Geography Teacher, with the possibility of Second in Department position (Secondary School) – required for August 2025

DBIS seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, qualified and successful Secondary School Geography teacher who is willing to commit to working in a stimulating and dynamic international educational environment. In addition to Geography, the successful candidate may also be expected to teach BTEC Travel & Tourism (Level 3). This is an exciting time to join DBIS as the Secondary phase and Humanities department are expanding, offering opportunities for growth and development within the school. Outstanding candidates may be considered for a leadership role within the Humanities Department (Second in Department).

To be considered, it is essential to have:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in a full-time class teaching role;
• A bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in Geography or a closely related field;
• A relevant postgraduate teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS);
• Experience teaching Geography to a high quality at Secondary School level within the English National Curriculum framework.
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It is desirable to have: 

• Experience teaching Key Stage 3, (I)GCSE, and A Level Geography (applications from IB Geography teachers will also be accepted);
• Experience teaching BTEC Travel & Tourism and/or other Humanities subjects;
• A master’s or postgraduate qualification in a related subject;
• Experience working with EAL pupils (English as an Additional Language);
• Experience or interest in being an examiner for (I)GCSE and/or A Level. 

All new teachers are offered two-year renewable contracts and a competitive compensation package, with a gratuity of 18.75%, an additional monthly cash allowance, remuneration of school fees for one child and full medical and dental insurance for the employee.

Closing date for applications: 6 January 2025

Interviews will be conducted in Hong Kong, London, Dubai or online. 

A detailed job specification can be found here.

To submit an application for employment at DBIS, please complete the DBIS Application for Employment form.  

Please ensure that a recent CV and an application letter are uploaded to the form. Within the application letter please highlight your suitability for the role, your strengths as a teacher and/or your relevant leadership experience and accomplishments.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the school will interview and appoint suitably qualified candidates throughout the recruitment period.  

SAFEGUARDING

Discovery Bay International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. In accordance with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, all posts at the school are subject to rigorous and appropriate background checks.