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REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN TEACHERS OF ENGLISH, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY, BUSINESS/ECONOMICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE OR ART REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Role commences August 2021
REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN
REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN
RGS will establish its international flagship school,
leveraging Shenzhen’s innovative international education
curriculum to position itself as a world-class influential
international education project. The project site will be
“CENTRAL TO OUR ETHOS IS
located in BNP Science Technology Park of Dapeng THE BELIEF THAT EVERY CHILD
Peninsula, Shenzhen. RGS Shenzhen will grow organically WHO RECEIVES A REIGATE
and it is expected to reach its full capacity of 1,500 GRAMMAR SCHOOL EDUCATION
students gradually.
IS ON A JOURNEY WITH NOBLE
“East-meets-West” is a strong theme in the school’s PURPOSE AND WILL GO ON TO
philosophy for education and the curriculum will reflect MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER
the coming together of Chinese and British curricula and PLACE.”
pedagogical approaches. The vision is to develop
responsible global citizens with a strong sense of their
cultural heritage, fully prepared for the competitive
marketplace they will join as young adults. The school will
strive to empower students to be creative and innovative
leaders and will provide an academic education that opens
doors of opportunity and extra-curricular experiences to
inspire and create pathways to future success.
FACILITIES
The campus has been designed by Broadway Malyan, a
distinguished British architectural firm with considerable
experience in designing first-class international school
campuses in China. A central strand to the RGS ethos is
to care for each individual child and nurture their unique
blend of talents and abilities and this ethos has been
reflected in the design of the campus. Reminiscent of
British independent schools, the school is built around
courtyards and quadrangles. Around these open spaces,
RGS Shenzhen will have a wide range of world-class
educational and sporting facilities to enable students to
pursue a diverse range of interests.
In keeping with excellence in STEM subjects, the school
will have a dedicated STEM hub with access to the latest
technology and a range of well-resourced laboratories to
support the delivery of a personalised, flexible and
relevant curriculum.
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REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN
BOARDING CURRICULUM
Excellence in boarding will be central to delivering the vision The curriculum will be based on foundations of the Chinese
of an academically excellent and well-rounded, holistic National Curriculum, and integrating British Cambridge
education that develops character and confidence and International Curriculum standards to form a unique
fosters independent and enquiring learners. Strong systems curriculum. Students who complete relevant Chinese
of pastoral care will be established at the outset, delivered courses and participate in domestic examinations can
through the boarding houses. obtain the domestic high school qualification.
Provision will be made for over 500 students to join a While students who participate in the Cambridge
boarding house and live in cosy bedrooms. Boarding Checkpoint, IGCSE and A Levels can obtain GCSE and A
facilities will be designed with a particular age-range in mind, Level certificates. Chinese-Western integrated curriculum
and students will progress through the boarding houses as allows students to focus on subject interest and develop
they progress through the school. Younger boarders will be strong research abilities. Personalised pathways offer an
housed near the junior school allowing for easy travel to array of opportunities that allow students to discover new
lessons and a close-knit social and academic life. The house talents, pursue specific interests and to expand their
system will feature prominently, and boarders and day intellectual horizons. The bilingual environment will result in
students alike will belong to a house. the appointment of a diverse teacher workforce able to
deliver a bilingual curriculum, aligned to the vision for
Through inter-house activities and competitions, each pedagogy and committed to offering a comprehensive
student will have the opportunity to make an important range of curricular and extracurricular opportunities.
contribution in a supportive yet competitive environment
to develop their competitive edge, interpersonal skills,
teamwork and leadership.
REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN
REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL In the school’s academic culture of intellectual freedom,
the structure of the curriculum means that students receive
a strong grounding in core subjects but can elect to pursue
Alderman Henry Smith founded Reigate Grammar any area of interest. In the elective curriculum, one
School in 1675. For over 345 years, young people student may learn to trade stocks while another deepens
have been educated on the same site, in the heart their understanding of French literature. It is a challenging
of Reigate, an historic market town in the east of and balanced education, equipping students for the
Surrey at the foothills of the North Downs in an opportunities and demands of their future lives and allowing
area of outstanding natural beauty. them to explore their personal passions.
