Biology Teacher

Job Purpose:

To teach Biology in Secondary as a subject specialist enabling an outstanding, holistic, and dynamic experience for our students which lead to exceptionally high outcomes.

Job Requirements:
Degree from a UK university or similar
Qualified Teacher Status / PGCE/ iPGCE
Experience of teaching in the British education system either in the UK or in British international schools
Satisfactory Police Check / DBS checks Desirable
2+ years experience of teaching the British education system either in the UK or in British international schools.
Job Key Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Plan lessons in line with curriculum objectives, for the mid and long term.
Liaise with the other teachers within your specialist area to ensure consistency of planning and delivery of curriculum objectives
Liaise with the other teachers within your specialist area to ensure a common approach to homework adhering to the school s policies and procedures
Maintain schemes of work in consultation with other teachers within your specialist area
Devise and work with Key Stage Coordinators to ensure effective and consistent learning and behaviour within your specialist area, keeping them informed about student absence, lateness or discipline problems
Prepare and deliver lessons to classes of different ages and abilities and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors
Mark work, give appropriate feedback and maintain records of pupils progress and development
Research new topic areas, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge, and devise and write new curriculum materials
Prepare pupils for qualifications and external examinations
Manage pupil behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and apply appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehaviour.
Provide materials for any class absences and support absent colleagues.
Support absent colleagues in your specialist area by ensuring their classes have appropriate and meaningful work
Cover lessons for absent teachers as required by the Head of School
Undertake pastoral duties, such as taking on the role of form tutor, and supporting pupils on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties
Communicate with parents and careers over pupils progress and participate in specialist subject meetings, parents evenings and whole-school training events
Prepare and implement AFL programs for students requiring extra help
Care for the classroom(s) in which he/she teaches. To ensure that the room(s) is/are attractively decorated and conducive to learning
Liaise with other professionals, such as learning mentors, careers advisers, educational psychologists and education welfare officers
Supervise and support the work of teaching assistants, trainee teachers and early career teachers (ECTs)
Meet all internal deadlines such as for reports, planning and collation of data
Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies
Teach online when required as instructed by the Head of School.
Prepare and deliver assemblies as required by the Head of School
Undertake pupil supervisory duties at break times and at the start and end of the school day as required by the Head of School
Organise and participate in extracurricular activities, such as outings, lunchtime clubs, social activities and sporting events
Contribute to the school newsletter
Implement all school policies and adhere to the school s performance management and appraisal system
Undergo regular observations and participate in regular in-service training (inset) as part of continuing professional development (cpd)
Perform other duties which may be reasonably assigned from time to time by the Head of School or Principal.
About your Benefits:
All positions attract an excellent remuneration package.
Furnished quality accommodation (excluding utility bills)
Annual flights Allowance.
Beginning of-contract baggage allowance
Subsidized school places for dependent children
Health insurance for teacher
Small class sizes (typically 15 -22 students in a class)
Motivated students who want to learn
Excellent professional development together with opportunities to take on the responsibility
Application Process:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward the following documents for the attention of [Confidential Information]
An up to date CV complete with responsibilities and experience to date.
A letter of application stating why you feel you are suitable for this role
Single teachers or married couples (with or without children) are welcome to apply.
Important Note:
The British School, Alexandria is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:
Any Graduation()
Gender:
nm
Nationality:
Any Nationality