West Island School      Website: http://www.wis.edu.hk

West Island School is a member of the English Schools Foundation and was established in 1991. As an international secondary school offering iGCSE and IB programmes, we occupy award winning buildings in the Western district of Hong Kong. We serve a stable and established community in the Pokfulam district, with over 1200 students on roll. Our school mission of strength from diversity reflects the considerable achievements of our learners from over 40 different nationalities. Our students progress to the universities of their choice because they achieve highly, are well equipped and are leaders of the future.

Responsibilities

ROLE SUMMARY

To support the smooth running of the Art Department, assist students by preparing materials and providing administrative support. This is a permanent full time position which requires the staff member to work for 10.5 months of the year only (summer break is unpaid).

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of learning materials, equipment and resources (including preparation of, administration and resources for external examinations); maintenance of art studios
• Assist with the preparation and mounting of display work (sometimes at height), preparation and administrative work for art department events (whole school displays, open evenings, annual art exhibitions, annual creativity days)
• Control the stock of art materials and equipment
• Order art materials and resources with suppliers
• Assist teachers in the classroom during lessons when requested
• Performs other duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives

REPORTING TO:

• Head of Art

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience is desirable but not essential
• Fluent English is essential, Cantonese would be an advantage
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe Suite, Google docs)
• Display and presentation skills are essential

ABILITIES

• Shows initiative and is proactive in anticipating the needs of the department
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable
• Creative and imaginative thinker, problem solver, capable of considering different perspectives
• Able to contribute to a team and work independently
• Understands that the student/teacher relationship is one of mutual respect
• Interest, knowledge and experience of the arts would be an advantage
• Appreciation of internationalism and intercultural connectedness

The school’s aims and code of conduct should be embraced and promoted. West Island School’s policies should be adhered to at all times whilst ensuring safe working practices are followed in accordance with the school’s policies relating to Health and Safety.

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

Closing Date: 05 Aug 2018

For enquiries, please contact Margaret Lau at +852 2819 1962 or by clicking "Apply Now".

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