Job Title: Teacher of Mathematics

Start Time: August 2025


We are looking for a highly qualified, dedicated, creative, adaptable and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics for Aug 2025 start.  The successful candidate will be someone who has the ability to lead and inspire children, as well as the willingness to support the ambition and values of the school.  


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 


KEY SUMMARY 

  1. Teach Mathematics at the level of KS3, IGCSE and A-Level 

  1. Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in Mathematics and across the wider school through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development 

  1. Lead on the school’s Mathematics competitions. 

  1. Liaise closely with other staff to develop Mathematics meeting the needs and interests of students across the school 

  1. Develop the school’s program of taking Mathematics into the local community 

  1. Liaise with Mathematics staff at SPGS London to build on their tradition of excellence and develop common programs, including tours 

  1. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children 

  1. Carrying out tutor ‘s responsibility for a specific year group 

  1. Support the school’s aims and objectives for teaching and learning 

  1. Plan and prepare courses and lessons 

  1. Collaborate with colleagues at SPGS London to bring the best of their methods and expertise to SPGS International School Chengdu 

  1. Teach, according to their educational need, the students assigned to you 

  1. Set and mark work (including internal examinations) to be carried out by the students in school or elsewhere 

  1. Monitor and record student progress and achievement as per school policy 

  1. Set appropriately challenging targets for students 

  1. Ensure students requiring learning support are supported in following their Individual Education Plan and that their needs are being met 

  1. Organize assessments and examinations as required 

  1. Write reports as required 

  1. Strive to foster amongst students, a love of learning and an ongoing thirst for knowledge 

  1. Collaborate with other teachers to plan lessons together, share ideas, approaches and professional knowledge 

  1. Keep-up-to-date with Department for Education and subject specific developments and contribute curriculum knowledge to the department 

  1. Keep up-to-date with wider educational research internationally 

PERSON SPECIFICATION: 


QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Essential: Minimum Bachelors’ Degree in Mathematics or in a relevant subject area 

  • Evidence of high-level academic mathematics ability 

  • Desirable: PGCE / QTS or equivalent  

LANGUAFES 

  • Fluent in English. 

WORKING EXPERIENCE 

  • Minimum two years’ Mathematics teaching experience at a UK or international school  

  • Experience in Cambridge, IGCSE, A-Level curriculum 

Competencies 

  • A wide interest and passion in Mathematics teaching 

  • Good communication skills   

  • Good teamwork and collaborative skills 

  • Resilience and a good sense of humor  

  • Fairness, kindness and warmth  

  • Interest in wider issues relating to teaching and learning 

APTITUDES

  • Ability to understand, empathize with and enjoy the culture, ethos and values of SPGS International School Chengdu 

  • Flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures and situations  

  • A willingness to explore innovative approaches from across the educational field 

  • The ability to uphold the Code of Conduct of SPGS International Schools 

 

SPGS International School Chengdu is committed to ensuring and promoting the health and safety of children. Successful applicants will: 

 

1. Participated in the school's regular training on child protection, and sign the code of conduct 

2. Immediately report to the designated or acting safeguarding lead for any potential risks for the children 

3. Strictly abide by the school's policies on information confidentiality and protection 

4. Play the role of safeguarding members to promote and ensure the health and safety development of all students in the school 

5. Report any students concerns to the designated or acting safeguarding lead 

6. Report any unsafe behavior on campus to the designated or acting safety lead in accordance with the school's "whistle blowing" policy 

7. Maintain a professional relationship with students and respect and maintain personal boundaries 

 

SPGS International School Chengdu is committed to safe recruitment and child protection, relevant qualifications and police clearance of applicants will be verified  

 

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities for the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified, especially in the context of a school which requires flexibility in all of its employees. 

This job description is current at the date shown but, in consultation with the post holder, may be changed by the Co-principals to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. 

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