Teaching Vacancies
Founding Principals
Orbital Education Head Office, England
- Package: Competitive packages and support from a UK based management team
- Contract Type: Full time
- Start Date: August 2021
The Orbital Education group of schools is growing rapidly. We have 10 campuses and the number of schools within the group continues to grow each year.
As well as the continued growth of our schools in Moscow, Mallorca, Budapest, Shanghai, Ljubljana, Quito and Doha, we have an active stream of new and exciting projects.
We shall a have variety of exciting opportunities for Headteachers in our new schools globally within the next 12 months.
We would like to receive your CV at the following email address: founding-principals@orbitaled.com
How to apply:
Science Teacher (Physics Specialist)
Britannica International School, Shanghai
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Mutually renewable every two years
- Start Date: February 2022
Are you a qualified Science Teacher with experience of teaching the Physics at IGCSE and A-Level? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join our attractive, happy and growing international school in Shanghai. The school can provide small classes, good collegiality with staff colleagues and a supportive induction programme for new teachers.
About the School
Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com ) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.
The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often much smaller.
About the Role
The school is seeking to appoint a qualified IGCSE and A level Science Teacher. Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, possessing excellent teaching, organisational and communication skills.
We are seeking individuals who can apply a committed and common-sense approach to secondary education, such that it achieves outstanding results and happy children. The role requires an individual who can successfully motivate and inspire students, and who has sky-high expectations of what children can achieve and how they can behave. Experience of teaching and managing students from diverse nationality backgrounds and who are English Second language learners would be an advantage.
As an English school, specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse, international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English is essential.
Teaching posts are initially offered as a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal of contract at the end of this period. The remuneration package offers a basic salary in excess of that offered in the UK, with low taxation, along with annual flights, a housing allowance, full medical cover and a relocation allowance to assist in settling in the city. A bonus is provided for every year taught, along with annual remuneration increases based on performance reviews. The teaching year consists of 180 days, with good holidays spread throughout the academic year allowing staff to make the most of their time in Asia.
Britannica has already built its reputation on high quality and high standards and as such it has similar high expectations of its staff. The school therefore welcomes fully qualified, flexible, creative, child-centred teachers who will further enhance the quality of teaching and learning and also be prepared to contribute to the extra-curricular life of this busy school.
Britannica Teachers:
- are passionate about education,
- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings,
- inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching, - participate in all aspects of school life,
- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,
- are flexible and have a sense of humour,
About the Orbital Education Group The school also forms part of the Orbital Education group https://orbitaled.com/ an expanding group of international schools providing a British Education to an internationally diverse student population. In addition to our school in Shanghai, the Orbital group have schools in other culturally attractive and historically important destinations, such as Spain, Hungary, Russia, Ecuador, Slovenia and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop schools in new regions across the globe.
As part of the Orbital group, our staff have the opportunity to work and collaborate with colleagues around the world, supporting them to achieve excellent outcomes and enabling their students to achieve their potential. After two years’ successful employment, staff also have the opportunity to be considered for roles at other schools within the group, giving them the opportunity to see the world at the same time as progressing their career.
Applications - If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Please submit your application to principal@britannicashanghai.com
Closing date - 23rd January 2022
Interviews will take place online and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline if the right candidate is found. Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS (in the UK) or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.
How to apply:
Operations Manager
Baleares International College Palma, Sa Porrassa Campus
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Start Date: January 2022
Are you an experienced, flexible and competent Operations Manger with exceptional interpersonal skills, seeking a challenging new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this exciting opportunity to support our successful International School through our next stage of development.
About the School
Baleares International College (BIC) https://balearesint.net is the largest British Curriculum school in Mallorca, providing education based on the English National Curriculum to approximately 600 students (from 3 to 18 years). The college comprises of two schools at separate sites, one in Sa Porrassa, on the south-west coast of Mallorca, and one in San Agustin, on the coast just on the outskirts of Palma.
We are accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education, based upon inspection and recommendation by the British Council, and are a founding member of the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS). The school is also a member of COBIS, the Council of British International Schools.
About the Opportunity
You will be primarily responsible for the management, development and oversight of all non-academic related activities at Baleares International College, including HR and Payroll, IT, Maintenance and Facilities. The post is due to start in January 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter, depending upon candidate availability.
You will be responsible for managing and overseeing these operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality education, whilst adhering to regulatory, budgetary, quality and group standards at all times.
To match the expectations and reputation of Baleares International College and Orbital Education, we expect high quality and high standards from our staff. This role will ideally suit an intelligent, proactive, enthusiastic, ambitious and energetic person.
