Performing / Expressive Arts Teacher

Are you an inspirational, energetic and passionate Performing / Expressive Arts or Drama Teacher? 

Join our expanding Primary team at Byron as we are moving to a new, bigger site in 2025 and be part of our mission to empower our students to become confident, responsible, lifelong learners who are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the world.

Why Join Byron?

Byron College is a dynamic and inclusive British international school located in Athens, Greece. With our upcoming expansion to a new campus, we are excited to welcome exceptional educators who share our vision and values. At Byron, we prioritize high expectations, academic excellence, and personalized support for every student.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Drama teacher to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and dynamic Drama & Music lessons that foster a love of the arts.
• Plan and implement creative and innovative learning experiences.
• Develop and implement innovative schemes of work, incorporating a variety of teaching styles and resources.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate drama and music across the curriculum.
• Assess and monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage students to explore their artistic talents and express themselves freely.
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster a holistic approach to learning.
• Prepare students for exciting school productions and musical events.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment where every child can shine.

Qualifications: 

·       A certified UK teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent (PGCE/PGDE must be accompanied by a subject relevant Bachelor’s Degree).

Successful applicants must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A strong background in Drama and Music education.
• Experience teaching primary-aged students.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for the performing arts and a commitment to inspiring young learners.

Desirable qualities:

• Experience of teaching students with English as an Additional Language.
• Experience of teaching KS3 level students
• Experience of integrating technology into teaching.
• Experience in an international school setting.
• The ability to teach across multiple creative disciplines (e.g., Drama, Music, Art).

As a teacher at Byron College, you will:

• Promote a love of learning through inspirational teaching.
• Be a team player with a sense of humour and a positive outlook.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.

Application Process:

In your application, please ensure that you address the following questions:

1. Why Byron College?
2. Why Greece?
3. What would you bring to our school?

If you are a passionate educator with a love of drama and music, we encourage you to apply!

Join Byron College and be part of shaping the future for our students in a thriving and supportive school community.

APPOINTMENT PROCESS AND HOW TO APPLY 

As part of our 'Safer Recruitment Policy' applications must be made through the TES portal and submitted in English. A CV can be attached in addition to the application form but not as an alternative. Applications whereby the application form is not complete will be rejected. All offers of employment are provisional until the satisfactory screening of independent references and the appropriate criminal records checks. We may also undertake additional steps including social media checks.

Please provide the names and emails of 3 referees, one of whom should be your current Headteacher or Principal. References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates so please indicate if you do not wish your current employer to be contacted at this time.

• The closing date for applications is Sunday 26th January.

Interviews will take place from Monday 27th January 2025 or earlier for suitable early applicants

******The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline should a suitable candidate be found. Interviews will be conducted online or at the school as necessary.

Important notes:

Greek Applicants - You must hold a relevant degree and have completed the registry of teachers for 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 - You must hold a relevant Degree from the same country as your passport. You must also hold a relevant teaching qualification (QTS with completed NQT or equivalent) again from the country of your passport. Please note that the iPGCE is not currently recognised in Greece & Language Qualifications such as TESOL & DELTA are not accepted. 

Safer Recruitment Check – Please be advised that we will contact all previous employers of the successful candidate for confirmation that there have been no safeguarding concerns or convictions relating to children. All employees are required to present their original birth certificate, again as part of our safer recruitment policy and procedures.

Byron College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. We are an independent, international school following the English National Curriculum, operating in Athens - Greece under the Department of Education License No. Z2/442/1986. The school is BSO inspected and registered with the Department for Education (DfE reference number 6337) in the United Kingdom.