Head of Science, TLR2 (Starting Aug 2026) Discovery College

Discovery College is searching for an exceptional educator to fill the position of Head of Science (Teaching and Learning Responsibility 2). Successful appointees will teach MYP Science (integrated) and be able to teach in one or more of the following specialisms at DP: Biology Chemistry Physics.

Job Summary

The role of the Middle Leader is vital in leading teams of people to secure the best possible education for students. Middle Leaders exemplify excellent professional practice leading to high standards of teaching and learning within the curriculum. They lead the implementation of the Colleges strategic objectives at the team level and collaborate with each other to ensure consistent and aligned practices across the College. They are transparent in decision-making and delegate authority to ensure all staff members contribute to leading the College utilizing the key skills and abilities of each individual.

The work of the Middle Leader is vital to the implementation of the Colleges 5 intended outcomes for every student: to be agentic to be internationally minded to flourish to take principled action and to achieve highly.

Responsibilities

• Use own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student.
• Take responsibility for ensuring excellent standards of professional practice and student outcomes in area of responsibility.
• Utilise Quality Assurance to ensure individual team and Whole College understanding of the impact of professional practice on student outcomes.
• In area of responsibility research identify/provide PD advice and support implement model test review and evaluate all programmes to ensure the best teaching and learning practices are developed and maintained.
• Support the academic pastoral and co-curricular work of the school.
• Lead teams to provide learning opportunities for every student commensurate to her/his needs abilities and stage of development
• Establish effective and positive relationships with students based on mutual respect recognising the individuality of each student and affirming their cultural identity
• Provide a safe effective challenging learning environment and learning spaces in accordance with the mission and values of the College
• Maintain appropriate documentation and implement (and where relevant contribute to the development of) ESF and College policies
• Ensure alignment around agreed strategic objectives
• Establish priorities and goals that support College-wide Strategic Planning and Objectives the TLR Renewal Process and the Professional Reflection and Development Process
• Report to senior leaders and relevant other stakeholders on agreed goals
• Collaborate with other middle leaders to create coherence across the College
• Analyse and use relevant sets of data to track and improve student progress
• Manage resources as appropriate to area of responsibility
• Coordinate the publication of team communications
• Represent the College in key areas at ESF local and international level.
• Develop and improve teaching and learning consistent with school and IB philosophy and practice.
• Develop monitor and evaluate teaching and learning and assessment practices.
• Lead curriculum planning and classroom practice in consultation with programme coordinators and other key colleagues.
• Represent the team at meetings.
• Ensure effective communication between all team members and senior leaders.
• Chair team meetings and provide feedback.
• Facilitate effective Professional Reflection and Development for staff members supervised.
• Manage day-to-day staffing for the team.
• Ensure academic development and welfare of students is paramount.
• Coordinate student reports within area of responsibility.
• Perform other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal or his/her delegate.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Education or Bachelors Degree in any field with a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or equivalent
• 5 years of post-qualification teaching experience.
• An understanding of the IB and the key underpinnings of the curriculum frameworks is essential

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For enquiries please contact Rashmi Tandon at.

Teaching in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teachers. ESF Teachers enjoy a lucrative salary package and a high standard of living overall in an exciting and vibrant world city. The teaching profession is highly respected student motivation and outcomes are excellent and all teachers receive considerable support from ESF with settling into Hong Kong as well as with their professional development. Please feel free to contact us in advance about life in Hong Kong if you feel a conversation on this topic would be helpful.

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

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