Class Teacher & International Primary Curriculum (IPC) Coordinator (Primary)

Rainbow International School is a coeducational 2 – 18 years day and boarding school in Kampala, Uganda. As the most established, reputable and largest International school in the country, we deliver the EYFS and IPC curricula in the Primary section, English National curriculum at Key Stage 3 and Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Level in Key Stages 4 and 5. We also offer BTEC Level 3 courses as an alternative pathway to University.

The Post:

We are seeking for a dynamic, motivated, outstanding education Classteacher with experience and the ability to lead the International Primary curriculum (IPC) in our primary section. The successful candidate must be fully vaccinated against covid19.

Previous applicants need not apply.

 Experience:

●                Be passionate and committed 

●                Have a proven track record of outstanding practice

●                Be able to engage, motivate and support children, colleagues and parents

●                Be a reflective, flexible practitioner with the ability to think creatively and take risks

●                Experience of working within effective teams and being an effective team player

●                Have a strong learning-focused philosophy

●                A working knowledge of Google Apps and the confidence to work with IT in the classroom

Qualifications:

●                Bachelor of Education degree / QTS or Post Graduate Diploma in Education

 We require applicants who are/have:

●                In possession of a minimum of three years teaching experience in the UK or overseas in a British curriculum school

●                Let the development of IPC as a subject for the whole of Primary

●                Have experience of teaching the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) - inclusive of IEYC/IMYC

●                Dedicated practitioners who strive to provide the very best learning opportunities they can for their students

●                Professional both in their conduct and appearance and fully committed to the life of the school (including being fully involved in enrichment/extra-curricular activities)

●                Open minded and flexible, willing to contribute ideas and fully support the strategic vision of the school

●               Hardworking, with the desire to make a difference and go the extra mile

●               Show implementation of International mindedness and global citizenship 

The package:

●                Happy and motivated students in a welcoming and friendly environment

●                Competitive salary

●                Medical insurance

●                Two-year initial contract – renewable by mutual consent

●                Free furnished accommodation

*Flights and baggage allowance at the beginning and end of contract (flights annually from the second contract) for overseas hire 

Apply with the TES application form (insert application letter in the Supporting statement space in the form) and attach a detailed CV (with a passport photo on the top page). As part of the application letter, the applicant should mention year groups previously taught. In the CV, please include the names and contact details of three professional referees (employers/line managers), one must be your current/most recent Headteacher/Principal/Head of School.

*Do not attach certificates or reference letters at this stage.

Please disclose any convictions or cautions (if any) and a declaration that you are not barred from working with children. 

All applications should be addressed to the Principal (Mr. Derek Jones) and sent via the TES website. 

Closing date: 11th April 2023

*Interviews will take place on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date for the right candidate. 

The School:

We are an inclusive school, and are passionate about educating the ‘whole child’, and nurturing talents in a variety of subject areas. Currently there are 500 students on roll. Rainbow students are highly academic and our examination results are outstanding. We place an important emphasis not only on academics, but also in sports, performing arts and extracurricular. Our sixth form leavers gain entry into the top Universities around the world, the Russell Group and Ivy League among them. Rainbow is a first class learning institution and a busy and vibrant community. 

Situated near Lake Victoria, in the Kansanga / Ggaba area of Kampala, the school boasts a 15-acre green campus with purpose built classrooms, dedicated computing suites, science laboratories, sports pitches, two undercover courts, 25-meter swimming pool and Club, outdoor tennis court and cricket net. 

During May 2018, Rainbow went through the COBIS Patron’s Accreditation, a quality assurance programme for British International schools. Therefore, you will be joining a school that has undergone accreditation and is of the highest calibre.

Rainbow International School Uganda is a safer recruitment school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening and rigorous background checks (including contacting previous employers). The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and will be asked for a valid ICPC/Interpol check and the equivalent police certificate of good conduct from the country of current residence/employment, notarised copies of relevant academic documents, yellow fever & Covid19 vaccination cards and a pre-employment fit for work certificate (as well as any other documents that may be required for work permit application for non-Ugandans and their family members).

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer (EOE)