Head of Science - September 2023

We seek an experienced and reflective Science teacher to lead our highly
committed Science department. The successful candidate will be expected to
teach Science across the school including their specialist area at GCSE and
IB. The Science department works effectively as a team sharing ideas and
promoting learning which has contributed to high academic standards.
The school has excellent science facilities including a purpose built science
area. The position will be available from ‎1 September ‎23. The school offers
personal professional development and opportunities to contribute in a culture
of school improvement . Previous experience of leadership roles in Science in
a UK National Curriculum or a British style international school context is
desirable. All staff are expected to show a genuine commitment to supporting
co-curricular activities, school events and school trip
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 Science related degree with qualified teacher status;
* enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a genuine passion for teaching, who can motivate and inspire students using a variety of strategies;
* recent experience teaching British national curriculum and GCSE, A level or IB;
* includes Assessment for Learning as an integral part of classroom practice;
* understands how to stretch more able and support weaker students;
* works as a member of a team in a collaborative manner;
* committed to her/his own professional development;
* understands an inquiry based approach to learning;
* committed to contributing to a holistic approach to education
* enjoys the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities;
* meets our CHILD PROTECTION and 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 (circa £‎1000 per month), 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 5th December
‎2022. 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: 5th December ‎2022
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 practises, 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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