School Counsellor (Social and Emotional) - October 2023
The British International School, Cairo
Egypt
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Attractive tax-free salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 11 September 2023
Job overview
The School seeks to appoint an experienced School Counsellor for October 2023. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a programme to support pupils by providing counselling, both face-to-face and online. The successful candidate will be an important member of the Wellbeing Team, and is also expected to collaborate with teaching colleagues, particularly the pastoral team.
BISC offers opportunities for personal professional development and all members of staff actively contribute to school improvement. Colleagues are expected to show a genuine commitment to the School’s mission and vision, and to the promotion of student welfare. All staff are expected to 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.
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Qualifications and Key skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Counselling or the equivalent;
- Post-graduate qualification in Child & Adolescent Counselling or Play Therapy;
- A member of the British Association for Counselling or relevant psychotherapy professional body;
- Practical experience (a minimum of three years) of working in a school with children and young people;
- Have a warm, calm and friendly manner;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Sensitivity, understanding and a non-judgemental outlook;
- Confidence in the public forum;
- Ability to adapt to change and cope with stressful situations.
- meets our CHILD PROTECTION and SAFEGUARDING requirements in full.
To comply with Egyptian employment law, applicants must have QTS and a MINIMUM of three years post qualification working in a school.
Remuneration
The British International School, Cairo (BISC) operates a similar teaching scale to schools in the UK which increases with teaching experience. All salaries are tax free and paid in Pounds Sterling. The current basic salary for a teacher with three years’ experience is £34,000 p.a. while the salary of the majority of staff (six years experience or more) is over £40,000 p.a.
In addition all overseas contract teachers benefit from a generous housing allowance, private BUPA Gold medical insurance, annual return flights to the UK, and 2 free places for children of school age.
How to apply
Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website including a letter of application, addressed to the Principal (Mrs. Basman Zora) as a pdf document.
Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current principal.
Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 11th September 2023. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged. Interviews for the post will most likely take place by Zoom.
Employer: The British International School, Cairo (BISC)
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Contract type: Full time
Start date: 1st September 2023
Contract term: 31st August 2025 renewable
Closing date: 11th September 2023
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, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted.
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About The British International School, Cairo
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- The British International School, Cairo
- km 38, Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, Beverly Hills, 6th of October City
- Cairo
- 12451
- Egypt
BISC was established in 1976 and has a reputation as one of the most successful schools in the Middle East. We teach boys and girls aged 2-18, with the majority of our students from Egypt, and our school's mission is to be a vibrant international community that promotes independent learning to develop global citizens.
We are based on a purpose built, state-of-the-art campus, 30 minutes West of the city centre. We are surrounded by high quality housing and facilities, though the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo - and the pyramids - are not far away and easily accessible.
We follow the British curriculum, with a track record of academic success as well as a strong focus on pastoral care. We are an active IB World School, a member of COBIS and BSME, and thus the school provides a holistic education in a supportive and caring environment. We are a non-denominational school, and we welcome students from all faiths and traditions, embracing the principles of open-mindedness and understanding.
BISC is a large school with over 1,150 students across our Foundation Stage, Junior and Senior Schools. Up to Key Stage 3, we follow the EYFS leading to the National Curriculum for England, with modifications to reflect the particular geographical and cultural circumstances of Egypt. In the Junior School, teachers receive specialist support in a variety of subjects and all classes have a bilingual Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher. With the exception of Arabic, all classes are in English, which many children speak at home, and children make excellent progress in their language development. The School takes advantage of the history, culture and geography of Egypt through a range of offsite trips and activities.
At Key Stage 4, students are prepared for GCSE and IGCSE examinations with the majority of students choosing to study the full IB Diploma. Our results are above the global average and the majority of our students go on to attend universities in the UK and USA.
Our package for teachers is amongst the best in the world, with tax-free salaries paid in Pound Sterling. Each teacher receives a generous housing allowance, as well as free annual return flights, BUPA gold healthcare, and a large budget for CLD. Above all we offer a friendly and supportive environment for you to grow as a professional with like-minded professionals.
Finally, further details of our school can be found on the school's website, but if you have any queries please contact the Human Resources Department by email, using hr@bisc.edu.eg.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Ms. Lynne Oldfield, Principal
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