Speculative Applications for Secondary school teacher roles

ISP Principles:

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities: 

The duties outlined in this job description may be modified by the Principal, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title. It will be reviewed in the context of the School Development Plan and Performance Management cycle.

Secondary school teacher :Provision of scheduled Staff Duties, Form Tutor and After School Activities.

The successful candidate will be expected to prepare students fully for all external examinations.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• PGCE teaching qualification or recognised equivalent. This is a core requirement.

. Proven ability to lead high impact student learning. This is a core requirement.

Subjects taught at BSG:

English, Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Drama, Economics, French, Geography, History, ICT, Music, Physics, PE, PSHE, General Science, Spanish

• Proven ability to teach at Key Stage 3 - 5 with Pearson EDEXCEL OR an internationally recognised equivalent curriculum. 

• All relevant Subject areas may be considered depending on qualification and ability to deliver high impact student learning.

• Fluency in English.

• 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 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 written references from Referees.

• A current Work Permit to work in Switzerland or residency in Switzerland or as a Frontalier.

ISP Leadership Competencies:

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximize opportunities.

2. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.

3. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

4. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

5. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.

6. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.

7. Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organizes, prioritizes and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.

8. Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviors, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

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.