RGS is a leading HMC independent co-educational day The first line of the school’s most recent ISI report asserts
school. It is a highly successful, happy and exciting school, that ‘the quality of the students’ achievements and learning
which aims to provide a broad and balanced education to is exceptional’: the first co-ed day school to achieve this rare
boys and girls that will prepare them for the modern world. accolade. RGS’ approach to teaching and learning melds
Like the school song, To Be a Pilgrim, we emphasise to all expert teaching knowledge with a modern, innovative
our students that they are on a journey of noble purpose, approach to pedagogy with a judicious use of technology.
to have an impact and to make the world a better place. Inspirational and personalised teaching and learning is at the
We aim to educate the whole child and offer a broad range centre of the vision and requires expert teachers. The school
of experiences for all. We are an inclusive school and, built is one of a small number of world-class schools to have been
upon the vision of our founder, are committed to social a global pioneer in High Performance Learning, focusing on
mobility and the provision of bursaries through wider the development of global citizens, advanced performers
access and a supportive Reigatian community. and enterprising learners.
Outcomes at the school are world-class with 96% of A Level
“Happy Kids Great Results” Good Schools Guide 2019 entries graded A*, A or B, with the typical Reigatian securing
three A grades. On average, 97% of RGS students go on to
Reigate Grammar School caters for over 1050 students Oxbridge, Russell Group and other top universities and
aged 11 to 18. Another 600 students are educated at medical schools. In 2019, RGS was named Independent School
Reigate St Mary’s Preparatory and Choir School and of the Year for Wellbeing and Pastoral Care at the TES
Chinthurst School, RGS’s junior and nursery schools – both Awards – the most important element of any great education.
recently shortlisted for UK Independent Prep School of the In that same year, we also received the award of School of the
Year. RGS offers the very best academic education with Year for Community Outreach and most recently, in October
equal prominence placed on the arts, sport and a rich 2020, Reigate Grammar School was named Public School
extra-curricular programme. RGS has a distinctive of the Year by Tatler, the school Oscars.
educational philosophy and a strong ethos of pastoral care
underpinning a well-rounded education. The House system Shaun Fenton, Headmaster, acknowledged as one of the
has some clearly defined aims: for everyone to feel part of outstanding educational leaders in this country, was
a team; to allow leadership to be nurtured; talent to shine; elected Chairman of HMC in 2018-2019 and most recently
confidence to surge; teamwork to flourish; and competitive awarded the OBE by Her Majesty the Queen for Services
spirit to develop. to Education.
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TEACHERS OF ENGLISH, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY, BUSINESS/
ECONOMICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE OR ART
BACKGROUND ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for outstanding teachers to join our exciting • Create an effective learning environment through
new school project in China, RGS Shenzhen. This is displays, bulletin boards.
secondary level and will follow an international curriculum, • Participate in faculty meetings, committees and extra-
preparing students for IGCSE and A Level qualifications to curricular clubs and activities.
prepare students for world-class universities. The • Continue to develop professionally through regular
curriculum will focus on whole- child development through CPD.
an extensive wellbeing and co-curricular programme. Close • Be fully involved in house activities and role as a form
to the technical capital of China, RGS Shenzhen is in the tutor.
Dapeng peninsula, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. • Promote a positive image of the school in the wider
The Founding Headmaster is a current member of the community.
senior leadership team at RGS UK. Having launched RGS • Perform any additional duties as required.
China in 2018, our first school in Nanjing is now open, RGS
Shenzhen will open in September 2021 followed by RGS PERSON SPECIFICATION
Zhangjiagang in 2022. EXPECTED:
• Bachelor’s degree or above.
RESPONSIBILITIES • At least two years’experience in A Level teaching.
• Plan and deliver effective lessons for students in Year 10 • Ability to offer a variety of high-quality enrichment and
to Year 13 which demonstrate strong subject co-curricular activities.
knowledge. • Display a love of teaching and learning and working with
• Develop lesson plans and adapt the curriculum to meet students.
individual student needs and ensure a productive • Demonstrate experience of using ICT to promote
learning experience. learning.
• Teach across the various year groups within the • A good listener, effective communicator.
department, and possibly teaching across more than • Willingness to participate in boarding duties.
one department as required. DESIRED:
• Incorporate the use of technology into lessons as • English as an additional language/TESOL teaching
appropriate. certification or similar degree/training.
• Have high expectations of students, guiding them to • Specialised in immersive or bilingual English language
reach their full potential. acquisition.
