Job title: Primary Class Teacher
Employed by: NCBIS - to support the vision, positive ethos and policies of the school.
Responsible to: Deputy Head (Pastoral / Academic) and Head of Primary.
Qualifications: Degree and PGCE or BEd, QTS or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum 3 years teaching or other relevant educational experience
Who are we?
• NCBIS is the leading British international, not-for-profit school in Egypt
• We are an authorised IB World School
• We have more than 60 nationalities represented among 700 students aged 3-18. The student population is made up of 60% expatriate and 40% Egyptians who must have dual nationality
• NCBIS is renowned for the excellence of its educational programmes, which includes a strong CAS element throughout the school, and a welcoming learning environment.
• The school is fully accredited by CIS and we are members of COBIS and BSME.
The Primary School?
In the primary school the conceptual outcomes of the English National Curriculum are taught through our own bespoke programme of study that appreciates and celebrates our school’s cultural diversity. The school is fully accredited by CIS and we are members of COBIS and BSME.
Where is the NCBIS Community?
We are located in New Cairo, a quiet and tranquil part to the east of central Cairo. The small class sizes contribute to our sense of family and enable us to give all our students the attention they require. Our parents are committed partners and play a vital role in creating this enriching cultural environment.
Our culture and community is also enhanced by selected external visitors and our engaged alumni.
What should I do if I am interested?
Interested applicants should:
• have a commitment to ‘Bringing out the best in everyone.’ This includes our whole community, especially colleagues, students and parents
• have a passion for learning, with experience of current best practice
• understand the needs of students from multilingual backgrounds
• have UK or equivalent teaching qualifications
• have proven experience of teaching to at least IBDP and/or A level (or willing to undertake fully-funded overseas training)
• be committed and hard-working, with high expectations of themselves and the children in their care
• demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a strong sense of collegiality
• be able to incorporate ICT in their practice
• possess humour, energy, flexibility and a positive outlook
How do I apply?
All applications must be completed through the TES website. The closing date for applications is 31st January 2025.
The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Initial interviews may be held by Google Meet.
What about the package?
In addition to working in a learning-focused, forward-thinking and supportive not-for-profit school, you will receive a generous package (as per the school policy) including:
• Highly competitive tax-free salary;
• Accommodation allowance
• Comprehensive International Medical Insurance for employee and dependents
• Free primary and secondary education for dependent children (where applicable)
• Annual Flight Allowance for employee and dependents
• Transfer Benefit and generous relocation allowance (Home/Host/Home) at the beginning and end of the assignment
• Employment terms are initially a two-year contract which can be extended annually by mutual agreement.
• HSBC Premier Account.
What is our commitment to safeguarding?
NCBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects all staff to share this commitment. Thorough checks on your ability to work with children will be conducted to support this commitment.
NCBIS is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
In accordance with KCSiE 2024 and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation, appointed candidates from the United Kingdom are required to provide and before travel arrangements are confirmed, the following documents: A signed criminal record, self-declaration form, original birth certificate, an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) and full police clearance from prior countries of residence for the last 5 years. To assist newly appointed candidates, there is a country by country checklist for the procedures for obtaining a police clearance, https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants
In accordance with the KSCiE updates to 2024 and as part of our due diligence checks, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.
How do I find out more?
To find out more about the school, please visit our website at http://www.ncbis.co.uk/
Cairo Egypt