Temporary Teacher of French and Spanish (Oct 2026 - Feb 2027) - King George V School

Job Description

We are looking for an outstanding language acquisition teacher who can teach French and/or Spanish up to at least year 9 and either language up to year 13.

At King George V School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that every student can 'be their own remarkable'. This drives our vision to create a 'school for one', where each student feels the school was created just for them. Additionally, we are committed to continuous improvement, fostering collaboration and innovation to impact the communities we serve and lead positively.

KGV is a long-standing Secondary School part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest provider of English-medium international education in Hong Kong. Our school delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in years 7 to 9 and the (I)GCSE in years 10 and 11. In years 12 and 13, our students progress to study either the IB diploma, the BTEC applied learning diploma or the IB career-related programme, which also includes a language and cultural studies core element.

The position will be a full-time, temporary contract (maternity cover) running from 26 October 2026 to 4 February 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in French and/or Spanish, plus a recognised Postgraduate teaching qualification.
• Teaching experience of MYP within a recognised secondary educational organisation would be an advantage.
• Teaching competence and capacity to teach:
  • Language Acquisition in Spanish and French in MYP in years 7 to 9
  • French or Spanish at IGCSE, Language B SL/HL at IB diploma level
• Experience using data on student learning to shape curriculum, teaching and assessment provision through collaborative enquiry.
• Ability and willingness to contribute to collaboration in the Language Department and the wider school faculty, which is focused on improving student learning, outcomes, and literacy across the school.
• Effective interpersonal skills and drive to form positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

Application Deadline: 4 May 2025

If you have any further questions or would like to discuss the role, please get in touch with either: Salva Conesa (Head of Languages) salva.conesa@kgv.edu.hk or Olivia Pang (Principal's Personal Assistant) olivia.pang@kgv.edu.hk

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 ESF's 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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About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.
www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

At ESF King George V School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that every student can 'be their own remarkable...' as they achieve, improve and learn. Our vision is to create a 'school for one'. A place where each and every person engages in remarkable learning to achieve at high levels and be the best they can be.
Our school is also about continual improvement. As an agile school, we collaborate and innovate to make a difference in the communities we serve and lead.
The school is well known for its commitment to developing all aspects of student life and it has a fine tradition in sport, music, drama, dance, community service, charity work and environmental sustainability. Our school has a very strong House system, which is run and inspired by our students and provides a wide range of learning opportunities and activities.
http://www.kgv.edu.hk