Teacher of Design Technology (May June 2026) – South Island School

Teacher of Design Technology (Temporary Cover 11th May - 19th June 2026) South Island School School Key Responsibilities

South Island School seeks to appoint an outstanding teacher to work within the Design Technology Faculty.

The successful applicant will be a highly skilled teacher with the ability to motivate inspire and engage with students in creative and innovative ways both within and outside the classroom with the overall goal of ensuring excellent educational outcomes for our students. Previous experience of IBMYP IGCSE and/or IB Diploma Food Technology and/ or Media would be helpful though this is not essential for an applicant with the right overall skills set.

The successful applicant may be asked to assist with a tutor group as well as contributing to the extra-curricular life of the school.

Please note that this role is only open to applicants who will be Hong Kong residents or have a Hong Kong working visa by the time the role starts.Completion of the Hong Kong teacher registration process will also be required if this has not been already completed.

The Role

Teachers at SIS are expected to be committed and flexible. Regular duties include:

• Planning lessons to meeteach studentsindividual learning needs and ensureexcellent outcomes in line with our schemes of learning;
• Using a range of appropriate strategies for positive classroom management including the use of flexible groupings and structured inquiry in line with the IBO philosophy;
• Enhancing learning through a range of well-considered resources including digital technologies;
• Maintaininga well organised and stimulating learning environment;
• Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes;
• Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents inline with South Island School reporting systems;
• Working closely with the Design faculty on future developments and shared planning;
• Working as a tutor for a group of students within the Pastoral Learning Curriculum;
• Engaging actively with the Making a Difference Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes.

The successful applicant should:

• Have the confidence to teach Design Technology to students of different ages and with differing levels of expertise;
• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge and understanding relating to all aspects of teaching Design Technology;
• Have an open minded and flexible approach to teaching and learning showing a desire to develop professional knowledge and skills;
• Have the ability to work as part of a team and the willingness to help develop learning programmes in collaboration with the Design Technology faculty as a whole;
• Have an awareness of current educational developments in Design Technology education worldwide.

For more information about South Island School please clickHERE.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Educationor

Bachelors Degree as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent

Further Information

Further information can be found in the following locations:

• South Island School website:
• English Schools Foundation website: email the Principals PA Ms Zin Mogg if you have any questions:

  Thank you again for your interest in this role.

  Closing Date: By 8am Hong Kong Time on Friday 25th December 2025
  

  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

  By applying for this position your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles head of department etc.) within ESF.

  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 ESFs 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.

  
  
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