German First Language Teacher (KS2-KS5) (Maternity Cover)

St Andrews International School Bangkok is one of 88 schools in the Nord Anglia Education (NAE) family. We offer a British educational curriculum with an international perspective that begins in Nursery and leads up to IGCSE examinations in Year 11, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate Diploma after completing Year 13. We are an inclusive school that invites children from all backgrounds and abilities to participate in the educational offerings on our diverse campus.

Founded in 1997 on an attractive, conveniently located site, with excellent facilities and access to local transportation. Today we have more than 2,400 students over a Primary School and High School campus, representing some 68 nationalities ranging from Foundation Stage to Year 13. Our state-of-the-art High School campus (next to Ekkamai BTS) opened in August 2017 giving our students the benefit of world-class teaching and facilities.

As part of the NAE family of schools, we are delighted to be able to offer some unique collaborations with world-class establishments, including the Juilliard School of Performing Arts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and UNICEF.

German First Language Teacher (KS2-KS5) (Maternity Cover)

Period: Starting Jan-Feb 2027, Ending May-June 2027

ABOUT THE ROLE

At St Andrews, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic German First Language Teacher to join our Languages team on a maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate will primarily teach German First Language to students aged approximately 8-14, from Year 3 to Year 9, supporting native and fluent German-speaking students in developing their language, literacy and cultural awareness skills.

The role will also include teaching IB German Literature to students in Years 12 and 13, so previous experience teaching German Literature at IB Diploma level, or a comparable senior secondary qualification, is highly desirable.

Class sizes are small, allowing teachers to respond effectively to individual learning needs and provide a stimulating and academically challenging learning environment. Students are motivated and engaged, and we are looking for a teacher who can bring genuine enthusiasm for German Language and Literature to the classroom

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong subject knowledge in German Language and Literature.
• Experience teaching German as a First Language to native or highly proficient students.
• Experience teaching students across Year 3 to Year 9 or comparable age groups.
• The ability to teach IB German Literature in Years 12 and 13.
• An understanding of how to differentiate learning across a wide range of ages and abilities.
• A flexible and collaborative approach to working within an international school Languages team.
• Experience teaching within an international school environment or an English National Curriculum setting would be an advantage.
• Experience supporting students with a range of additional learning needs would be beneficial.

Our classrooms have access to interactive technology and digital learning resources, and there is a strong commitment to integrating ICT meaningfully into teaching and learning.

As well as their teaching responsibilities, all teachers are expected to contribute positively to the school's pastoral systems and wider school community. This includes supporting school activities and offering an Extra-Curricular Activity that either extends students' learning within their subject area or reflects another area of personal interest.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

At St Andrews, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive school, and we have an excellent reputation for supporting children with special educational needs. Experience of teaching children with dyslexia, mild autism, ADHD and other additional learning needs would be valuable prior experience for a teacher wishing to join our team.

Our Mission Statement commits us to meeting "all the needs of the individual learner", and this applies equally to students requiring additional support and those targeting the very highest grades at IGCSE and IB.

Our Community

Joining St Andrews means becoming part of a warm and inclusive community where teachers contribute beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, you will engage in our vibrant pastoral system, residential trips and extracurricular activities that enhance student growth, whether through academics, creative arts, sports or social initiatives.

Curriculum and Learning Approach

Our curriculum broadly follows the English National Curriculum, enriched by an inclusive and international perspective.

Senior students take IGCSEs and the IB Diploma, with additional pathways including the IB Career-related Programme and International BTECs, allowing us to meet the needs of our diverse student community.

We embrace technology as an integral part of teaching and learning and continually adapt to developments in digital education. Every teacher receives a personal device to support their work.

Safeguarding at St Andrews

St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment.

No teacher will be appointed without satisfactory safeguarding checks, including at least two professional references, one of which must be from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check, and any relevant regional Prohibition Order/DBS or equivalent checks.

CONTRACT PERIOD

This position is a maternity cover appointment for approximately four months, commencing in January or February 2027 and continuing until May 2027.

The exact start date will be confirmed with the successful candidate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you would like to apply for this position, please complete the application process through Jobtrain, accessible via the Nord Anglia Education careers website:

http://www.nordangliaeducation.com/careers/

The closing date for applications is 18th October 2026, with applications being reviewed as they are received. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates before the closing date.

Please email [email protected] if you require any further information.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.