Temporary Expressive Arts Teacher, Music(Jan-March 2026)

Temporary Expressive Arts Teacher, Music (Jan–March 2026) - Kowloon Junior School Kowloon Junior School is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and exemplary Music Teacher to join our Expressive Arts Team from January to March 2026. This role is designed to ensure a consistent and cohesive approach to Music, Dance, Drama & Performance across the whole school while empowering our teaching staff with the expertise and resources necessary to create an inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and families to ensure all students reach their full potential. Our goal is to employ staff who are confident and comfortable working with groups of children across the primary phase and passionate about learning to achieve our vision of “Success for Every Child”. The Temporary Full Time Expressive Arts Teacher (Music) will be expected to: Work closely with the Vice Principal and colleagues in the Expressive Arts Department to develop and maintain the current programme across the school (Y1‑Y6) incorporating Music, Dance, Drama and Performance into the curriculum. Teach music skills across the school. Coordinate and prepare students for concerts/performances within the school and across the foundation. Support the school’s assembly programme. Coordinate the school choirs and orchestra. Add value to our musically talented cohort of students. Coordinate the provision of peripatetic music teaching. Represent the school at ESF Curriculum Group meetings. Work with all teachers to ensure the Expressive Arts programme has authentic links across the PYP programme of Inquiry. Work closely with the PYP Coordinator to promote, enhance and develop the Arts across the school. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Education, or Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent. Qualified Teacher status with additional expressive arts qualifications, ideally with expertise/experience in music. The successful applicant will be responsible to the Principal and will have a close working relationship with the Vice Principals. Interested candidates, please complete the online application form via the ESF website. Please do not send CVs or letters of application directly to the school. Deadline for applications Sunday, 14 December 2025 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF. ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. About Us The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English‑medium international school organisation in Hong Kong, operating 22 schools and a comprehensive programme of extracurricular activities that bring out the best in every student. We serve more than 18,000 students from 75 nationalities and are dedicated to providing high‑quality, personalised education. About the Team KJS is one of the primary schools under the ESF. With a five‑form entry and 900 students from Year 1 to Year 6, it is an IB World School that fosters a rigorous inquiry‑based approach to teaching and learning. Staff collaborate closely to realise our School Vision of “Success for Every Child”. #J-18808-Ljbffr