Wellbeing Lead - BAE Schools - Required August 2024

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded
not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for
students aged ‎3-‎18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality
education to the expatriate community since ‎1979.
The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded
not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for
students aged ‎3-‎18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality
education to the expatriate community since ‎1979. The school is accredited by
the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas
(BSO). BISR is also a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME)
and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). Learning is
holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-
curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential
trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being.
We are seeking a lively, dynamic and committed Wellbeing Lead to provide
well-being support for students at the BAE Primary schools: Al Majma 'ah,
Salwa, Tabuk and Taif. We are looking for a Wellbeing Lead who will work
collaboratively and imaginatively with various teams across the BISR campuses
and contribute to the further development of our dynamic school. They will
also work to add to the existing vision and already very high pastoral
standards. We are specifically looking for an individual who is willing to
contribute to our three strategic pillars of learning, enrichment and well-
being.
Full Job Description is available here: Wellbeing Lead - BAE Schools -
Job Description

The successful candidates will:

• Through a range of therapeutic interventions, provide high quality support for students of all ages who are experiencing problems, with the aim of managing and enhancing their emotional well-being,


• Provide support, guidance and advice to families, teachers and the school with the aim of promoting well-being for individuals and the wider BISR community.


• Show a good understanding of working within an international setting and the current issues facing school-aged students.


• Work with young people to improve their emotional well-being and resilience and be aware of common issues faced by this age group.


• Be aware of the ethical and professional guidelines pertaining to counselling professions and be a member of a professional body.


• Have proven experience in working with children and young people in a school setting.


• Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and a good sense of humour, effectively collaborating within a range of teams.


• Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.


• Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co-curricular programme and community events.


• Hold an appropriate UK or UK recognised qualification.


• Experience of counselling Primary School students would be an advantage.

We can offer:

• Highly motivated and engaged students


• A school with a strong sense of community


• A learning focused school committed to staff development


• Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and the school's enrichment programmes


• The opportunity to live, work and travel in a unique, beautiful and fast changing country.
  To apply, please follow the link: https://inteachers.net/job/‎3482
  and provide a supporting statement of application following our
  Guidelines .

Closing date for all applications: Monday ‎30 October ‎2023
Please note: As this is a non-teacher position, and in order to use our
application tracking system (InTeachers), you will need to complete the
application form as if you are a qualified teacher and bypass any teacher
related questions with N/A, where the system allows you to bypass a question,
which will enable you to complete the application form.

BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding
children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will
be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing
employment.

The school reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable
candidate is identified
For more information about the school please visit our website:
www.bisr.com.sa .
How to apply for a position at BISR
Thank you for considering the British International School Riyadh as your next
employment venture.
BISR is fully committed to safeguarding children and young people. We complete
rigorous background checks for all staff, whatever their role in the school,
prior to them commencing employment. Our Safer Recruitment Policy is linked
here, which we encourage you to read as the policy sets out the school's Safer
Recruitment and Vetting Policy guidelines and requirements.
To apply on InTeachers for a teaching position , please follow the
'inteachers' link on the vacancy.
To apply on InTeachers for a non-teaching position , please follow the
'inteachers' link on the vacancy, you will need to bypass some of the
questions by making a comment 'not applicable'.
All applicants whether applying for a teaching or a non-teaching position must
provide the following in support of your application:
All Applications must include:
* An up to date two page Curriculum Vitae, including a photograph
* A statement in support of your application, which must include your response to the following question:
"How do you think you would be able to support our Mission and REACH motto?"
In addition, Teacher Applications must include:
* How do you demonstrate that you are a lifelong learner and how does current pedagogical practice have an impact in your classroom?
* How do you create a positive classroom climate and support student well-being in your current school?
* What strategies do you use to ensure that all learners in your classroom make good progress?
* What is your contribution to your current school community?
The school reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable
candidate is identified
For more information about the school please visit our website www.bisr.com.sa

Please refer to the associated job description for the role requirements.
Teachers who work at BISR should have:
Qualifications
* Qualified Teacher status.
* Certificate of Education - PGCE or B.Ed.
* Training or qualification relevant to the post.
Understanding
* An appreciation of the demands of a British school in an international context.
* Recognise the vital importance of a positive commitment to the co-curricular life of the school.
* An appreciation of the importance of intercultural understanding and cultural sensitivity.
* Recognise the responsibility each individual staff member has in supporting the holistic growth and well-being of students.
Experience
* Experience of working in various contexts both in the UK and internationally.
* Experience of teaching within a Key Stage or subject.
* Experience of positive behaviour management strategies.
* Experience of planning for children with a range of learning needs, including extremely able students.
* Experience of curriculum development, monitoring and assessment.
* Experience of working with second language students or prepared to undertake training.
Skills and Abilities
* A detailed knowledge of the English National Curriculum.
* Ability to organise a stimulating learning environment and demonstrate excellent creative teaching skills.
* Willingness to collaborate with colleagues in preparing for learning and teaching.
* Good organisation of recording and evaluating progress.
* Show good communication skills when working with pupils, parents and colleagues.
* Effective skills in managing and organising own time and directing deployment of teaching assistants.
* Good ICT skills to be effective in your job.
* An understanding of Assessment for Learning Strategies and use of this to inform future planning.
* The desire to develop knowledge of the curriculum above and below the preferred key stage or in a cross-curricular context.
Personal Qualities
* Warmth and sense of humour.
* Flexibility.
* Enthusiasm.
* Team player.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Willingness to be involved in co-curricular activities and events and engage in all aspects of school life.
* High expectations of yourself and of children.
* First class communication skills.
* Empathy with all stakeholders: students, colleagues, parents and visitors.
Equal Opportunities
At the British International School Riyadh, we believe that achieving our
mission and vision to be "an outstanding British international school,
providing world class learning experiences, in a nurturing environment, where
students excel, flourish and develop as positive global citizens" is driven by
a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture with equality of opportunity for
all. The school is committed to creating an environment where we value people
as unique members of a diverse community, developing as positive global
citizens who respect the culture and identity of all.

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