Part-time Chinese Specialist - Junior School

Tanglin Trust School, established in 1925, has over 100 years’ experience of providing excellence in education. Combining the benefits of a global outlook with the strong foundation of the UK National Curriculum, Tanglin offers a holistic education where all students thrive, inspired by passionate teachers and supported by excellent pastoral care. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, we set high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world.

A highly successful period of development provides unique opportunities for outstanding individuals to join our team– we are passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference to the lives of our students.

The role

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Chinese teacher to join our established Chinese program. Having successfully introduced Chinese in the Junior School, we are now in a continual phase of ongoing development of the program.

Our program places emphasis on student engagement and enjoyment. Experience of teaching Chinese to non-native speakers would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will be joining a team of dedicated Chinese language teachers, who demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond. The ability to work collaboratively and with flexibility as part of a team is an essential element of the role.

The role reports to Head of Junior School through Head of Chinese (Junior School).

Closing date of application: Friday, 16 January 2026.

The School is closed for Christmas break and we will only review applications in January when we return. We reserve the right appoint at any stage of the recruitment process and to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are delighted to partner with Edvectus who will manage the faculty recruitment for our school. They can be contacted for all inquiries at: tanglin@edvectus.com.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure certificate or its equivalent.

Tanglin Trust School

CPE Registration No.: 196100114C

Period of Registration: 7 June 2023 to 6 June 2029