Head of Science

Cambridge International School in Bratislava, Slovakia, is seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational Head of Science. In addition to finding an outstanding teacher and subject expert, we are seeking to appoint an individual who is excited by the opportunity to build on the department’s success and has a clear vision for how this will continue during the coming years. Our Science department currently consists of 4 Teachers of Science and a full-time Laboratory Technician. This role is for August 2023 start.

The main responsibilities would be as follows:

• Management of subject curriculum

• Management of the team

• Coordination of work within relevant subjects

• Subject specific assessment

• Resourcing of the relevant subject area

The ability and experience to teach general science up to IGCSE and Biology or/and Chemistry at A-level is essential. 

The Role

We are currently looking for a qualified and experienced teacher who will also contribute to the strategic development of the School to join our Secondary School team. The Head of Secondary Science will have the overall responsibility for the professional leadership and management of the department in order to ensure high standards of teaching and learning are delivered, resources are used efficiently and effectively, and the curriculum is managed and developed in accordance with school policy.

The Desired Candidate

We are seeking a UK or similarly qualified graduate in at least one of the Science subjects or a closely related discipline with a recognised teaching qualification in Biology, Chemistry or Physics and experience in the teaching of this subject to A-level and IGCSE. Applicants from outside the EU must hold a Master's degree to be eligible for employment in Slovakia. Please see the attached letter and appendix for further eligibility details.

The successful candidate must above all be dedicated to educational excellence and international best practice. They should be creative, energetic, flexible and genuinely interested in students and consistently respectful of children, staff, parents and the wider community.

Remuneration and Benefits 

We offer an opportunity to teach in a highly successful school with:        

• Very well motivated, engaged, confident and well-behaved children        
• An excellent international teaching team        
• A highly committed and supportive non-academic administration team       
• An engaged and supportive Board along with a highly experienced leadership team       
• Maximum class sizes of 20 as a norm   
• Well-resourced and fully equipped classrooms        
• On-going facilitated CPD and INSET opportunities 

An attractive employment package which includes:       

• A highly competitive salary from Euros - 33-45 K basic        
• Professional HR support for onboarding and future personal support       
• Relocation allowance        
• Assistance in finding high-quality accommodation        
• Tuition arrangements for dependants        
• Additional responsibility allowances       
• Future career progression in a highly successful and growing school       
• Commitment to retaining the best quality professionals

Initial contracts will be for a two-year fixed term, one year by agreement, with the possibility of future renewal by mutual agreement. As with most quality schools, we have a three month probationary period, details of which are clearly explained in employment contracts. 

Application Process 

To apply for this position, please click apply and use the TES application form. Please address your supporting statement to the Director and upload a CV, including a recent photo. Please include the details of three professional referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Please have a look at our website, www.cambridgeschool.eu  to find out more about the school. 

The closing date is Wednesday 30th November, but we urge interested applicants to apply immediately as we may arrange interviews before the closing date, and expect a highly competitive volume of applications as is usual for a school of our kind. Initial interviews will be carried out via Zoom or MS Teams either before the closing date as mentioned above or in the week commencing Thursday 1st December 2022. 

CIS is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Therefore, applicants will be required to provide certain information to the School to enable the School to carry out the checks that are applicable to the role. The School will process personal information in accordance with Directive 95/46/EC on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data, the free movement of such data, and Act No. 18/2018 Coll. on Personal Data Protection. 

Please do read the full information contained as attachments prior to considering an application. We seek the very best candidates but need them to feel that they will be the right fit for our school. If you would like to seek further information prior to application, then please contact Ms. Jana Mazuchova via recruitment@cambridgeschool.eu