Head of Biology
Sandford International School
Ethiopia
- Expired
- Salary:
- Compeitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2023
- Apply by:
- 13 February 2023
Job overview
Head of Biology.
Competitive salary
We require forward-thinking outstanding and skilled Head of Biology, who share a common passion for teaching and learning to support and develop pedagogy practice within science and across the school. The Head of Chemistry will work directly with the Head of Science and Deputy Head responsible for Teaching and learning.
Successful applicants need to:
a) demonstrate an excellent teaching record and provide evidence of impact;
b) be highly motivated with a successful track record of working with a wide range of staff, children and families;
c) have vision, creativity, drive and enthusiasm to develop teaching and learning at our school;
d) be able to communicate effectively and have a repertoire of interpersonal skills which motivate, lead, support and challenge other colleagues; and
e) be committed to the safeguarding of children.
In return, we can offer you:
a) an opportunity to shape the next step of your leadership journey through values-led leadership.
b) to be part of whole school improvement.
c) pedological development by working in an inspiring team
d) a chance to make a real difference, improving the outcomes for our children
e) competitive tax-free salary paid both in local and USD.
f) International medical cover including for legal dependents (two children under age 18 and a spouse).
g) fully furnished accommodation with few or no bills to pay, pick up and drop off at your residence in the morning and after school, except if you are living within a short walking distance from school.
h) yearly flight home.
i) weekend transport for shopping in downtown Addis.
j) free education for two children below the age of 18/19.
Ethiopia is a wonderful country to explore, a major hub for the region and beyond, and as Ethiopians say, you enjoy thirteen months of sunshine. Friendly and welcoming local and expat staff. Well-behaved students that are keen to learn and ambitious to study overseas, and strong connection to service in the local community.
For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr Anthony Hamilton (Head of School) anthony.hamilton@sandfordschool.org
Please write a supporting letter outlining what skills and experiences make you an ideal candidate for the post (word limit 500).
A job description is enclosed.
Closing date: 12 noon – February 13th 2023 Letters to be sent to Mr Hamilton via Bezaye Kebede(HR Manager) bezaye@sandfordschool.org
“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 opportunity for all, irrespective of race, religion and sex and reject discrimination on any grounds”
All staff member 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.
Attached documents
About Sandford International School
- Sandford International School
- Shewareged Gedle Street, PO Box 30056 MA
- Addis Ababa
- Ethiopia
The Sandford International School is a co-educational, non-boarding, nursery to pre-University institution. To meet the international standards of its programme, the School employs a highly qualified professional staff. It is committed to providing a standard of education that is accepted within Ethiopia and by the international community.
- The Sandford International School believes that all students can learn, though they may learn differently.
- The School believes that the needs of its students must be at the centre of activities.
- The School strives to develop a sense of self esteem amongst its students.
- The School adopts a programme of continual assessment and self evaluation and it prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, the International Baccalaureate and Ethiopian National Examinations.
- The School aims to provide the best possible facilities and English language instructional programmes for students from the international community in Ethiopia and for the children of the host country.
- The school provides facilities for use by the local community and supports appropriate community based programmes.
- The School has high expectations of everyone: students, parents and staff and seeks close co-operation between them.
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