Head of Physical Education - August 2025

If you are a dynamic and ambitious professional, with a passion for teaching Physical Education and a real commitment to a holistic education, then the British International School, Cairo could be the school for you.

We seek an experienced, well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher of Physical Education to lead across the Junior and Senior schools. You will be working as part of a highly committed team of specialists delivering the PE curriculum, including IGCSE, and sport as part of the co-curricular programme. The Physical Education Department works effectively as a team across the whole school, sharing ideas, promoting learning and contributing to high academic standards. The school is expanding its provision and hopes to introduce Sport Science in the Sixth Form. Our students love sports, are passionate and committed to representing BISC in competitive local, regional and international tournaments.

BISC offers opportunities for professional development and all members of staff actively contribute to whole-school improvement. Teachers are expected to show a genuine commitment to the School's mission, to promoting student welfare and to participate actively in the co-curricular programme. This is a key component of the role of a PE teacher in the school.

A not-for-profit organisation, BISC is one of the leading academic schools in the region. Located on the western fringe of Cairo, the School enjoys the benefits of a modern, spacious, purpose-built campus with state of the art facilities. BISC is an IB World School and is a member of COBIS, BSME and IAPS. Further details are available on the school’s website: www.bisc.edu.eg

Cairo is a bustling city, home to some of the world’s most iconic ancient monuments, with good access to other countries in the region. It is a city with a rich cultural heritage, a crossroads between Africa, the Middle East and Europe. With a population close to twenty million, Cairo is a city of huge contrasts and provides endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

This video will give you some insights into the school community and living in Egypt.

Person Specification  

• graduate in Physical Education or a related subject with Qualified Teacher Status and a MINIMUM of three years teaching experience post-QTS; 
• enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a genuine passion for teaching, who can motivate and inspire students using a variety of strategies;  
• recent experience teaching PE within the National Curriculum for England and (I)GCSE; 
• includes assessment for learning as an integral part of classroom practice;  
• understands how to stretch more able students and support pupils;  
• works collaboratively as a member of a team;  
• committed to her/his own professional development;  
• enjoys the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities;  
• meets the School’s safeguarding requirements in full.

Previous experience of of IB Sport Science and/or subject leadership is desirable but not essential.

To comply with Egyptian employment law, applicants must have QTS and a MINIMUM of three years teaching post qualification teaching experience.

Remuneration

The British International School, Cairo (BISC) offers a highly competitive tax free salary, paid entirely in Pound Sterling and directly into a UK bank account.

In addition, expat teachers benefit from a generous housing allowance, private BUPA Gold medical insurance which includes family dependents, annual return flights to the UK, and 2 free places for children of school age.

Exceptionally, our staff full salary is paid in foreign currency (GBP). The very low cost of living mean staff are able to save significantly, while still enjoying a great quality of life. A guide to costs can be found here: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Egypt

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website. In addition please upload a letter of application, addressed to the Principal - Ms. Lynne Oldfield as a pdf document.

Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current Headteacher/Principal.

Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 13th January 2025. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged.

Employer: The British International School, Cairo (BISC)

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Contract type: Full time

Start date: 1st August 2025

Contract term: 31st July 2027 renewable

Closing date: 13th January 2025

Safeguarding

The British International School, Cairo is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment practices as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Sept 2023), including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Current and previous employers will be contacted.