Secondary English Teacher

The Wingate School's Secondary school is growing. As a result we are looking to appoint a Secondary English teacher for an August 2023 start.  A strong candidate would be able to teach a second subject.

In 2023-2024, the Secondary school will have two classrooms of Form 1, two classrooms of Form 2, two classrooms of Form 3, one classroom of Form 4 and one classroom of Form 5. 

Regarding the candidate, we are looking for: 

• First language English speakers with knowledge of the British curriculum and IGCSE courses and examinations. 
• A flexible person who can adapt to the challenges of a growing school. 
• Enthusiasm and initiative. 
• Sound teacher qualifications. PGCE or equivalent. 
• Full-time Secondary school teaching experience. 
• A cheerful, professional, hard-working and well-presented person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils and parents.  Please note the school's dress code does not allow visible piercings or tattoos. 
• An awareness of the demands of teaching in an international school and a commitment to fostering high academic achievement. 
• Good communication and ICT skills . 
• Commitment to the all-round ethos of the School, including its co-curricular activities and School of Character approach.
• A person excited about the prospect of living in Latin America.

We offer: 

• A competitive salary 
• Initial 2 year contract, renewable by mutual consent 
• Good benefits package including: private medical insurance, life insurance, tax-free supermarket vouchers, tax-free matched savings scheme, tax-free monthly housing allowance, annual flight allowance, paid personal days, 80% scholarships for children of staff, staff transport routes and/or on-site parking. 
• The school also pays for Mexican social security and national pension scheme.
• Work visa sponsorship 
• Settling in support for teachers who come in from abroad: flight for arrival into Mexico, initial 30 days of temporary housing, arrival grocery pack, airport pick-up, assistance with opening a bank account . 
• Supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development 
• Strong and broad academic programme in a well-resourced school 

Teachers coming in with a family would also receive visa sponsorship and private medical insurance for the their spouse and/or children, as well as temporary housing suitable for a family.

All applicats should provide at least two professional referees. One of the them should be their current Head of School.

The position will be advertised until filled. Early applications are encouraged.

ABOUT THE WINGATE SCHOOL The Wingate School (TWS) is a British International School in Mexico City which offers an educational programme focussed on academic excellence, creativity and human formation. The school aims to form a community of critical thinkers who have a multicultural perspective and social commitment. TWS teaches the International Early Years Curriculum in Kinder, the International Primary Curriculum alongside Cambridge Primary Mathematics and English in Primary and the Cambridge curriculum in Secondary. TWS is an accredited Cambridge International School. The school is a member of the Latin American Heads Conference as well as the Alianza de Colegios Multiculturales de Mexico. It was awarded the Foundation Level of British Council’s International School Award and was named "One of the 10 best international schools in Latin America" by The Knowledge Review. TWS is incorporated to the Mexican Ministry of Education (SEP).

Child protection and safeguarding: The Wingate School is committed to caring for and ensuring the wellbeing of all young people. Candidates will be asked to provide references, undertake background checks, as well as carry out standard psychometric testing.