Teacher of Biology - September 2023

If you are a dynamic, flexible and innovative professional with a passion for
teaching Biology and a real commitment to a holistic education, then the
British International School, Cairo could be the school for you.
We seek an experienced and well-qualified Teacher of Biology with previous
experience of teaching within the National Curriculum for England or a
British-style setting commencing in September ‎2023. The successful candidate
will be expected to teach Biology across the Senior School including GCSE and
IB, and General Science in Key Stage ‎3.
The school has excellent facilities and resources for teaching Science. The
Science Department works effectively as a team sharing ideas and promoting
learning. All staff are expected to show a genuine commitment to supporting
co-curricular activities, school events and school trips.
A not-for-profit organisation, 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, spacious, purpose-built campus with state of the art
facilities. BISC is an IB World School and is a member of COBIS, BSME and
IAPS. Further details are available on the school's 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 Biology or a related subject with Qualified Teacher Status and a MINIMUM of three years teaching experience post-QTS;
* enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a genuine passion for teaching, who can motivate and inspire students using a variety of strategies;
* recent experience teaching Biology within the National Curriculum for England and (I)GCSE, A level or IB;
* includes Assessment for Learning as an integral part of classroom practice;
* understands how to stretch more able students and support weaker pupils;
* works collaboratively as a member of a team;
* committed to her/his own professional development;
* understands an inquiry-based approach to learning;
* committed to a holistic approach to education;
* enjoys the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities;
* meets the school 's Safeguarding requirements in full.

To comply with Egyptian employment law, applicants must have QTS and a MINIMUM
of three years teaching post qualification teaching experience.
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 £‎34,000 p.a. while the salary
of the majority of staff (six years experience or more) is over £‎40,000 p.a.
In addition all overseas contract teachers benefit from a generous housing
allowance, private BUPA Gold medical insurance, annual return flights to the
UK, and ‎2 free places for children of school age.
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 principal.
Completed applications should be submitted electronically via 'Apply Now' on
TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 22nd May ‎2023.
The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an
appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged.
Interviews for the post will most likely take place by Zoom.
Employer: The British International School, Cairo (BISC)
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Contract type: Full time
Start date: 1st September ‎2023
Contract term: 31st August ‎2025 renewable
Closing date: 22nd May ‎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 and
vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an
ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted.

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