Description
The British School of Geneva is seeking to recruit an outstanding Economics and Humanities teacher.
Founded in 2005, The British School of Geneva offers the full English National Curriculum from EYFS through to A Levels to students of all nationalities and educational backgrounds.
As a member school of The International School Partnership, our school places student learning at the centre of everything we do. Each student has the right to expect outstanding teaching and support at all times in their learning journey. We believe each student can amaze themselves with their learning and development through high-quality teaching.
In order to support the highest standard and most effective operation of the school, we now seek an outstanding Key Stage 3-5 teacher commencing January 2025.
Economics and Humanities Teacher: Provision of scheduled Staff Duties, Form Tutor, and After School Activities.
The Humanities and Economics department comprises a team of 5 teachers working within a broader Humanities team within Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
The department offers students the opportunity to study practical Humanities at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 and follows the Pearson Edexcel International specifications. Students in KS5 (Year 12 and 13) sit examinations in Years 12 and 13 (9GEO). The successful candidate will be expected to prepare students fully for all external examinations.
The Economics department is a growing department within the Humanities area. Students in the upper school are encouraged to support our primary school students by running clubs and taster lessons. The department fosters strong links across the Geneva area.
The key professional and personal qualities required for this position are:
Essential:
BB.A in Humanities and/or Economics
PGCE teaching qualification or recognised equivalent.
Ability to teach Key Stage 3 - 5 Economics with Pearson EDEXCEL or equivalent.
Ability to organise and lead relevant Field studies for students.
Other relevant Subject areas may be considered depending on qualification and experience.
Fluency in English: C2 or higher or Mother Tongue.
The proven ability to contribute to and work effectively within a Subject department and broader staff community.
The proven ability to maintain accurate data, records, and Curricular Schemes of Learning.
The proven ability to energise student learning and experience ensuring a high level of student development and improvement.
A proven facility with using relevant Information technology and complying with in-house systems of recordkeeping.
A proven ability to provide additional contribution to student experience beyond the mainstream curriculum.
A 10 Year Personal Background Police Clearance record (to include International child protection certificate or equivalent).
2 Referees that we can reach out by phone and email.
A current Work Permit to work in Switzerland or residency in Switzerland or as a Frontalier.
Applications which do not fulfill the Work Permit and Safeguarding requirements will not be processed.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references, and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
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