Teacher of Biology - September 2022
The British International School, Cairo
Egypt
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Attractive tax-free salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 11 July 2022
Job overview
If you are a dynamic, flexible and innovative professional with a passion for teaching Biology and a real commitment to a holistic education, then the British International School, Cairo could be the school for you.
We seek an experienced and well-qualified Teacher of Biology with previous experience of teaching within the National Curriculum for England or a British-style setting commencing in September 2022. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Biology across the Senior School including GCSE and IB, and General Science in Key Stage 3. The school has excellent facilities and resources for teaching Science. The Science Department works effectively as a team sharing ideas and promoting learning.
BISC offers opportunities for personal professional development and all members of staff actively contribute to school improvement. Teachers are expected to show a genuine commitment to promoting student welfare and a desire to participate in the co-curricular programme.
A not-for-profit organisation, BISC is one of the leading academic schools in the region. Located on the western fringe of Cairo, the school enjoys the benefits of a modern, spacious, purpose-built campus with state of the art facilities. BISC is an IB World School and is a member of COBIS, BSME and IAPS. Further details are available on the school’s website: www.bisc.edu.eg
Cairo is a bustling city, home to some of the world’s most iconic ancient monuments, with good access to other countries in the region. It is a city with a rich cultural heritage, a crossroads between Africa, the Middle East and Europe. With a population close to twenty million, Cairo is a city of huge contrasts and provides endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.
Person Specification
- graduate in Biology or a related subject with Qualified Teacher Status and a MINIMUM of three years teaching experience post-QTS;
- enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a genuine passion for teaching, who can motivate and inspire students using a variety of strategies;
- recent experience teaching Biology within the National Curriculum for England and (I)GCSE, A level or IB;
- includes Assessment for Learning as an integral part of classroom practice;
- understands how to stretch more able students and support weaker pupils;
- works collaboratively as a member of a team;
- committed to her/his own professional development;
- understands an inquiry-based approach to learning;
- committed to a holistic approach to education;
- enjoys the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities;
- meets the school’s Safeguarding requirements in full.
Remuneration
The British International School, Cairo (BISC) operates a similar teaching scale to schools in the UK which increases with teaching experience. All salaries are tax free and paid in Pounds Sterling. The current basic salary for a teacher with three years’ experience is £34,560 p.a. while the salary of the majority of staff is just under £40,000 p.a. In addition all teachers on an overseas contract benefit from rent-free, furnished accommodation, private BUPA Gold health insurance and annual return travel to the UK. For teachers with school-aged children, there is full fee remission for the first two children.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website including a letter of application, addressed to the Principal (Mr. Dan Dorran) as a pdf document.
Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current employer.
Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 1st January 2022. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged. Interviews for the post will most likely take place by Zoom.
Employer: The British International School, Cairo (BISC)
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Contract type: Full time
Start date: 1st September 2022
Contract term: 31st August 2024 renewable
Closing date: 1st January 2022
Safeguarding
The British International School, Cairo is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment practises, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted.
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About The British International School, Cairo
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- The British International School, Cairo
- km 38, Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, Beverly Hills, 6th of October City
- Cairo
- 12451
- Egypt
BISC was established in 1976 and has a reputation as one of the most successful schools in the Middle East. We teach boys and girls aged 2-18, with the majority of our students from Egypt, and our school's mission is to be a vibrant international community that promotes independent learning to develop global citizens.
We are based on a purpose built, state-of-the-art campus, 30 minutes West of the city centre. We are surrounded by high quality housing and facilities, though the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo - and the pyramids - are not far away and easily accessible.
We follow the British curriculum, with a track record of academic success as well as a strong focus on pastoral care. We are an active IB World School, a member of COBIS and BSME, and thus the school provides a holistic education in a supportive and caring environment. We are a non-denominational school, and we welcome students from all faiths and traditions, embracing the principles of open-mindedness and understanding.
BISC is a large school with over 1,150 students across our Foundation Stage, Junior and Senior Schools. Up to Key Stage 3, we follow the EYFS leading to the National Curriculum for England, with modifications to reflect the particular geographical and cultural circumstances of Egypt. In the Junior School, teachers receive specialist support in a variety of subjects and all classes have a bilingual Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher. With the exception of Arabic, all classes are in English, which many children speak at home, and children make excellent progress in their language development. The School takes advantage of the history, culture and geography of Egypt through a range of offsite trips and activities.
At Key Stage 4, students are prepared for GCSE and IGCSE examinations with the majority of students choosing to study the full IB Diploma. Our results are above the global average and the majority of our students go on to attend universities in the UK and USA.
Our package for teachers is amongst the best in the world, with tax-free salaries paid in Pound Sterling. Each teacher receives a generous housing allowance, as well as free annual return flights, BUPA gold healthcare, and a large budget for CLD. Above all we offer a friendly and supportive environment for you to grow as a professional with like-minded professionals.
Finally, further details of our school can be found on the school's website, but if you have any queries please contact the Human Resources Department by email, using hr@bisc.edu.eg.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Mrs Basman Zora, Principal
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