Personal Social & Health Education

Job Title:	Personal Social & Health Education (YCIS-SHPD-2526-SEC004)
Posted Date:	03/26/2025	Expiration Date:	–
Location:	YCIS – Shanghai(Pudong) (ShanghaiPuDong SEC)	# of Openings:	1
Effective From:	Immediate
Job Description:	We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expect all applicants to share this commitment. We align our recruitment practices to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Before any appointment is confirmed, we implement effective recruitment practices which include: interview, identity check, criminal record check and character/professional references. All teachers and other adults working at YCYW schools are expected to read and comply with our Child Protection Policy and Procedures and our Adult Code of Conduct for Working with Students. Purpose of Role The Life Skills (PSHE / Health) Teacher is responsible for delivering well-planned, relevant and interesting schemes of work and resources for Life Skills. The purpose of the position includes: • Develop and implement resources and strategies aligned the updated skills-based YCIS curriculum and safeguarding best practice. • Deliver well planned lessons matched to the students’ age and ability. • Assess and report on students’ progress. • Promote student wellness through curriculum as well as outside structured lessons ie theme days and weeks, Co-Curricular Activity programme etc. Key Responsibilities Key tasks/duties • Consult with YCYW curriculum drivers, Head of Inclusion & Designated Safeguarding Lead, and outside agencies where necessary to strengthen the programme. • Develop and contribute to the School Strategic Plan and monitor throughout the year. • Cooperate with Student Counsellor and Year Leader and section Coordinator to ensure coherence and progression. B. Specific tasks/duties • Ensure that student records are kept up-to-date on ManageBac. • Ensure all assessment deadlines are met. • Develop and co-ordinate further opportunities for students to develop their achievement in Life Skills outside the curriculum. • Attend regular meetings as required by the Life Skills Coordinator. C. Additional tasks/duties • Contribute to the maintenance of the school’s ethos by expecting high standards from all of the students • Contribute to the Co-Curricular Activity programme and support supervision of students in non-timetabled lesson periods. • Undertake other reasonable tasks as directed by the Head of Teaching & Learning, Vice Principals, Co-Principals etc.. D. Child Protection • Be responsible for responding to a variety of situations throughout the day, working closely with staff, students, and families to provide tailored support where needed. • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure that all safeguarding protocols are met, and that children feel supported in a nurturing environment. • Continue to develop the strategy relating to safeguarding, managing its delivery to help create a safe environment for our students, and ensure that all stakeholders are able to and feel comfortable to raise any concerns. Additional Responsibilities • Takes on extra responsibilities as assigned by the Vice Principals • Key roles and responsibilities include but not limited to the above. There may be times when school leaders need to request your help with other duties. Support • Support from the Life Skills Coordinator, Head of Teaching & Learning, Vice Principals, and Co-Principals • Professional Learning and Training as required
Job Requirements:	Professional Qualities • Bachelor’s Degree and recognised teaching qualification/license • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administration, students, families, and key contacts at other organisations • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate rationally with faculty, students, and parents alike • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Proven confident and engaging presentation skills • Evidence of a capacity to operate effectively in a cross-cultural environment • An organised, focused and goal-orientated personality capable of innovative forward thinking • High levels of personal integrity • An ability to generate ideas and implement new programmes and systems • Demonstrable understanding of ethical and reputational issues • Positive attitude, adaptable, empathetic, and committed to making a difference in the lives of young people with excellent time-management and organisational skills • Commitment towards school improvement and connected to the YCIS School Community • Experience in safeguarding children and supporting mental health and well-being is highly beneficial.

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