EYFS (Nursery) Teacher - Maternity Cover

Founded in 1970, Campion’s purpose is to provide a first-class education for boys and girls aged between three and eighteen, fostering abilities both in the field of academic and general education, and in sporting activities and the performing arts. It is the school’s intention to educate the whole person in the hope of developing responsible world citizens of good character. The school ultimately aims to prepare students for university education in Britain, North America and worldwide. Our most recent ISI inspection judged Campion to be excellent in every category. 

We are seeking a maternity placement for the rest of the academic year (starting January 2025) and possibly longer. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching a class of approximately 16 children in the Junior School and will preferably have experience teaching children within a British and/or international school environment.

Campion is committed to the continual professional development of its staff, and relevant training is available to successful candidates. 

What we are looking for: 

·           A qualified EYFS (Nipiogogos) class teacher.

·           A commitment to support, motivate and engage all children.

·           A proven record of working in the EYFS setting and a sound theoretical and practical knowledge of phonics.

·           The ability to create a learning environment that develops high levels of resilience, confidence and independence in all pupils.

·           A patient, understanding and empathetic approach to children and their families.

·           A strong team player, who can liaise with parents, staff members at all levels and other professionals.

·           Flexibility and the ability to work on your own initiative.

·           Excellent organisational skills.

·           E-learning and IT competency.

·           Competence in English (essential) and Greek (advantageous).

·           A conscientious professional, able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard.

·           Resilience and optimism: someone who is willing to go the extra mile in the busy life of the school.

·           A sense of humour.

Further information regarding the vacancy can be obtained from the school’s website, www.campion.edu.gr/employment/. Please apply by completing the application form and addressing it to the Headmaster - Michael Henderson, headmaster@campion.edu.gr. Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, 8 November 2024. Interviews will happen shortly afterwards. However, we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview before the closing date and close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable candidates. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit an application as soon as possible.

Further information regarding the school can be obtained from the school’s website, www.campion.edu.gr

Important notes:

Greek Applicants - You must hold a relevant degree (Nipiagogos) and have completed the registry for teachers of private schools (Epetirida) or hold the qualifications to do so. Please note that international qualifications are not recognised as qualified teacher status for Greek candidates within Greece.

International Applicants - Your qualifications must be from the same country as your passport. You must also hold a relevant teaching qualification (QTS) again from the country of your passport. Please note that the iPGCE is not currently recognised in Greece. For British applicants, we are able to support ECT training.

Campion School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or the International Child Protection Certificate (and country equivalents).