Position title
Head of English Department - International School, Malaysia - September 2025 Start
Description

ASQ opens the doors for the next generation of leaders: take your first adventurous steps to becoming a successful leader in a New International School in Malaysia!

Overview

Help lead this international school in the policies and practices of continuous school improvement and staff development within in their English Department. An amazing opportunity to play a major role in the development of high-quality teaching and learning, including the monitoring of curriculum planning, giving feedback and advice and assisting and supporting colleagues with the planning and delivery of an enriching, differentiated curriculum.  Working with the Senior Leadership team, you will lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure the highest standards and expectations, including professional development training for staff linked to planning, teaching and assessment.

 

The school

The school fosters self-discipline, academic excellence, and the values needed for students to become responsible global citizens. The school adopts a British curriculum, which gives students the opportunity to obtain the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The school’s mission is to develop creative minds with a sense of understanding and compassion. The school is committed to strengthen the students spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and physically, fit to face the challenges ahead, aware of their duty to serve their nation.

 

Job Highlights

  • Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Cultural Immersion
  • Encourage high standards in all aspects of school life
  • Contribute to the effective and efficient management of the school
  • Promote a school culture that is happy, purposeful and productive
  • Support and motivate students, teachers and other school employees

 

The ideal candidate

  • Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education (Master’s Degree will be an advantage)
  • A recognized teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, QTS, or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3 years relevant experience in an International School
  • Proven experience as a Head Teacher or in a leadership role within an English Department.
  • Strong knowledge of English educational practices and curriculum.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to inspire and motivate both staff and students.
  • Strong team player, exemplary role model, positive and strives for excellence
  • Proven track record of having led a curriculum
  • Excellent communication skills, good time management, approachable and flexible
  • Experience with international curricula such as IB, Cambridge, or IPC is an advantage.

 

Facts & Figures

  • Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Job type: Contract
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Salary range: Competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience
  • Benefits: Flights, Visa, Accommodation allowance

 

About ASQ:  the perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional international schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions.

Kindly send your CV to: Lauren Trent  or apply directly online at www.asq-international.com.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.

Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ Education talent pool, as you could be perfect for one of our future international positions.

Job Location
Malaysia
Base Salary
Up to GBP 30 000 per annum
Date posted
April 11th, 2025
Industry
Working Hours
Contract