Chinese Language Teacher (Mandarin) (Maternity Cover) (PFL)

Kellett School (Pok Fu Lam Preparatory) is seeking an outstanding, enthusiastic and highly motivated Chinese Language Teacher (Mandarin) to provide maternity cover from mid-February 2027 until the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Mandarin teaching across the Preparatory School, inspiring pupils to develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong interest in Chinese language and culture.

The post holder will create an inclusive, engaging and challenging learning environment that enables all pupils to make excellent progress while promoting intercultural understanding and global citizenship. The teacher will contribute positively to the life of the school through effective collaboration with colleagues, participation in school events and commitment to the pastoral care and wellbeing of all pupils.

Applications Close: Monday, 26th October 2026 (2355 Hong Kong Time)

Job Description and Person Specification can be found here . Please refer to Kellett School Candidate Brief here . Application Process Applicants must have the right to work in Hong Kong. Please include in your covering letter your salary expectations. Applicants, who have not been contacted by 30th November 2026 , can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest.

Please note that offers of employment are subject to confirmation of visa or right to work status in Hong Kong and satisfactory references. Prospective employees will be required to apply for a Sexual Convictions Record Check (SCRC) through the Hong Kong Police Force.

Kellett is a through-train school from Reception to Year 13 with two preparatory campuses and one senior campus. Student roll currently is 1625; Senior 816; KLB Prep 324; PFL Prep 485. Kellett offers a truly outstanding education, evidenced by a BSO Inspection, membership of COBIS, HMC and IAPS, as well as exceptional public examination results.

We are an equal opportunities employer and treat all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination. Kellett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, review of social media presence and successful references.

In line with UK Government guidelines

• Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, Kellett School will conduct online checks prior to interview for all candidates shortlisted. Kellett School ensures equal treatment for all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity or marital status. Kellett School encourages applications from qualified candidates of varied backgrounds, supporting a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. Applicants, who have not been contacted by 30th November 2026 can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest. Kellett School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process. Personal data is being collected for human resources purposes, including assessing your suitability for the post for which you are applying. The data will be used by the School and the Board of Governors. If you wish to access any personal data held by the School, please contact the Executive Director of People and Culture. If your application is unsuccessful the personal data you supply will be retained for two years, at the end of which time it will be destroyed.