• Establish respectful, trusting, supportive and • Experience of coaching and mentoring students.
constructive relationships with students. • Master’s degree or similar professional qualifications.
• Establish and maintain high standards of classroom
organisation and student behaviour to ensure a positive BENEFITS
learning environment. RGS Shenzhen offers a competitive salary scale and
• Provide a safe and supervised environment in the overseas package, including accomodation, medical, flights
classroom and on the school grounds. and relocation allowance.
• Monitor student progress, providing regular feedback
with constructive advice.
• Evaluate students’ academic and personal growth,
keeping appropriate records and preparing progress
reports.
• Communicate with parents through parent meetings
and other means discussing academic and personal
progress.
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REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS
Reigate Grammar School International (RGSI) was Applicants are asked to send a supporting statement
established in 2017 as a 100%owned subsidiary of Reigate together with an RGS International Teacher Application
Grammar School with a strategic vision to establish Form addressed to Mr Sean Davey, Managing Director of
international schools and to provide education consultancy RGSI as soon as possible and by 9.00am on Wednesday 7
services around the world. This includes sharing its ethos, April at the latest. We ask if applications can be submitted
pupil welfare and pastoral model, teaching and learning as soon as possible as they will be considered in the order
philosophy, curriculum design expertise and operational in which they are received, and the school reserves the right
systems. By developing international connections, RGS aims to make an appointment prior to the closing date.
to establish cultural and learning links to provide visit and
exchange opportunities for students and staff. Developing RGS Shenzhen is committed to ensuring that the privacy of
international links and perspectives opens up cultural and applicants and employees is protected. The School Privacy
learning opportunities across continents. Notice is available on the school website and is included in
the application pack and sets out how the school uses and
SAFEGUARDING protects any personally identifiable information that is
RGS Shenzhen is committed to safeguarding and promoting collected as part of the recruitment process.
the welfare of children and young people and expects all
staff to share this commitment. All applicants should read Within your application letter we would be grateful if could
the school’s Safeguarding policy, which is available on our indicate where you saw this position, whether it was from
website, and are required to declare any criminal convictions the AMCIS Jobs Bulletin, the TES Publications, the TES
or cautions, or disciplinary proceedings related to young Online, Eteach or another source. Shortlisted candidates will
people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child be invited for interview. Interviews with senior staff will
protection screening appropriate to the post, including explore each candidate’s ability to perform the duties of the
checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring post, subject knowledge, ability to relate appropriately to
Services. Full details are given on the application form. pupils and colleagues, organisational and pastoral skills, and
willingness to contribute to the school community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
RGS Shenzhen is an equal opportunities employer and Applications should be sent (by letter or by email) to the
welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons Head of Human Resources :
regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race,
ethnic origin, colour, nationality, religion, disability or age. Mrs Dawn Holmes
Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. Head of Human Resources
skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and Reigate Grammar School,
recruitment. Reigate Road, Reigate, RH2 0QS
Tel: 01737 222231
Email: hr@reigategrammar.org
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KAIYUAN EDUCATION
Kaiyuan Education is a private equity fund founded in early
2018 with a focus on education investment in China.
Backed by the China Development Bank Education
Company Limited, a subsidiary of the China Development
Bank and a diversified group of investors, Kaiyuan
Education is an exceptional strategic partner to RGS,
fulfilling both the role of investor and educational partner.
Kaiyuan Education has a team of professionals with
diversified backgrounds and expertise in both education
and finance. The first objective is to establish a series of REIGATIANS:
Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) bilingual schools in major A CARING COMMUNITY WHERE
cities in China through collaboration with some of the
UK’s best schools. RGS was chosen as the first exclusive
CHILDREN CAN BE THEIR BEST
partner to establish three schools throughout mainland AND DO THEIR BEST
China. Once the first three schools are established, there
will be an option for Kaiyuan and RGS to collaborate on
the foundation of a further two schools.
Kaiyuan Education, through partnership with RGS, aims to
bring the distinctive RGS ethos and its exceptional
pastoral care and co-curricular programmes to China. By
combining the strength of Kaiyuan educational knowledge,
management and operations expertise with RGS’s
academic excellence and ethos, RGS Shenzhen will
become an authentic “East-meets-West” school with a
strong heritage and a bright future.
