Secondary Science Teacher

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We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic and highly committed Secondary Science Teacher who has a passion for Science and inspires children with your innovative teaching approaches in our newly equipped science laboratories – we are the school of choice! You will have the skills and abilities to engage and enthuse different types of learners and to work productively as part of a team. Our students are looking for a teacher with drive and creativity. You must have an excellent track record of teaching Secondary Science at GCSE or IGCSE.

About Tenby Tropicana Aman

Tenby Tropicana Aman Opening in 2018, TTA is on a purpose-built campus located in an attractive green setting in a suburban area of Tropicana Aman, just outside of Kuala Lumpur. With currently 500+ students on roll, age 3 -16 across primary and secondary, our vibrant and dynamic school continues to grow and has already fostered a happy atmosphere and strong sense of community.

We believe in fostering active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and developing authentic leadership skills. We enable students to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.

Our primary school follows the National Curriculum for England, incorporating the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) thematic approach in teaching and learning activities. In our secondary school the National Curriculum for England is delivered at Key Stage 3 leading up to IGCSE. We offer a wide range of IGCSE subjects and are an accredited centre for CAIE, Oxford AQA and Edexcel.

Tenby Tropicana Aman is part of ISP Malaysia, one of the leading education groups in Malaysia that operates Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools. The nine school campuses are strategically located in the developed areas of Klang Valley in Selangor, Perak, Penang and Johor. ISP Malaysia is part of ISP, a global community of over 100 international schools across more than 20 countries.

A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued.

A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.

An embedded commitment to professional development and employee well-being.

Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.

Competitive remuneration.

School fee discount for children of employees.

Medical outpatient and insurance benefits.

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

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Secondary Science (Chemistry) Teacher – Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone who :

• Puts children at the heart of everything they do and genuinely cares about their well-being.
• Is passionate about Science and understands its importance in equipping young people with essential skills and knowledge.
• Has experience with AQA, Edexcel, or CAIE examination boards (desirable).
• Is an inspiring teacher with a proven track record of improving student outcomes.
• Can teach all areas of the National Curriculum for England in Science.
• Has up-to-date knowledge of curriculum developments and experience teaching GCSE Science.
• Is a strong communicator – personable, caring, and passionate, with high expectations.
• Is committed to continuous professional development and excited about leading others in their growth as well.
• Is committed to safeguarding and sees the pastoral responsibilities of a teacher as central to the role.

Line management

The Science Teacher will report to the Head Of Secondary.

Qualifications and Experience

Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Education or any other relevant fields.

support cross-curricular projects and events.

ISP Core Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies in all that you do.

Cognitive

Curious and agile

Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.

Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as necessary.

Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curious and effectively balances patience and action.

Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.

Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages new perspectives.

Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds solutions.

Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explore alternatives and possibilities.

Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable components.

Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and recognise patterns and relationships.

Leverages data and information as critical components in decision-making.

Interpersonal

Empathetic and emotionally intelligent

Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.

Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and recognising and celebrating their contributions.

Understands and respects others’ views, beliefs and feelings, building trust and rapport.

Self-reflects to understand how their actions and behaviour affect others.

Manages and self-regulates their emotions.

Collaborative and communicative

Communicates openly, honestly and professionally.

Actively listens and encourages contributions; values others’ inputs and ideas.

Adapts their style, tone and approach according to others’ needs.

Shares relevant knowledge, ideas and information with others.

Handles conflict and disagreements constructively, facilitating dialogue, understanding and resolution.

Self-Leadership

Manages their own personal development, focusing on continuous learning and getting better.

Humble, self-aware and open about their own areas for growth.

Seeks out, welcomes and acts on feedback.

Understands the internal and external factors affecting their learning and takes ownership for mitigating these.

An agile learner who makes connections between experiences and is able to unlearn when new solutions are required.

Resilient

Practices self-care and encourages others to do the same.

Organises themselves and their time and resources well to effectively manage challenges and stressors.

Understands their own emotions and triggers and follows healthy habits to help manage stress.

Uses inner strength when times are challenging or when working outside of their comfort zone.

Recovers positively from setbacks, using them as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Digital

Technologically literate

Uses technology in an ethical way, following cybersecurity and data protection best practice.

Communicates clearly and respectfully across digital and virtual channels.

Possesses strong functional skills, using technology effectively to support them in their role.

Understands different digital tools and systems, selecting and using the appropriate solution for specific purposes.

Keeps up with change, adapting to and embracing new technologies.

Global

Role models the ISP Principles.

Understands their responsibilities and the impact and influence they have.

Demonstrates a multi-cultural mindset and respects the different values, behaviours, attitudes, and practices across cultures.

Prioritises well-being, inclusion and belonging and is caring, considerate and supportive of others.

Considers the environmental and social impact of their actions and finds ways to minimise these.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application questions

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Number of applicants

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Tenby Schools is a rapidly expanding group of international and Malaysian private schools in Malaysia. Having started in Ipoh, there are now also Tenby Schools in Penang, Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru, Setia Ecohill in Semenyih and Tropicana Aman in Kota Kemuning.

Our vision is “A United World At Peace – Through Education” and is shared by all our schools. We are dedicated to bring together students from different cultures and nationalities and educate them to become the global citizens of the future - young people with respect for one another, confidence in themselves and the determination to become outstanding achievers.

HISTORY AND PRESENT

Tenby Schools Ipoh was established in 1960 by British expatriates who wanted their children to receive high-quality education based on the British system. The school started as an expatriate kindergarten that became an international school, Tenby International School (TIS), Ipoh, which later expanded to include a private Malaysian school, Sekolah Tenby. TIS, Ipoh is also the first school in the group to offer the Cambridge International A-Level Programme since 2010, alongside the other curricula on the same campus.

Tenby Schools Penang began life as a local kindergarten and a private school, with Tenby International School (TIS), Penang being established in 2007. In 2011, the school moved into its current location, a purpose-built campus conveniently located in Tanjung Bungah. The school complex is equipped with modern facilities, supported by a strong faculty of teaching staff.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the first purpose-built school in the group. Located on a 20-acre site in the award-winning Setia Eco Park development, the school offers top-class education from Early Years up to the Sixth Form. Since its establishment in 2008, Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park has become one of the most popular international / private schools in the Klang Valley. The school commenced the Cambridge International A-Level Programme in 2012 for its Sixth Form.

Tenby International School, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru commenced operation in January 2013, offering an international student-centred programme for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students.

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