Deputy Head Teacher
Regent British School
Egypt
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- A competitive salary inclusive of accommodation and transport to school, weekend accommodation in Cairo, annual return flights to the UK or recognised home of record, medical insurance, all work visa costs.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 8 February 2023
Job overview
The School
Regent British School (RBS) is the first British curriculum school in the Nile Delta region of Egypt and is located in New Mansoura on the Mediterranean Sea, about 2.5 hours from Cairo and 2 hours from Alexandria. New Mansoura is a modern city with lush residential apartments and villas, and n time will have malls, hotels and a corniche. This is an ideal location for tourism travel opportunities. Flights from Egypt to Europe, Africa and the Middle East makes this an ideal location for tourism travel opportunities.
RBS opened in October 2020 with 4 classes, 2 Early Years and 2 KS1. The school currently caters for students from EYFS- Year 7 and in 2023 will be opening Year 8.
RBS is a brand-new, purpose-built campus, with well-resourced classrooms and excellent sporting facilities such as a gymnasium, football pitches and a swimming pool.
The Curriculum
In the Primary School, we teach a bespoke curriculum that is based on the National Curriculum for England but adapted to our international context and our students’ needs. Our youngest learners from Early Years to Year 1 learn through a mixture of child-led (continuous provision) learning and teacher-led structured activities. In KS2, we use thematic units along with the Cambridge Curriculum to deliver learning that is engaging and relevant to our pupils.
Our curriculum aims to foster the development of the whole child, including their social, physical, emotional and cultural needs as well as their all-important academic needs.
The Applicant
Should be somebody who is
- able to play a leadership role in the development and setup of a secondary school program in conjunction with the Cambridge and British Council;
- aware of and carry out all of the requirements and responsibilities required to maintain accreditation of a British school;
- ensure the smooth operation of the school including the implementation of the RBS goals and mission statement;
- develop a professional learning community based on interpersonal trust, collaboration, and interdependence;
- implement a plan of relevant professional development opportunities and provide guidance and professional insight/expertise in program development, instruction and assessment practices;
- effectively deal with student behaviour issues in a fair, consistent and timely manner in accordance with the RBS Code of Conduct;
- develop a positive school climate and social responsibility through direct and intentional involvement with all RBS students;
- identify and effectively resolve parent issues
Qualifications:
- A British teacher with a current PGCE or PGCEi plus a UK QTS certificate
- A Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership or a related field preferred
- English first language
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A minimum of three years teaching in a British school, preferably with experience at all Key Stages.
- Experience with IGCSE implementation, curriculum and requirements
- A history of strong education leadership and organisational ability
- The ability to take initiative and work independently
How to Apply
• In order to apply, please complete the TES online application form that accompanies the advert.
About Regent British School
Regent British School in New Mansoura is the first British school in the Delta area. We currently have 170 students from Pre-K to Year 8 and plan to expand to Year 9 in 2024-25. The New Mansoura school is the founding school within the RBS family.
Our Community
RBS is located in New Mansoura, a modern city purpose-built for this school. It is situated 3 hours north of Cairo and 2 hours east of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast. Although some city phases are still under construction, residents will soon move in.
Our students come from different backgrounds and locations, and many of them have to travel 1.5 hours to attend our school. When they start school, most of them have limited English, and their families have only received government education in Arabic.
Our staff comprises both UK and Egyptian nationals and form close relationships both within and outside the school.
Our Curriculum
At RBS, we have developed a unique curriculum that combines the best of British education with the Cambridge Curriculum to meet the specific needs of our students. We aim to foster a lifelong passion for learning in our students, equipping them with the skills and abilities that universities and employers worldwide value.
Our curriculum is designed to produce students who are open-minded, creative, and thoughtful and who are strongly committed to academic excellence. The Cambridge Curriculum standards and the British Curriculum expectations ensure that our students receive a culturally sensitive and international education.
At RBS, we believe in providing an adaptable, challenging, and inspiring curriculum emphasising hands-on learning and problem-solving over mere rote memorisation. This approach ensures that our students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future challenges.
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