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SHENZHEN
Shenzhen, also known as the coastal city in South China, neighbours Hong Kong and Macao. The core engine of the development
of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen is a modern international innovative metropolis full of charm,
vitality, impetus and creativity. Shenzhen, born in the country’s epic reform and opening-up drive and prospering for its
innovation, ranks fifth in Asia in terms of economic power, and is a wonder of the world’s industrialisation, urbanisation and
modernisation.
Shenzhen, City of Charm Shenzhen, City of Vitality
Over the past 40 years, Shenzhen has transformed from a Over the past 40 years, as a pioneering city in China’s
backward agricultural county to a modern international reform and opening up, Shenzhen has taken the lead in
mega city with full functionality. Its built-up area has carrying out the market-oriented reform of the economic
increased from 3.8 square kilometres to more than 1,000 system. Inspiring concepts such as “Time is money, efficiency
square kilometres. Constructors of the special economic is life” and “Empty talk is harmful to the nation, while doing
zone have gathered in Shenzhen from around the country. practical work will make it thrive” are influential across the
country. The city has taken the first steps in more than
Shenzhen’s population has grown by as much as 40 times 1,000 different fields in the country, from building the first
from 310,000 in 1979 to 13.43 million in 2019. The per export-oriented economic development zone in China to
capita disposable income of residents increased from 1,915 holding the country’s first land auction, from taking the lead
yuan in 1985 to 62,522 yuan in 2019. It became the first to in “bringing in” to “going global”, from economic reform to
build a moderately prosperous society in all respects with the further and comprehensive reform in economic,
high standards. Shenzhen has won numerous awards and political, cultural, social, ecological civilization and Party
recognitions, including the National Civilized City, the building systems. It has made continuous efforts to create a
Nation in Bloom, a member of the Creative Cities Network world-class business environment. Shenzhen is one of the
of UNESCO and UNESCO City of Design. Shenzhen has cities with China’s best business environment that has
been an important window of China’s reform. It is home to greatly stimulated the market vitality. Shenzhen is home to a
a world-class container port, the largest land port in Asia large number of local enterprises with global
and the country’s fifth-largest port. It has accelerated the competitiveness such as Ping An, China Merchants Group,
opening and development of Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Tencent, Huawei and DJI and is ranked first in the country
Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone and the in terms of the number of commercial entities and
Qianhai & Shekou free trade area, as well as the entrepreneurship density. Nearly 300 Fortune 500
construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater companies have invested in the city.
Bay Area. It has established relations with 88 provinces and
cities in 56 countries around the globe.
REIGATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL SHENZHEN Shenzhen, City of Impetus Shenzhen, City of Innovation During the past 40 years, Shenzhen has created the Shenzhen has taken the innovation-driven growth as its world-renowned “Shenzhen Speed”, and the development development strategy. It is committed to pushing forward of leading “Shenzhen Quality” and “Shenzhen Standards”, as comprehensive innovation with scientific and technological well as the “Shenzhen Made”, “Shenzhen Design” and innovation as its core. Shenzhen has formed a market “Shenzhen Brands” that mark the era. Shenzhen’s GDP oriented technological innovation system that takes jumped from 270 million yuan in 1980 to 2.69 trillion yuan enterprises as its mainstay and highly blends industry with in 2019, with an average annual growth of 20.7%, ranking university and research. It has fostered over 17,000 third among Chinese mainland cities and top five in Asian national high-tech enterprises. The number of PCT cities. Total imports and exports skyrocketed from US$18 applications reached 17,500, accounting 30.6 percent of million in 1980 to US$431.5 billion in 2019, with an average the total. It has become the first national innovative city, annual growth of 26.1%. Export volume ranked first among the first city in the country designated as an innovation Chinese mainland cities for 27 consecutive years. Shenzhen demonstration zone, one of the first batch of Chinese topped the list of Chinese mainland cities in economic cities designated as the demonstration zones of output per unit of area. The city’s per capita GDP stood at sustainable development and a national comprehensive 203,000 yuan in 2019, up from 835 yuan in 1980 and science centre. Shenzhen takes the lead in the new era reaching the level of a moderately developed country. and is the trailblazer in the new journey. Shenzhen’s GDP per square kilometre increased from 134,000 yuan per square kilometre in 1980 to 1.35 billion yuan per square kilometre in 2019, ranking first among cities on the Chinese mainland.
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