Head of Secondary
Cairo English School
Cairo
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2019
- Apply by:
- 11 October 2018
Job overview
Cairo English School, established in 2006, is a vibrant and dynamic school where learning and student achievement reinforce the school’s reputation for excellence in education. At CES, more than 1750 students enjoy an English education that meets the latest English National Curriculum standards, IGCSE and IB Diploma programme requirements. A recent inspection 2018 by BSO (British Schools Overseas) described CES as a school that ‘provides high quality education’ where ‘students feel secure and valued within the friendly mutually trustful learning environment that prevails throughout the school.’ CES is situated 35km away from the hustle and bustle of historic Cairo in Mirage City an area that is rapidly developing into a prestigious accommodation and new facilities that include state of the art shopping malls, hotels, restaurants and sporting clubs.
CES is seeking an outstanding new Head of Secondary School. With the rapid expansion of the school together with its high academic expectations and demanding academic curriculum, this position will suit an experienced educator currently a Head of Secondary or a Deputy Head or equivalent. Working in Egypt is rewarding but demanding, and this post requires the appointee to be able to work both collaboratively and independently. A sound knowledge and experience of current educational thinking and specifically of curriculum development is preferred. The role and responsibilities will include: leadership and raising the levels of attainment and progress of students, motivating and inspiring as well as supervising a dedicated group of teachers. Also, ensuring accreditation standards are met, completing teacher and support staff appraisals in accordance with defined parameters. Professional learning opportunities are available to build capacity and competence within the school, encouraging teachers to work in teams with a common purpose, ensuring academic goals are attained, thoroughly documented and reported, and where appropriate putting intervention strategies in place to support and enrich student learning. The Head of Secondary School is expected to work collegially with the Head Teacher, Esol Education and other Heads of School and the Secondary School Deputy Head to ensure the school’s Guiding Statements and outstanding educational programmes are implemented comprehensively and creatively. The Head of Secondary School is expected to lead by example and by design, making sure all staff are held accountable for what is expected of them and that their successes are celebrated. Knowledge of the English National Curriculum and of the International Baccalaureate is essential. Timetabling experience and excellent ICT skills are necessary. BSO described the school as having ‘the capacity for future development’.
The successful candidate will join a school that has excellent facilities, a group of dedicated teachers, happy polite and engaged students, a supportive parent body and an operational team that enables the school leaders to focus solely on educational objectives
This is a two-year contract in the first instance; it is expected that the successful candidate will develop and manage considerable growth in the Secondary School which as it is will have over 600 students by September 2019.
Cairo English School is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. CES is an IB World School and is a BSO (British Schools Overseas ) inspected school. CES is also a member of British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), and Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) .Please send your curriculum vitae, photograph, at least three reference contacts, a statement of your educational philosophy and two open references.
The Package for the Head of Secondary includes the following :
- Two year contract (renewable)
- Annual flight or cash equivalent
- Monthly cash housing allowance
- Comprehensive international medical insurance
- Settling-in allowance
- 5% retirement benefit
- Continuing professional development benefit
- School Vehicle Provided
About Cairo English School
‘Together achieving personal Excellence’
We accept students aged 3.5-17 years (Nursery through to Year 12). We offer a challenging and demanding education based on the British model, using the National Curriculum of England (ENC) as well as IGCSE, IBDP and A Levels for senior students. CES believes in developing the whole child and therefore good behaviour and respect for others lie at the heart of our work.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to nurture globally-minded community of learners who demonstrate high levels of achievement in the National Curriculum of England and other recognized international programmes of Study.
Belief statements:
The CES community believes and promotes the principle, “Together Achieving Personal Excellence”. This policy supports the following guiding statements. To aim to;
1. be better than before in everything we do and achieve a culture where personal excellence is paramount
2. show kindness and respect for others through demonstrating strong ethical values and character
3. reach our full potential through active engagement in lessons and co-curricular activities
4. understand and respect others cultural beliefs and belief structures
5. be effective communicators
6. experience success and have it recognised
7. identify talents through the programme of co-curricular activities and events
8. promote a holistic approach to health and well-being
9. develop open-minded reflective learners
10. promote the principle that differences define, not divide
11. take pride in the richness of the Egyptian culture, language and curriculum.
CES PHILOSOPHY:
Students, staff and parents work in partnership, ‘TOGETHER ACHIEVING PERSONAL EXCELLENCE’. We are continuously improving by working independently and collaboratively to achieve personal and academic success. This is demonstrated through developing attitudes, beliefs, actions and achievements that foster global-mindedness. We believe in achieving the very best possible results in the context of the locally required and international academic programmes offered at the school, including International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE; CIE (A levels) and IB Diploma.
CES VISION - Together Achieving Personal Excellence
Curriculum:
CES teaches the National Curriculum of England and Wales, applying the same educational standards as are offered in England, with modifications attuned to our Egyptian environment. Subjects offered at CES include; English, Mathematics, Science, Art & Design, Music, Geography, History, ICT, PE, Modern Foreign Languages, Design Technology and Personal Social Health Education. English is the language of instruction at CES. Ministry of Education Arabic, Religion and Social Studies are offered from Year 1 and French from Year 3.
CES initially opened from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 9. Year 10 opened in September 2007 and the school offers IGCSE at Year 9 and 10, , A Levels and IB Diploma Programme. is offered in Years 11 and 12 in preparation for university entrance within Egypt, United Kingdom and to other countries.
The curriculum is further enriched by the addition of a Learning Support programme, English as a Second Language and a comprehensive after school extra-curricular programme and a sports teams.
Cairo English School has the physical classroom space to accommodate up to 1800 students, with the building designed to house the students on three levels – Early Years on the ground floor. Primary School on the middle floor and Secondary School on the top floor.
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