You should have an excellent track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams within a medium-large organisation or site, with previous management experience within a school or similar service environment. For example, this post may suit a Hotel Manager or General Manager from within the Hospitality or Service sector.
We anticipate the majority of applications will come from individuals already living on the Island of Mallorca or Mainland Spain. We are comfortable to accept applications from individuals elsewhere, providing they have firm plans to relocate to Mallorca. Although please note that this is not an international vacancy and does not benefit from International recruitment benefits, such as flights and relocation etc.
Person Specification
In particular, candidates should meet the following technical profile:
• Educated to Degree level and/or Management Qualification at a similar level.
• Multilingual (English, Spanish, Catalan)
• Extensive experience managing and supporting multiple functions such as site management and HR, ideally within a school or similar service sector (ie hospitality/services)
• Good working knowledge of employment legalities to understand key processes of people management, and working knowledge of Education.
• Strong organisational skills to prioritise work and manage time effectively particularly under pressure.
• Ability to work strategically, effectively prioritise and analyse issues to identify creative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner with all key stakeholders.
• Proven track record of promoting and delivering outstanding outcomes with effective cost management.
• Robust computer literacy, including advanced use of Excel.
For full details, please download the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide.
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing the chance to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Applications – If this opportunity excites you, and you meet the requirements for this position, we would be pleased to receive your application to join our excellent and friendly school.
Applications should be made by e-mail, and include a supporting statement and an updated CV, including the details of two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer. Interested applicants should review the job profile, and ensure their supporting statement highlights their experience and impact to date, why they want the job and what impact they would expect to make. The application letter should be no more than 1000 words.
Applications should be sent to: lucy.templeman@balearesint.net
Closing date for applications is 24th January 2021.
However, interviews will take place on a rolling basis and recruitment may close early once the right candidate is found. Therefore early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Due to volume of anticipated applications, we will not be able to provide feedback to all candidates. If you have not been contacted by 15 February 2022 you should assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – Baleares International College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO (https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... ) if they have ever worked or l ived in the UK, prohibition checks where appropriate and/or criminal records (police check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
PRO - Public Relations Officer
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Renewable
- Start Date: January 2022
Are you an experienced, flexible and competent PRO with strong government relationships and understanding of the legal processes in Qatar and now seeking a challenging new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International, our world-class educational facility with a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity
The role is due to start from January 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter, depending upon candidate availability.
You will report directly to the HR Manager, and will be the person responsible for key government relations with primary responsibility for handling visa applications (including renewals and cancellations) for all employees, liaising with immigration departments and submitting licence applications to Qatar authorities.
You will also be responsible for ensuring the school acts in compliance with Qatar Company and Laboor Law and will keep up to date with relevant government regulations and legislation and to act as an advisor to the school.
Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is a necessity.
Please note that this is not an international vacancy and does not benefit from International recruitment benefits, such as flights and relocation etc. For these reasons, we are ideally seeking candidates who are already based in Qatar and do not require sponsorship.
Person Specification
In particular, candidates should meet the following technical profile:
- Extensive experience of liaising with various Government Departments (Immigration, Labour, Traffic, Municipality) and Agencies to ensure efficient and timely services in order to meet the needs of the school is considered essential.
- Arabic speaker, reader and writer with strong English language skills is essential.
- Prior experience in a similar role within a large company, preferably a large school, within Qatar with a strong understanding of Islam and Arab culture.
- Desirable although not essential, previous business start-up experience.
- Project management and IT skills with the ability to use Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook.
- Strong organisational skills to prioritize work and manage time effectively particularly under pressure, alongside good communication.
For more information please refer to the separate Job Description and Person Specification provided, available by selecting 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, the Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. It can accommodate up to 2,600 students between 3 to 18 years, and is expected to fully open in August 2022. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading International school in Qatar.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be headed with the title/subject of PRO and submitted to Mr J Gutteridge at usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa
Closing date: 23rd January 2022. Although interviews will commence on a rolling basis, and the advert may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are therefore encouraged to avoid disappointment
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview. If you have not heard from us before 31st January 2022 you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in th e UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
Cashier / Accounts Administrator
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Renewable
- Start Date: January 2022
Are you an experienced, flexible and competent Finance professional seeking a challenging new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International as our Cashier/ Accounts Administrator - our world-class educational facility with a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity
The role is due to start from January 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter, depending upon candidate availability.
This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced individual to join our newly founded school as Cashier / Accounts Administrator.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, the Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city and is a rapidly growing and exciting place to live and work.
