Class Teacher

Children are at the heart of all we do and in British Forces School (BFS), Naples we aim for all our children to ‘Be the best that you can be in all that you do’. We strive to provide the very best education for our pupils and endeavour to make our school a special place to learn and play. We have many years of experience supporting our Service families and we are determined to make the very best of the short time children are with us. BFS Naples in Italy provides education for primary children from 3 – 11 years. Proudly providing education for the children of UK MOD personnel assigned to NATO.

The British Forces School is part of Defence Children Services (DCS), who are a Defence delivery organisation, subordinated under Army Regional Command. Our Vision is that we Educate the Child – Support the Family – Defend the Nation. HQ DCS is UK based at Trenchard Lines, Upavon and has forward deployed staff all over the world. DCS is responsible for the education and care of children of accompanied Service and Defence entitled personnel in MOD schools and settings; provides advice and guidance in respect of education for service families in the United Kingdom and the wider world.

The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants. Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. As such using data to aid understanding of our workforce is vital.

This position is advertised as full time at 30 hours per week. Specially recruited for overseas service appointees are not expected to return to the UK

Job Description

To ensure outstanding learning and outcomes for students, we ensure our applicants work in line with the Teacher Standards' https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teachers-standards.

Specific duties vary according to the needs of the school and currently include:

·      To take responsibility for a class of children, recognising children as individuals.

·      To take responsibility for standards of learning, teaching, curriculum provision and pastoral care of our children.

·      To create a classroom environment which supports and enriches learning.

·      To actively promote the aims of our school through effective teaching and learning.

·      To assess and provide educational provision to match individual pupil needs.

·      To actively contribute and support our school’s ethos, working positively in accordance with our plans, policies and procedures.

·      To promote and celebrate a positive image and the successes of our school and, in particular, fostering good relationships with stakeholders, the local community and parents/carers.

·      To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the school team.

·      To contribute to the development of a curriculum area or areas and subject specific resources.

·      To treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing accurate boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.

Further information is available on the attached job description.

Person Specification

The following experience, skills, and qualifications are essential criteria for the role:

Essential

·      UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful completion of Induction programme at the time of application. 

·      Strong subject and curriculum knowledge of the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage for England. 

·      Recent experience of teaching in a mainstream UK school or an MOD school in Foundation Stage.

·      Setting high expectations and proven experience of ensuring good progress and outcomes for pupils.

·      Plan and teach well-structured lessons and make accurate assessments that inform planning and enable pupils to improve.

·      Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.

·      Manage behaviour effectively to create a good and safe learning environment.

·      Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

·      Proven track record of creating an inspiring and enriching learning environment.

The following skills and experience are desirable: 

·      Knowledge and understanding of supporting the needs of the children of military personnel.

·      Demonstrates a resilient, passionate and hardworking outlook, flexible approach and projects a professional image.

Qualifications and Requirements:

·      UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful completion of Induction programme at the time of application.

·      Evidence will be required at interview. All qualifications, licences or memberships declared must be held at point of application and if applicable be in date. Equivalents will not be accepted.

Benefits

We are passionate about delivering extraordinary things for our people. We employ people who challenge and guide each other, working within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills and experience. Some of the many benefits you will receive include

·      Learning and Development opportunities for professional and personal development of skills.

·      A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.

·      Medical and dental support.

·      Superannuation is in accordance with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

·      A paid annual return flight to the UK is also provided for each family member after first having completed 12 months in post.

·      Accommodation is free for the first five years of your MOD employment overseas with subsidised utilities. Thereafter a reasonable modest rent is payable.

·      This post offers full relocation allowances subject to eligibility.

·      Cost of Living Overseas Allowances is payable based on personal circumstances and marital status.

Discover My Benefits: Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD. https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/

To apply please visit Civil Service Jobs  https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/index.cgi?SID=cGFnZWNsYXNzPUpvYnMmcGFnZWFjdGlvbj12aWV3dmFjYnlqb2JsaXN0Jm93bmVyPTUwNzAwMDAmc2VhcmNocGFnZT0xJnNlYXJjaHNvcnQ9c2NvcmUmb3duZXJ0eXBlPWZhaXImam9ibGlzdF92aWV3X3ZhYz0xOTY2MjgxJnVzZXJzZWFyY2hjb250ZXh0PTE0ODE0MjAwNyZyZXFzaWc9MTc1NjI5MTcwOS01OGNkMjQ3MzA2ZGIwYTJiMzM3NmZkMjY1OTA2OTZhOGRkYzVmNmIz to submit your completed application before the deadline of Sunday 21st September 2025.

Defence Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.