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Defence Children Services (DCS) PE Teacher, King Richard’s School

Defence Children Services (DCS) PE Teacher, King Richard’s School

King Richard School

Cyprus

  • £30,000 - £41,333 per year
  • New
Salary:
MPS 1-6
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
20 September 2024

Job overview

Defence Children Services (DCS) PE Teacher, King Richard’s School

Location: King Richard’s School, Dhekelia, Cyprus

Grade: MPS 1-6

Salary: £30,000 - £41,333

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time

Closing Date: Friday 20th September 2024

Do you want to work in an English School but in a Mediterranean location?

Do you want to work in a supportive school environment where you have all the resources to be the best you can be?

Defence Children Services (DCS) has staff working in Military establishments across the world. King Richard’s School is one of our 21 MOD Schools and Early Years Settings providing education for the children of Defence Personnel (service and civilian) serving overseas. It is a small but vibrant 11-18 secondary school serving the military community in British Forces Cyprus.

This role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our DCS vision to Educate the Child-Support the Family-Defend the Nation.

We are looking for a suitably experienced teacher of PE, to teach throughout Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

The purpose of the job is:

  • To ensure learning and outcomes for PE students, the key areas of responsibility for this role include:
  • To endeavour to ensure continuous outstanding student achievement through setting high expectations, effective teaching, and learning, closely monitoring progress and giving positive and effective feedback.
  • To contribute to the routine administrative work of the school and teach a broad, balanced and stimulating curriculum across the full range of abilities, helping students develop independent learning.
  • To make a full contribution to the wider life of the school and community.
  • To model positive behaviour management strategies in a Teaching, Mentoring or Form Tutor capacity, creating an environment of mutual respect which allows students to feel safe and secure and promotes self-esteem.
  • To engage fully with the whole school improvement cycles including individual performance reviews.

If you would like to have an informal chat about the role before applying, Donna Simpson, Assistant Chief Education Officer, via: donna.simpson@modschools.org

To apply please visit Civil Service Jobs via this link to submit your completed application before the deadline of 20th September 2024.

Defence Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

About King Richard School

King Richard School is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form in Dhekelia, Cyprus, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school predominantly serves the military community in British Forces Cyprus. As a Ministry of Defence School, it is part of the Department for Children and Young People. 

King Richard School opened in 1958. It became federated with St John’s School, Episkopi, in 2009. The school follows the British Curriculum, with students having the option to study BTEC courses along with GCSEs and A levels. The school overlooks the Mediterranean sea, with facilities including iPads, use of a swimming pool and gym, sports courts, running tracks and modern design, technology, music and art blocks, complete with 3D printers and iMac computers. 

Headteacher

Richard Sproson

Values and vision 

King Richard School wants to ensure that all students receive an outstanding education in a supportive and caring learning environment, wanting excellence for all. The school wants all students to feel inspired to reach their full potential and discover their unique skills and talents and interest so that they have a focus throughout their education and the rest of their life. Pupils are nurtured as responsible, respectful and enthusiastic members of society who are open and caring towards others. Children at the school are taught to become role models, team players and to take pride in themselves, their work and their environment. Students are encouraged to contribute positively to society and to understand their responsibilities as citizens. King Richard School provides students with additional learning opportunities outside the classroom to further their skills and enhance their learning experience. These include after school clubs and initiatives such as the Pupil Leadership Team. 

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