Deputy Head Academic

CHARTERHOUSE MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits package

Job summary

Charterhouse Malaysia invites applications for the Deputy Head Academic to lead curriculum, teaching, assessment and academic improvement across the secondary school, including IGCSE and A Level. reporting to Headteacher, you will develop Heads of Department and teachers and work with pastoral and inclusion colleagues.

The role includes a teaching commitment up to 10 lessons per week, a competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to shape a progressive international school community in

Qualifications

• You will be an excellent qualified teacher with a strong record of improving learning through others.
• We expect sound judgement, clear communication and the confidence to combine high expectations with professional trust.
• You will bring warmth, visibility and integrity to leadership, support colleagues’ development and contribute fully to the wider life of the School.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum, teaching, assessment and academic improvement across the secondary school, including IGCSE and A Level.
• Develop Heads of Department and teachers, use evidence intelligently, and work with pastoral and inclusion colleagues.
• Take on a teaching commitment of up to 10 lessons per week, depending on timetable needs.

Job description

Help shape the next stage of Charterhouse Malaysia’s development. We are seeking a thoughtful, ambitious academic leader who can turn a clear educational vision into excellent classroom practice and strong outcomes for students.

Deputy Head Academic

Charterhouse Malaysia

Help shape the next stage of Charterhouse Malaysia’s development. We are seeking a thoughtful, ambitious academic leader who can turn a clear educational vision into excellent classroom practice and strong outcomes for students.

About our School

Charterhouse Malaysia is a progressive international secondary school in Kuala Lumpur, drawing on the educational heritage of Charterhouse while looking confidently to the future. We combine academic rigour with intellectual curiosity, independent learning and care for the whole person. Through our Future Ready approach, students learn to question, discover and apply their knowledge, with service learning and Independent Learning Projects connecting education with purposeful contribution.

The opportunity

As a member of the Academic Leadership Team, reporting to the Headteacher, you will lead curriculum, teaching, assessment and academic improvement across the secondary School, including IGCSE and A Level. You will develop Heads of Department and teachers, use evidence intelligently and work closely with pastoral and inclusion colleagues. The post includes a teaching commitment of up to 10 lesson per week, depending on subject and timetable need.

What we are looking for

You will be an excellent qualified teacher with a strong record of improving learning through others. We expect sound judgement, clear communication and the confidence to combine high expectations with professional trust. You will bring warmth, visibility and integrity to leadership, support colleagues’ development and contribute fully to the wider life of the School.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, the opportunity to develop professionally and a meaningful part in a progressive school at an exciting time of growth. You will join generous, committed colleagues, work with inspiring young people and become part of a welcoming international community in Kuala Lumpur.

Please read the attached job description for the full responsibilities and person specification.

Charterhouse Malaysia is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

We welcome early applications and reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.