- Inspire pupils in the learning of Mandarin from Year 1 through to Year 5, to be extended to Year 6 as the school grows.
- Work closely with the Teaching Assistants in the Pre-Prep to support the delivery of Mandarin in a dual language classroom setting.
- Instil in pupils an understanding of important Chinese cultural features and traditions.
- Celebrate pupils’ work through displays around the school, as well as through pupil performances at events such as Chinese New Year.
- Give whole-school assemblies on an occasional basis, for example at Chinese New Year or Mid-Autumn Festival.
- Run parent workshops.
- Promote the use of ICT within the teaching of Mandarin.
- Be responsible for taking up to two after school activity clubs in liaison with the Deputy Head.
- Ensure medium term and short term planning are undertaken in accordance with the school policy.
- Ensure that the parent portal is kept up-to-date and provides useful links for parents.
- Work closely with parallel teacher(s) regarding termly and weekly planning, and with other staff to ensure continuity and progression.
- Be responsible for the behaviour and discipline of children in the class in accordance with the school behavioural policy.
- Ensure that the range of abilities among children is catered for by planned differentiated activities.
- Ensure monitoring, recording, assessment and reporting are undertaken in accordance with the school policies.
- Mark work appropriately and as immediately as possible in accordance with the marking policy, giving individual feedback and encouragement whenever possible.
- Lunch daily with the children and monitor lunchtime behaviour (c/f staff handbook for procedure)
- Liaise closely with the Head Master and other staff members regarding any children for concern.
- Meet with parents as required and foster good professional relationships and communication with parents.
- Be prepared to market the school by speaking to prospective parents visiting the classroom, attending open evenings and acting as ambassadors for the school.
- Attend parents' evenings and school functions as required.
- Undertake all duties and procedures as specified in staff handbook.
- Attend Parent Association events and other evening/weekend events.
- Attend staff/curriculum meetings including occasional whole school meetings.
- Participate in the appraisal process.
- Be prepared to attend INSETS (sometimes in evenings) and undertake continuous professional development.
- To be a good role model in respect of speech, dress, behavior and care of equipment.
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and the successful candidate will be expected to carry out additional duties as reasonably requested by the Head Master.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding position will have at least two years’ teaching Mandarin as a second language with international schools.
- He or she will have a university degree and teaching qualification from a recognised academic institution, preferably majoring in Mandarin.
SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to rigorous background checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, the College’s pre-employment medical question, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The College understands that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim.
The College is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient and effective and promotes equality of opportunity.
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