Teacher of English (with a possibility of a second in department) - August 2025

If you are a dynamic and innovative professional with a passion for English literature and a commitment to instilling a love of literature in young people, then the British International School, Cairo (BISC) could be the school for you.

We seek an experienced and well-qualified Teacher of English with previous experience of teaching within the National Curriculum for England or a British-style setting commencing in August 2025. The successful candidate will teach English across the Senior School with experience of IGCSE and IB desirable. The school has excellent facilities and resources for teaching English. The English Department works effectively as a team sharing ideas and promoting learning. The possibility of a leadership role will be explored with experienced candidates.

BISC offers opportunities for personal professional development and all members of staff actively contribute to school improvement. Teachers are expected to show a genuine commitment to promoting student welfare and show a genuine commitment to supporting co-curricular activities, school events and school trips

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 English 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 English within the National Curriculum for England and (I)GCSE, A level or IB;       
• includes assessment for learning as an integral part of classroom practice;       
• understands how to challenge all students to achieve their full potential,
• committed to high standards to secure pastoral and academic development of all our students;
• works collaboratively as a member of a team;       
• committed to their own professional development;       
• understands an inquiry-based approach to learning;       
• enjoys the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities;       
• meets the school’s safeguarding requirements in full.

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 16th December 2024. 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: 16th December 2024

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.