Biology Teacher

A rare opportunity has arisen at Sandford International School, a school with a well established reputation for excellence and innovation, as well as being accredited by the IBO and Cambridge, we are authorised by the Ethiopian Government to provide a world class education serving the local and expatriate community of the culturally diverse Addis Ababa region.

We now require forward-thinking outstanding and skilled Biology Teacher, who shares a common passion for teaching and learning to support and develop pedagogy practice within science and across the school.

Successful applicants need to:

• Teach Biology KS3 - IB level.
• Demonstrate an excellent teaching record and provide evidence of impact
• Be highly motivated with a successful track record of working with a wide range of staff, children and families
• Have vision, creativity, drive and enthusiasm to develop teaching and learning at our school
• Be able to communicate effectively and have a repertoire of inter-personal skills which  motivate, lead, support and challenge other colleagues
• Be committed to the safeguarding of children.

In return, we can offer you:

• An opportunity to professionally develop within the school.
• The chance to grow as a leader in a values-led organization, committed to CPD
• A role in which you can really make the difference to the whole school improvement agenda
• The opportunity to make a ‘real’ difference to the lives of young people at Sandford International School, improving their outcomes
• A competitive tax-free salary
• An annual gratuity
• Annual return flights to your home country for the yourself, spouse, and up to two dependents (under 18)
• International medical cover for you and your accompanying family
• Fully furnished accommodation
• Pick up and drop off at your residence in the morning and after school if required
• Weekend transport for shopping in downtown Addis.

For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr. Anthony Hamilton (Head of School) via Bezaye Kebede bezaye@sandfordschool.org (Head of HR)

Please use the ‘Quick Apply’ button, and include a supporting statement, explaining how your experience to date matches our requirements.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint candidates before the closing date, and we encourage early applications for this post.

Closing date: 29th March 2024

 “Sandford International. School is committed to;

a)      safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children; and

b)      as a Non-Governmental Organisation staff are expected to be non-partisan, committed to equal opportunities for all, irrespective of race, religion, and Sex and reject discrimination on any grounds”

All staff members are expected to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to either a local or international police check.

Sandford International School is an equal opportunities employer.