The Cashier / Accounts Administrator will have a proven track record as a Finance professional with experience in working as part of a finance team an advantage. Whilst knowledge of the educational environment would be beneficial, a willing attitude and being a good team player are key attributes.
Please note that this is not an international vacancy and does not benefit from International recruitment benefits, such as flights and relocation etc. For these reasons, we are ideally seeking candidates who are already based in Qatar and do not require sponsorship.
Person Specification
In particular, candidates should meet the following technical profile:
• Strong Accounts receivable ledger skills, having already worked in a fast paced Accounts function previously and have a good understanding of Ledger accounts and reconciliations.
• An experienced user of accounting packages.
• Recognised qualifications in a relevant discipline would be desirable.
• A high degree of computer literacy and in particular, strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Excellent communication skills and particularly written and spoken English which are a necessity.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
The ideal candidate will have many of the following personal qualities:
· Ability to resolve and reconcile issues with limited supervision by identifying sources of errors, making retrospective corrections and ensuring that appropriate changes are put in place to prevent recurrence.
· Proactive, enthusiastic, ambitious and energetic person
· Accurate & efficient and able to communicate with a wide range of people such as parents, staff and suppliers.
· Willing and able to tackle and quickly learn a variety of tasks within the school’s Finance environment
· Able to work as part of a team
For more information please refer to the separate Job Description and Person Specification provided, available by selecting 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, the Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. It can accommodate up to 2,600 students between 3 to 18 years, and is expected to fully open in August 2022. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading International school in Qatar.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be headed with the title/subject of Cashier / Accounts Administrator and submitted to Mr J Gutteridge at usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa
Closing date: 23rd January 2022. Although interviews will commence on a rolling basis, and the advert may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are therefore encouraged to avoid disappointment
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview. If you have not heard from us before 31st January 2022 you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in th e UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
Director of Marketing and Admissions
Britannica International School, Shanghai
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term (Mutually renewable every two years)
- Start Date: February 2022
Are you an enthusiastic, qualified and experienced senior marketing professional, interested in a challenging new opportunity at our successful international school in Shanghai? Or do you know somebody who is? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join us as Director of Marketing and Admissions.
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a talented individual to lead and manage the Marketing and Admissions Department at Britannica International School. This is key leadership role, reporting into the Principal and a member of the schools Senior Leadership Team. The role is due to commence from the Autumn 2021 term or as soon as possible thereafter, dependent upon candidate availability.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to current entry restrictions into China, we are seeking individuals who are currently in China, or who have pre-existing right or ability to enter and work in China.
The successful candidate will be required to create and implement an effective and transformative marketing & admissions strategy, to ensure the school achieves its student growth ambitions.
The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in strategic, commercial and transactional marketing and will be experienced in planning and delivering multi-channel marketing communications. They will be able to demonstrate success in driving results, admissions and managing teams, clearly being able to link, through CRM software or otherwise, the impact of marketing activities on results
Proactivity, ambition and energy will be key to this role, as will be personal warmth, emotional intelligence and an ability to inspire confidence and respect. The successful applicant should also be able to inspire, motivate and effectively manage the performance of the Marketing and Admissions department.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
About the School
Britannica International School Shanghai (http://www.britannicashanghai.com/) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A-Level examinations.
The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often smaller. School holidays are similar to those in the UK with a 180 day calendar year.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Britannica International School, Shanghai also forms part of the Orbital Education group, an expanding group of international schools providing a British education to an internationally diverse student population.
Orbital Education focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.
Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
- Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
- Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
- Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Living and working in Shanghai
Shanghai is one of the largest cities in China, but is probably its most diverse and cosmopolitan, with a huge International community choosing to travel, live, and settle here. Shanghai provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of western cultures mixed with the best of China’s past and present, making Shanghai’s local culture unique in the world. Shanghai is an extremely safe, welcoming, and modern city, with its friendly occupants known for their hospitality, and the ability to make you feel at home. There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.
Applications - If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be submitted in English and include your up to date CV and details of three referees, including your most recent employer. In a covering letter, applicants should highlight how their experience, knowledge and skills match those of the ideal candidate as set out above and within the role profile - available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
As detailed above, due to current entry restrictions into China, we are seeking individuals who are currently in China, or who have pre-existing right or ability to enter and work in China. If you cannot fulfil these requirements your application is likely to be rejected.
Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell, at recruitment@britannicashanghai.com
Closing date for applications is 31 January 2022. However, interviews will take place by MS Teams and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. For these reasons early applications are encouraged as the school may appoint and close this vacancy before this deadline, if the right candidate is found.
Safeguarding - Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people.
As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.
