Primary Teachers
Location: Shenzhen, China
Start Date: August 2025
Curriculum: UK National Curriculum
Key Benefits of Living and Working in Shenzhen:
- Higher Salaries: Enjoy a competitive salary and attractive annual bonus, rewarding you for your dedication and achievements.
- Professional Development: Access to robust professional development opportunities, enhancing your career within a globally recognised school network.
- Motivated Students: Work with highly motivated and talented students, eager to learn and succeed.
- Renowned UK-Affiliated School Group: Join the prestigious Harrow Schools network, with a legacy of excellence spanning over 450 years, providing world-class resources and support.
- Cultural Vibrancy: Experience life in Shenzhen, China's fastest-growing first-tier city, with access to a dynamic, youthful population and proximity to Hong Kong for exciting cultural experiences and travel.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy generous accommodation, health coverage, airfare allowances, and full remission of tuition fees for your children.
About AISL Harrow Schools
AISL Harrow Schools is a prestigious family of schools across China and Asia, inspired by the 450-year heritage of Harrow School in the UK. The network of schools is committed to producing tomorrow's leaders through a unique, world-class education. With a focus on academic excellence, leadership, service, and personal fulfillment, AISL Harrow Schools provide an innovative, internationally recognized education that prepares students for life beyond the classroom.
About Harrow International School Shenzhen
Harrow International School Shenzhen, established in 2020, is a dynamic and rapidly growing institution located in the thriving Qianhai Cooperation Zone. With a capacity for 1,300 students, the school offers a world-class international curriculum from Early Years to Sixth Form, including boarding options. The campus, spread across 14,700 sqm, boasts outstanding facilities, including sports areas, a library, collaborative learning spaces, and modern lecture halls, providing students with an engaging and supportive environment to excel academically and socially.
Living and Working in Shenzhen
Shenzhen is one of China's youngest and most vibrant cities, offering a perfect blend of modernity and natural beauty. With an average population age under thirty, Shenzhen is a hub for innovation and youth culture. The city is known for its excellent air quality and well-planned urban spaces, making it a pleasant place to live. Additionally, its proximity to Hong Kong offers easy access to a wealth of cultural and professional opportunities, as well as travel destinations across Asia. Whether you enjoy vibrant city life or the serene coastlines, Shenzhen has something for everyone.
About the Role
We are seeking passionate and dynamic Primary Teachers to join our team at Harrow International School Shenzhen. You will inspire and nurture young learners, guiding them to reach their fullest potential within a supportive and forward-thinking educational environment. As part of a globally renowned school group, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, world-class professional development, and a community of educators who share your commitment to student success.
Requirements
- Qualifications: Appropriate degree with a UK PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of teaching experience. Knowledge of the UK National Curriculum is highly desirable but not essential.
- Skills: Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language is an advantage.
- Professional Development: Evidence of recent and relevant professional development.
- ICT Skills: Strong knowledge of how to use ICT to support teaching and learning.
- Extracurricular Engagement: Active involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Values: Respect for all members of the school community, with a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
- Passion for Teaching: A deep passion for teaching and a strong commitment to a holistic education.
- Motivated and Collaborative: Highly motivated, ambitious, and collaborative, with a solution-focused approach to work.
Salary and Benefits
AISL Harrow Schools offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience
- Annual Bonus: 10% of salary, subject to performance review
- Health Insurance: Full coverage for teachers and dependents
- Accommodation: Onsite fully furnished accommodation for the first two years, with the option to live offsite in subsequent years
- Airfare and Baggage Allowance: Return airfare and baggage allowances for teachers and dependents
- Tuition Fee Remission: 100% remission on tuition fees for up to two dependent children, 50% remission for a third child onwards
- Visa and Permit Costs: All costs for working visas, dependents' visas, and work permits are covered by the school
Join a global network of educational excellence and help shape the future of young minds at Harrow International School Shenzhen, where your passion for teaching will be supported by exceptional resources, professional development, and a vibrant community!