AS A Level Chemistry and Physics Teacher

About the Role

Nguyen Sieu School is seeking enthusiastic, research-informed teachers to join our teaching team for the 2026–2027 academic year. The successful candidate will teach Chemistry and Physics at AS and A Level, following the relevant Cambridge International curriculum framework.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A university degree and an appropriate teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent)
• Strong subject knowledge and a good understanding of the Cambridge International Curriculum
• The ability to be a proactive member of a professional learning community, contributing to the school’s journey toward HPL accreditation
• Relevant teaching experience with a proven record of teaching effectiveness
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time-management skills
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents
• Strong classroom management skills, creating supportive and safe learning environments while meeting diverse student needs
• A clear understanding of assessment and reporting strategies, including providing timely and effective feedback to students and parents

Working Conditions

• Working hours: 40 hours per week, plus a one-hour lunch break, typically between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
• Teachers may occasionally be required to work weekends for school events or activities
• Standard contact hours: maximum of 80 contact hours per month
• Contact hours include teaching, learning support, and student coaching or mentoring, as assigned by the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

Job Expectations

In addition to teaching duties, teachers are expected to use their working hours for:

• Lesson and resource preparation
• Assessment and feedback, including marking and reporting
• Curriculum and programme development
• Supervision duties

Teachers may also be required to undertake complementary duties requested by the school, including:

• Learning support provision
• Coaching or mentoring students in clubs or competitions
• Participation in extracurricular activities
• Attendance at staff meetings and professional development sessions
• Participation in parent-teacher meetings and school events

Benefits

• Attractive competency-based salary
• Tuition discount for dependent children
• Work permit and visa/residence card support
• Medical insurance
• Access to professional development programmes
• A welcoming school community with great students and an inclusive working environment

Safeguarding and Student Welfare

Nguyen Sieu School is committed to high safeguarding standards and to promoting the welfare of all students and staff.

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory references
• Identity and qualification verification
• Criminal record checks
• Equal employment opportunities

Nguyen Sieu School is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all nationalities. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Vietnam.