Music Teacher (Secondary section)

Rainbow International School is a coeducational 2 – 18 years day and boarding school in Kampala, Uganda. As the most established, reputable and largest International school in the country, we deliver the EYFS and IPC curricula in the Primary section, English National curriculum at Key Stage 3 and Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Level in Key Stages 4 and 5. We also offer Pearson BTEC Level 3 courses as an alternative pathway to University.

The Post:

We are seeking a young, dynamic, motivated Music teacher who is able to provide group music lessons within a classroom setting to our Secondary students (11 - 18 years). The successful candidate will be joining an established, busy and vibrant Performing Arts department. The ability to teach the theory of music as well as having a balance of playing classical and contemporary music instruments is essential. Previous experience in an International school is an advantage. Knowledge of woodwind or strings is an added advantage.

The successful candidate must be fully vaccinated against covid19

*Candidates who have previously applied for this position need not reapply.

Experience:

●                Be passionate and committed 

●                Have a proven track record of outstanding practice

●                Be able to engage, motivate and support children, colleagues and parents

●                Be a reflective, flexible practitioner with the ability to think creatively and take risks

●                Experience of working within effective teams and being an effective team player

●                Have an advanced ability to play several musical instruments;

●                Have a strong learning-focused philosophy;

●                Previous leadership experience is desirable (middle leader, subject lead, Head of department)

●                A working knowledge of Google Apps and the confidence to work with IT in the classroom.

We require teachers who are:

●                In possession of a minimum of two years teaching experience in the UK or overseas in a British curriculum school. Experience considered is that which is obtained after acquiring a teaching qualification

●                Dedicated practitioners who strive to provide the very best learning opportunities they can for their students

●                Professional both in their conduct and appearance and fully committed to the life of the school (including being fully involved in enrichment/extra-curricular activities)

●                Open minded and flexible, willing to contribute ideas and fully support the strategic vision of the school

●                Hardworking, with the desire to make a difference and go the extra mile

Qualifications:

●                Bachelor of Education / PGCE / QTS in the relevant subject area in Music

The package:

●                Happy and motivated students in a welcoming and friendly environment

●                Competitive salary

●                Medical insurance

●                Two-year initial contract – renewable by mutual consent

●                Free furnished accommodation

*Flights and baggage allowance at the beginning and end of contract (flights annually from the second contract) for overseas hire

Apply with the TES application form (insert application letter in the Supporting statement space in the form) and attach a detailed CV (with a passport photo on the top page). As part of the application letter, the applicant should mention musical instruments played and the experience they have in organising school productions. In the CV, please include the names and contact details of three professional referees (employers/line managers), one must be your current/most recent Headteacher/Principal/Head of School.

*Do not attach certificates or reference letters at this stage.

Please disclose any convictions or cautions (if any) and a declaration that you are not barred from working with children.

All applications should be addressed to the Principal and sent via the TES website.

Closing date: 10th September 2023

*Interviews will take place on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date for the right candidate.

Candidates who are available to start before January shall be considered.

Rainbow International School Uganda is a safer recruitment school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening and rigorous background checks (including contacting previous employers). The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and will be asked for a valid ICPC/Interpol check and the equivalent police certificate of good conduct from the country of current residence/employment, notarised copies of relevant academic documents, yellow fever & Covid19 vaccination cards and a pre-employment fit for work certificate (as well as any other documents that may be required for work permit application for non-Ugandans and their family members).

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer (EOE)