KS1 Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

The British School of Bahrain (BSB) is seeking to appoint an outstanding KS1 Class Teacher to start in August 2025. The candidate must be a team player and must have a passion for achieving the highest levels of learning and a culture of excellence for themselves and their students.

The British School of Bahrain

https://britishschoolbahrain.com/about-us/prospectus 

We are BSB, a school with its roots in the historic and culturally rich country of Bahrain, which is now growing within the global community. Join us on this journey.

The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent Nursery-through-Year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach.

Teaching and Learning at BSB

BSB is a member of the Inspired global group of schools, which aspires to the highest standards in private education. Integrating innovative, challenging and enriching programmes in the academic curriculum, performing arts and sport is central to the Inspired approach.

Judged as ‘Outstanding’ in both our most recent BSO and BQA inspections, we have high expectations of our students throughout their educational journey. We aim to provide our graduating students with a passport to the best universities, colleges and careers around the world.

In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18th January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3761/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The candidate will be experienced in delivering the UK KS1 curriculum; and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment, and reporting meet the varying learning and social needs of the children in accordance with the school requirements; and ensure that all subjects to be taught provide coverage, progression and continuity.

Applicants will be academically able, with a degree in the subject, and they will also be enthusiastic and collegiate teachers. Involvement in the wider life of this outstandingly successful British School is expected.

All teachers are expected to facilitate and maximise the academic progress and pastoral welfare of each assigned student. All teachers have clear teaching, pastoral, and administrative roles as well as an expectation for the commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times. Involvement in the wider life of this outstandingly successful British School is expected.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Place the individual child at the centre of everything that they do.

• A passion for achieving high levels of learning and a team player

• Prioritise happiness, enjoyment and a sense of fun in their work and lessons.

• A relevant degree, PGCE or BEd or the equivalent. 

• A passion for their subject and pedagogical development.

• Confidence in the use of ICT in teaching.

• High expectations and aspirations for all students.

• A demonstratable commitment to the overall development of young people.

• An Enhanced Disclosure/DBS/ACRO Police Check or equivalent, and who is committed to the welfare of all children.

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet our qualifications and experience requirements.

In return, we offer an attractive expatriate remuneration package, including a competitive tax-free salary, housing allowance, health insurance, annual flight and relocation assistance, and 2 free places for children.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.