Primary Teacher (Sickness Cover)

ROLE SUMMARY:

St George's International School is seeking to appoint a Primary Teacher for its Junior School to implement and deliver a broad International Curriculum according to the age, aptitude and abilities of the pupils being taught, whilst maintaining the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside of the classroom at all times.

The successful candidate will be experienced in teaching a range of primary subjects including English (reading and writing), mathematics, science and humanities.

Teachers will contribute to constructive team building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and members of the board of directors. We are looking for an exceptional teacher who has at least 3+ years of experience teaching students aged 5–10 and who is committed to striving for excellence, continuous improvement, and inspiring and motivating students.

This is a fixed-term position (70%) to cover a long-term sickness absence. The initial duration is approximately 6 weeks; however, the contract may be extended depending on the employee’s return to work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Have an international mindset and be an excellent collaborator in a multilingual environment;
  • Have the drive and energy to become an outstanding practitioner;
  • Be committed to developing teaching and raising standards by setting high expectations;
  • Be proactive, positive, calm and flexible;
  • Be a practitioner with exceptional drive and energy, willing to contribute as part of a dynamic team;
  • Have high expectations of themselves and their students, ensuring that each student has a positive learning experience;
  • Possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills;
  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons across a range of primary subjects including English (reading and writing), mathematics, science and humanities;
  • Adapt teaching practices based on research-informed approaches to enhance student learning and outcomes;
  • Use a variety of assessment strategies to evaluate learning across different subject areas and inform next steps;
  • Attend parent-teacher/guardian conferences as required by the school;
  • Write reports as required by the school;
  • Attend meetings as scheduled by the school;
  • Attend meetings within the school's timetable;
  • Cover classes if necessary in the absence of a member of staff;
  • Act as a role model for students and as an ambassador for the school, in terms of behaviour and adherence to the school's dress code;
  • Be a team player and build strong relationships with colleagues and parents;

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals;
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback;
• A strong understanding of primary education and a range of subject areas including English, mathematics, science and humanities;
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness;
• Excellent preparation and planning;
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance;
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare;
• Experience teaching multiple subjects within a primary school setting;
• Confidence with use of ICT in teaching;
• Knowledge and application of research-informed teaching practices;
• University degree;
• Certified Teaching Status;
• Appropriate right to work;
• An unwavering commitment to the development of students;
• Dynamic, passionate & energetic teacher;
• Enthusiastic and motivating;
• Resilient, proactive, calm, flexible & organised;
• An excellent classroom practitioner;
• A continuous improvement mindset;
• Team player;
• English speaker (C2);
• Speaking French is a plus.

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.