The role
This is a newly created role at NLCS Kobe, developed in response to increased admissions demand. The Admissions Assessor will play a vital role in evaluating prospective students and ensuring a positive assessment experience for children and families. The role may also include in class support for children and also cover for absent colleagues. These aspects of the role will be discussed with candidates at interview and is optional.
This post requires you to already have permission to work in Japan (or the ability to change visa quickly from non-working to working)
Who we are looking for
This role has flexibility in terms of working hours and days which will be discussed at interview and would be ideal for:
- Teachers in Japan on short-term contracts
- Retired teachers seeking flexible work
- Classroom teachers looking for a different career focus
- Parents returning to work seeking part-time opportunities
- Educators interested in assessment and admissions work
We have an open mind as to who the successful candidate could be but do require someone who can start very soon.
NLCS Kobe
NLCS Kobe serves students in Grades 1 to 6, and will expand to Grades 7 and 8 as the school grows. Located on Rokkō Island, the campus offers convenient access to the vibrant commercial centres of both Osaka and Kobe. In partnership with The Hakko Group, NLCS Kobe will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, providing premium education for families in the Kansai region. A world-class Senior School campus is set to open in 2028 for grade 6 to 12. This architecturally stunning building, nestled in the Rokkō Mountains above Kobe, is designed to enhance students' educational experiences in a tranquil, natural setting while exemplifying sustainability and modern design.
The Ethos
The ethos of NLCS Kobe will closely mirror that of NLCS (UK), striving to recreate the spirit of the UK 'parent' school while respecting local culture and context. The School’s aim is to provide an ambitious academic education that inspires a lifelong love of learning, equipping students with the knowledge, attitudes, and confidence to flourish.
At North London Collegiate schools, academic success is achieved not through an emphasis on results alone, but by fostering an atmosphere of rigorous scholarship. Students are encouraged to study beyond examination syllabuses, cultivating intellectual independence and a deep love of their subjects. Pastoral well-being is paramount, and positive relationships are nurtured between students and staff, as well as among the students themselves.
International Schools
- In 2011, NLCS opened its first international branch in South Korea: NLCS Jeju, a co-educational day and boarding school that offers the IB Diploma to all Sixth Form students and has achieved outstanding results since the first graduating cohort in 2014. NLCS Jeju alumni continue to gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including in the UK, USA, Australia, and Asia.
- In 2017, NLCS opened its second branch school, NLCS Dubai, in the UAE. This co-educational day school follows the IB Continuum, with students taking the IB Diploma in Grade 12.
- In 2020, NLCS (Singapore) opened as the third branch school. Located in the heart of Singapore, it is a co-educational day school.
Safeguarding and Child Protection
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory background and police checks.
North London Collegiate school Kobe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.