Music Teacher - Exciting Challenge

A Great Learning Opportunity Awaits you in Malaysia! 

Tenby International School, Tropicana Aman (TTA) is proud to be part of International Schools Partnership (ISP) a fast-growing global schools’ group in six clusters across the world; Europe, Mexico & Central America, the Middle East, South America, Southeast Asia, and the USA. Our regional cluster includes other Tenby schools across Malaysia.  

About us

Opening in 2018, TTA is on a purpose-built campus located in an attractive green setting in a suburban area of Tropicana Aman, just outside of Kuala Lumpur. With currently 500+ students on role, age 3 -16 across primary and secondary, our vibrant and dynamic school continues to grow and has already fostered a happy atmosphere and strong sense of community.

We believe in fostering active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and developing authentic leadership skills. We enable students to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world. 

Our primary school follows the National Curriculum for England, incorporating the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) thematic approach in teaching and learning activities. In our secondary school the National Curriculum for England is delivered at Key Stage 3 leading up to IGCSE. We offer a wide range of IGCSE subjects and are an accredited centre for CAIE, Oxford AQA and Edexcel.

As a teacher you will be a valued member of our school community supported by our own leadership team and other learning clusters in the group, both regionally and globally. The school has access to a global Learning Hub.

We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic and highly committed Music teacher, have a passion for Music and inspire children with your innovative teaching approaches– we are the school of choice!  You will have the skills and abilities to engage and enthuse different types of learners and to work productively as part of a team. Our students are looking for a teacher with drive and creativity. You must have an excellent track record of teaching Music at GCSE or IGCSE. 

The Role & Expectations

• To uphold the School’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.
• To lead, plan and teach Mucis across the Primary and Secondary sections of the School up to IGCSE.
• To possess excellent knowledge and experience of assessment and tracking to inform student progress, including the use of standardised tests.
• To have learning at the core of everything.
• To deliver INSET/training to staff as part of the CPD programme.
• To assist the School with developing greater ‘impact on learning’ practices.
• To have sound knowledge and practice of the National Curriculum for England, curriculum development and current educational thinking.
• To be able to manage a budget effectively.
• To be an excellent practitioner and be willing to learn.
• To possess growth mindset and embrace change.
• To be able to lead.
• To be a self-starter.
• To be a team player.
• To contribute to the wider School Community.

In return we offer: 

• A culture of trust, where all contributions are recognised and respected. 
• Passionate, positive, highly skilled and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision. 
• Allocated support through our Leadership Teams to support you in developing an exceptional learning school. 
• A commitment to professional development and to serving others. 
• A peer network of like-minded leaders.  
• A healthy work-life culture in a supportive environment. 
• Great employee benefits. 

The Package
This is a permanent placement. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary 
• Fee discount for children of employees 
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits  
• Personal Accident insurance coverage 

ISP Principles 

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. 

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others. 

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community. 

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. 

ISP Leadership Competencies  

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.  

1.Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.

2.Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.

3.Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

4.Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

5.Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.  

6.Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.  

7.Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.  

8.Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.  

9.Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.

10.Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.

11.Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.  

12.Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.  

13.Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.  

14.Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively. 

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles 

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.