EMPLEOS Y FORMACIÓN

• POSITION: Secondary Physics Teacher (KS3 science and KS4 physics). Full time and permanent contract.

• SCHOOL:
  • Cambridge House British International School.
  • C/ Profesorado Español, 1
  • 46111 Rocafort, Valencia

• REQUIREMENTS:
  • A first degree in Physics or a relevant science degree.
  • A P.G.C.E. or equivalent Teacher Education qualification.
  • Proficient level of English (Mother tongue / C2)
  • Desirable to teach Chemistry and Biology in IGCSE.
  • Desirable experience in teaching A-levels.

• CONTACTO: Beatriz Criado: criado @ globeducate . com

Head of Primary

Salary according to Spanish Convenio

Full Time, Fixed Term

Start date  August 2023

Not suitable for newly qualified teachers (NQT)

Apply by    30^th August 2023

At the British School of Tenerife, we pride ourselves on offering an excellent education to students of different abilities. We are known for our friendly, family atmosphere and for the excellent behaviour of our students. We want all our students to enter the work market with qualifications that will make them highly employable; and to enter the world outside school as exemplary citizens.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, energetic Head of Primary to join our amazing team to share their innovation, creativity, love of learning and offer support and motivation to both our young learners and staff.

Requirements

• Appropriate degree, with UK PGCE, or other teaching qualification giving QTS
• Minimum 3 years senior leadership experience
• Familiarity with the National Curriculum of England
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
• A clean International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or police check (for applicants who have never worked in UK) and no question regarding suitability to work with children

How to apply

Please email samanthahorsleylloyd@bstenerife.com

Application deadline

Wednesday, 30th August 2023 at 4.00pm GMT

The safeguarding of our students is at the core of all that we do. All appointments are conditional on:

• Acceptable police checks (or equivalent) from the country of origin and from all countries in which you have worked
• Appropriate references from your current and previous employer.

All enquiries should be directed to samantha.horsleylloyd@bstenerife.com

Supporting Documents

Role of Primary Head

Leadership and Management

• Ensure the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood, and acted upon effectively by all.
• Demonstrate the vision and values of the school (4 pillars) in everyday work and practice, motivating and working with others to create a shared culture and positive climate.
• To play an active role as part of the SLT.
• Play a key role in formulating and reviewing the School Improvement Plan and the aims and objectives of the school.
• To establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships among staff and pupils.
• To maintain high expectations of all staff and be prepared to challenge poor performance.
• Maintain a high profile around the school.
• Treat people fairly and respectfully to create and maintain a positive school culture.

Teaching and Learning

• To maintain a secure, caring, welcoming, happy, stimulating, and challenging learning environment.
• Be a role model for good classroom practice and high professional standards.
• To inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others to attain challenging outcomes.
• To raise the quality of teaching and learning and pupil’s achievement, setting high expectations and monitoring and evaluating effectiveness of learning outcomes, including book scrutinies, planning checks, observation, discussion with pupils etc.
• Provide regular feedback for colleagues, both informally on a day-to-day basis and formally through appraisals, in a way which recognises good practice and supports their progress against professional and performance management objectives.
• Plan, organise and deliver staff meetings, where necessary bringing in outside speakers. Keep abreast of the latest developments and disseminate effectively to other members of staff.
• To actively engage in Performance Management and Continuing Professional Development to ensure professional skills are kept up to date and further developed.

Safeguarding Children

• Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal well-being and care of students.

Responsibilities

• Organising cover for absent colleagues, duty rotas, report deadlines etc.
• Recruit and select teaching and support staff (with Academic Director).
• To monitor resources effectively to achieve the aims of the school (with subject coordinators).
• Organise induction and mentoring of new staff.
• Handling any concerns parents may have and organising appropriate meetings with other relevant staff.
• Handling complains or concerns staff may have (professional, personal, ‘whistle blowing’).
• Show prospective parents around the Primary department and provide information about the education system and ethos of the school.
• Organising and leading the weekly whole school assembly.
• Provide cover for subject coordinators on a weekly basis.
• Liaising with SENDCO.
• To organise CPD for all staff.
• Supporting staff in dealing with behavioural issues.

Person Specification

The person specification below shows the key abilities, skills and experience we require in our new Head of Primary.  Each candidate is expected to be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of each area.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status and relevant degreex (Essential).
• Evidence of relevant and challenging continuing professional development.
• Working knowledge of the National Curriculum of England including EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Advanced degree in Education, NPQH or equivalent (Desirable).

Professional development and experience:

• At least 3years senior leadership experience.
• Experience in teaching learners with diverse needs, especially EAL, in early childhood/ primary school stage.
• Experience in managing performance of staff, especially senior or middle level managers   Experience in highly effective relationship management with a variety of stakeholders.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and its impact on school improvement.
• Successful experience in relation to leading on change and understanding its impact.

Knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of international accreditation, inspection, and evaluation frameworks.
• Knowledge and understanding of child development and its impact on behaviour.
• Evidence of raising standards across each stage and for all children, including SEND, disadvantaged pupils, and More Able pupils.
• Demonstrate success in introducing effective strategies for improvement.
• Understanding of the factors which create barriers to learning and ability to implement appropriate strategies for reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion.
• Understanding of the factors which create barriers to learning and ability to implement appropriate strategies for reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion.

Personal Qualities:

• Be flexible and capable of managing change and instilling high standards.
• Be highly motivated, ambitious, and collaborative and willing to take the initiative.
• Have the ability and willingness to inspire others; leading by example, role modelling the school’s vision statement: Leadership for a better world.
• Demonstrate empathy, humility and genuine care about staff and pupils, taking time to support, guide and motivate them   Resilient, robust, and calm under pressure.
• Fluent in Spanish (Desirable).

British School of Tenerife is committed to the safety and protection of children. All employees are expected to comply with our School Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.