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Director of Sixth Form - September 2023

Director of Sixth Form - September 2023

The British International School, Cairo

Egypt

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Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
01/09/2023
Apply by:
20 February 2023

Job overview

We seek an experienced, ambitious and organised leader for our large and successful Sixth Form. The Director of Sixth Form will also lead the IBO academic programme and the pastoral development of the sixth form. This is a senior leader post, and a key member of the Senior School Leadership Team (SSLT) contributing to the overall development of the school. The post holder will lead a large team of committed professionals, including Years 12 and 13 pastoral teams, CAS Coordinator and Higher Education and Careers Guidance team.

The British International School, Cairo (BISC) is a well established IBDP school with consistently high levels of achievement. The majority of our students go to top tier universities around the world including the UK, USA, Canada and Europe.

Successful candidates must have knowledge and experience in teaching the IBDP. Previous experience of a leadership role within an IBDP context is desirable for this post along with a commitment to the values inherent in the IBLP and the CAS programme.

The following can provide a candidate with an advantage:

·       Existing leadership role within an IBDP programme

·       Proven track record of guiding students through a IB course to successful examination outcomes

·       Experience of preparing students for the IBDP and higher education institutions around the world Experience of leading ToK in a UK independent or British, international school

·       IB Examiner for DP 

·       Commitment to their leadership development, for example, NPQSL or equivalent

BISC offers personal professional development and opportunities for all staff to contribute to school improvement.  All staff are expected to show a genuine commitment to promoting student welfare and a desire to participate in co-curricular activities.

BISC is one of the leading academic schools in the region. Located on the western fringe of Cairo, the School enjoys the benefits of a modern, purpose-built, spacious campus with state of the art facilities. BISC is an IB World School, a member of COBIS, BSME and IAPS. Further details are available on our website: www.bisc.edu.eg

Cairo itself is a bustling city, home to some of the world’s most iconic ancient monuments, with good access to other countries in the region. It is a city with a rich cultural heritage, a crossroads between Africa, the Middle East and Europe. With a population close to twenty million Cairo is a city of huge contrasts and provides endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

This video will give you some insights into the school community and living in Egypt.

Person Specification:

·                 Graduate in a related degree with qualified teacher status.

·                 To comply with Egyptian employment law, applicants must have QTS and a minimum of post qualification, three years teaching experience.

·                 Experience of teaching IB subject(s).

·                 Middle leadership experience (as Head of Department, or pastoral leader).

·                 People focused person who can listen and offer high quality guidance advice to young people and their families.

·                 Committed to empowering young people to be responsible global citizens and take on meaningful leadership.

·                 Clear understanding of the need to develop and support the core of the IBDP including the ability to motivate students to act.

·                 Enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a genuine passion for teaching, who can motivate and inspire students.

·                 Demonstrate personal values of integrity, determination, professionalism, and resilience.

·                 Demonstrate good communication skills: able to build rapport; a clear speaker and writer; an active listener; a good presenter.

·                 Demonstrate effective leadership style, skills and experience: is child centred; believes every child can achieve their full potential; committed to raising attainment of all students; a strategic thinker; can manage workload and priorities; committed to her/his own professional development; committed to contributing to whole school improvement; has presence; a team player; is approachable, collaborative and open minded.

·                 Meet our child protection and safeguarding requirements in full.

Remuneration

The British International School, Cairo (BISC) operates a similar teaching scale to schools in the UK which increases with teaching experience. All salaries are tax free and paid in Pounds Sterling. The current basic salary for a teacher with three years’ experience is £35,250 p.a. while the salary of the majority of staff is over £40,664 p.a. This post includes a significant additional allowance.

In addition all overseas contract teachers are entitled to a housing allowance, private BUPA Gold medical insurance, annual return travel to the UK, and generous fee remission for school-aged children.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website including a letter of application, addressed to the Principal – Mr Dan Dorran as a pdf document.

Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current employer.

Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 20th February 2023. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial interview via Zoom or Skype.

Employer: The British International School, Cairo (BISC)

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Contract type: Full time

Start date: 1st September 2023

Contract term: Two years renewable

Closing date: 20th February 2023

Safeguarding

The British International School, Cairo is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment practices, including the disclosure of criminal records, DBS and vetting checks. In line with KCSiE Sept 2023, all shortlisted candidates will undergo online checks. UK and EU passport holders based will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted.

 

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BISC was established in 1976 and has a reputation as one of the most successful schools in the Middle East. We teach boys and girls aged 2-18, with the majority of our students from Egypt, and our school's mission is to be a vibrant international community that promotes independent learning to develop global citizens.

We are based on a purpose built, state-of-the-art campus, 30 minutes West of the city centre. We are surrounded by high quality housing and facilities, though the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo - and the pyramids - are not far away and easily accessible.

We follow the British curriculum, with a track record of academic success as well as a strong focus on pastoral care. We are an active IB World School, a member of COBIS and BSME, and thus the school provides a holistic education in a supportive and caring environment. We are a non-denominational school, and we welcome students from all faiths and traditions, embracing the principles of open-mindedness and understanding.

BISC is a large school with over 1,150 students across our Foundation Stage, Junior and Senior Schools. Up to Key Stage 3, we follow the EYFS leading to the National Curriculum for England, with modifications to reflect the particular geographical and cultural circumstances of Egypt. In the Junior School, teachers receive specialist support in a variety of subjects and all classes have a bilingual Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher. With the exception of Arabic, all classes are in English, which many children speak at home, and children make excellent progress in their language development. The School takes advantage of the history, culture and geography of Egypt through a range of offsite trips and activities.

At Key Stage 4, students are prepared for GCSE and IGCSE examinations with the majority of students choosing to study the full IB Diploma. Our results are above the global average and the majority of our students go on to attend universities in the UK and USA.

Our package for teachers is amongst the best in the world, with tax-free salaries paid in Pound Sterling. Each teacher receives a generous housing allowance, as well as free annual return flights, BUPA gold healthcare, and a large budget for CLD. Above all we offer a friendly and supportive environment for you to grow as a professional with like-minded professionals.

Finally, further details of our school can be found on the school's website, but if you have any queries please contact the Human Resources Department by email, using hr@bisc.edu.eg. 

We look forward to hearing from you.

Mrs Basman Zora, Principal

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