
• Plan and engage in professional learning activities supporting school priorities.
• Make an active contribution to the strategic direction of the school.
• Collaborate with school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning.
• Contribute to the school’s extra-curricular program.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Coaching skills

Leading teams

IB PYP knowledge

Inclusive education

Education

B.Ed or PGCE

Job description

Clearwater Bay School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School serving the Sai Kung, Clearwater Bay and Tseung Kwan O communities in the Eastern New Territories of Hong Kong. Through the IB Primary Years Programme, we offer a world class international primary education to 720 students in years 1-6 that develops students’ creativity, confidence and willingness to achieve their personal best.

Clearwater Bay School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated Lead Teacher - Curriculum commencing from August 2027. This position is a class-based teaching role offered as a full time two-year contract, renewable by mutual consent. It includes a Teaching and Learning Responsibility allowance (TLR3).

We are currently seeking educators interested in teaching within our upper primary year groups. While initial placements may focus on these grade levels, our school values professional development and teachers transition between different year groups to broaden their experience and expertise.

Main Accountabilities

Leadership of Teaching and Learning:

The role of the Lead Teacher - Curriculum is to lead the development of curriculum and pedagogy in collaboration with the senior leaders, PYP coordinator, other middle leaders, and teaching team colleagues. This is a class-based role. Please click here for more details about the main accountabilities of teaching staff.

• Lead curriculum development and pedagogy in a teaching team in collaboration with PYP Coordinator
• Support colleagues in the teaching team to enhance teaching and learning and the day to day student experience
• Support teaching team on whole school progression and moderation of outcomes
• Ground planning, teaching and assessment in IB PYP, ESF and CWBS curriculum documentation
• Contribute to progress on strategic priorities relating to curriculum and pedagogy
• In collaboration with other middle leaders, leads professional learning for colleagues
• Develop whole school collaboration, communication and coherence as part of the extended leadership team

Wider Professional Roles:

• Plan and engage in professional learning activities that support school and systematic priorities.
• Make an active contribution to the strategic direction of the school
• Collaborate with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning.
• Contribute to the school’s extra-curricular program

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Education or Bachelor Degree with Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
• Exemplary classroom practitioner
• 5+ years teaching experience within a recognized educational organisation.
• High level interpersonal skills and/or coaching skills/experience.
• Prior experience of leading or holding a position of responsibility within a team (desirable)
• Knowledge and experience with the IBO Primary Years Program (desirable)
• Exemplary knowledge of high quality pedagogy and assessment practices
• Committed to supporting children’s individual needs and a belief in inclusive practices

For enquiries, please contact Isabella Mow @ 23583221 or Email: [e-mail]

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.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.

www.esf.edu.hk

About The Team

ESF Clearwater Bay School values create a safe, welcoming learning environment that fosters care, respect and intercultural understanding. We support and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of students and families who come from more than 35 different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Our core values of ‘Do your best’ ‘Respect’ and ‘Make a difference’ are the foundation of school life.

Through the IB Primary Years Programme, we offer an engaging, challenging inquiry programme that develops students’ creativity, confidence and belief in their ability to achieve their personal best. High standards of academic achievement combined with a strong emphasis on the arts, physical education and wellbeing provides students with a comprehensive, well rounded curriculum. Specialist Chinese, physical education, ICT, music and library programmes are also taught.

An extensive co-curricular programme provides opportunities for students to participate in a range of arts, sports and special interest activities.

https://cwbs.esf.edu.hk/