Mainscale Class Teacher (Starting in Aug '27)

English Schools Foundation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

ESF Clearwater Bay School invites applications for a Mainscale Classroom Teacher starting August 2027. The two-year finite contract is renewable by mutual consent and suited for early career teachers.

The role focuses on upper primary year groups, with opportunities to move across year levels to broaden experience. Teachers will plan lessons, use inquiry-based methods, and contribute to a collaborative learning community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent PGCE.
• Relevant years of teaching experience in a recognised educational organisation.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and sequences to meet students' individual learning needs and progress.
• Use a range of strategies for teaching, learning and classroom management.
• Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high-quality lessons in line with the IBO philosophy.
• Maintain a well-organised and stimulating learning environment.
• Use technology to effectively enhance learning.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents/caregivers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build a team environment supporting student learning.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree with 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 looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated Mainscale Classroom Teacher from August 2027. The position is offered on a two-year finite contract, renewable by mutual consent and is most suitable for teachers early in their career.

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

• Planning lessons and sequences of lessons to meet student’s individual learning needs and to ensure students’ progression
• Using a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and learning and classroom management
• Use flexible groupings and structured inquiry to deliver high-quality lessons in line with the IBO philosophy
• Maintain a well-organised and stimulating learning environment
• Use technology to effectively enhance learning
• Using information about prior attainment to set expectations for students
• Using a range of assessment and reporting methods that show student’s achievement in relation to learning outcomes
• Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents and caregivers

Wider Professional Roles

• Planning and engaging in professional learning activities that support school and systematic priorities
• Taking responsibility for own professional development and using the outcomes to improve teaching and students’ learning
• Making an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the school
• Ensuring the administration of classroom procedures is completed efficiently
• Collaborating with members of the school community to build a team environment that supports students’ learning

Additional Responsibilities May Include

• Assisting with or managing an aspect of daily school management
• Assisting year level co-ordinators, curriculum co-ordinators, student management co-ordinators, principal and vice principal with the performance of specific functions
• Assisting with or managing a specialist function such as sport, careers, student welfare, excursions or camps co-ordination
• Supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programmes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Relevant years of teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation

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/