How to apply:
Director of Sport
Britannica International School, Shanghai
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term (Mutually renewable every two years)
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you an enthusiastic, qualified and experienced PE Teacher with prior leadership experience, interested in an exciting new opportunity? Or do you know somebody who is?
If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity, to join and take a leading role in our very successful, attractive and happy growing school in Shanghai. The school can provide small classes, good collegiality with staff colleagues and a supportive induction programme for new teachers.
About the Role
Teaching posts are initially offered as a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal of contract at the end of this period. The remuneration package offers a basic salary in excess of that offered in the UK, with low taxation, along with annual flights, a housing allowance, full medical cover and a relocation allowance to assist in settling in the city. A bonus is provided for every year taught, along with annual remuneration increases based on performance reviews. The teaching year consists of 180 days, with good holidays spread throughout the academic year allowing staff to make the most of their time in Asia.
We are seeking applications from individuals who have experience of teaching Primary and Secondary sports. Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor degree from a reputable University and Qualified Teacher Status.
As an English school specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, English as a First language is a crucial requirement for the candidate, and accordingly applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
Britannica has already built its reputation on high quality and high standards and as such it has similar high expectations of its staff. The school therefore welcomes fully qualified, flexible, creative, child-centred teachers who will further enhance the quality of teaching and learning and also be prepared to contribute to the extra-curricular life of this busy school.
Britannica Teachers:
- are passionate about education,
- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings,
- inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching,
- participate in all aspects of school life,
- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,
- are flexible and have a sense of humour,
About the School
Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com ) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.
The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often much smaller.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Britannica International School, Shanghai also forms part of the Orbital Education group, an expanding group of international schools providing a British education to an internationally diverse student population.
Orbital Education focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.
Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
- Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
- Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
- Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Living and working in Shanghai
Shanghai is one of the largest cities in China, but is probably its most diverse and cosmopolitan, with a huge International community choosing to travel, live, and settle here. Shanghai provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of western cultures mixed with the best of China’s past and present, making Shanghai’s local culture unique in the world. Shanghai is an extremely safe, welcoming, and modern city, with its friendly occupants known for their hospitality, and the ability to make you feel at home. There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.
Applications - If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell, at recruitment@britannicashanghai.com
Interviews will take place by skype and will commence immediately from the date of advertising.
Closing date for applications is 23 January 2022. However, interviews will take place by MS Teams and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. For these reasons early applications are encouraged as the school may appoint and close this vacancy before this deadline, if the right candidate is found.
Safeguarding - Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people.
As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.
How to apply:
EAL Teacher (Head of)
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Renewable
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you a qualified EAL (English Additional Language) Teacher, with experience delivering UK curriculum, seeking a new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International, our world-class educational facility with a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and committed EAL teacher to join our newly founded school. The role is due to start from school opening in August 2022. Candidates must be available from the 1st of August 2022 to commence employment.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city and is a rapidly growing and exciting place to live and work.
The successful candidate will be an experienced EAL practitioner able to play a key role in the development of students with language difficulties which inhibit access the curriculum.
Our Primary School consists of FS, KS1 and KS2 classes with multiple form entry. All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum and EY Framework. There will also be a small secondary school in year 1 which will grow quickly in future years.
The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas. Additional facilities at the school include a 450 seater auditorium/theatre, STEAM & robotics room, swimming pool, training pool, badminton, volleyball, tennis, basketball courts and a full size football pitch.
In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on The Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities.
Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:
· Be a EAL specialist with previous experience within the UK curriculum.
· Have good and collaborative team working skills.
· Have excellent communicative skills with peers, parents and other stakeholders.
· Have high quality teaching, and student learning and wellbeing at the heart of their decision making.
The ability to teach a second subject, beyond EAL is desirable. If you are able to teach a second subject, please detail this within your application.
The role will provide opportunity for curriculum / department management responsibilities for the right candidate.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.
Living and working in Qatar
Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Doha is preparing to host the Football World Cup in 2022 with new stadiums already completed and others still under construction. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present.
Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be submitted to the Executive Principal, Mr. I Temple at recruitment@orbitaled.com
Closing date: 31st January 2022
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of January 2022. If you have not heard from us before 28th February 2022, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
Head of Performing Arts Teacher
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - 2 years Renewable
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you a fully qualified, enthusiastic and experienced Performing Arts /Drama Teacher with Leadership experience and seeking a new challenge?
If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International as one of our founding teachers and Head of Performing Arts. Our world-class educational facility offers a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and qualified Drama/ Performing Arts Teacher to join our newly founded school in a key Leadership position as Head of Performing Arts. You must have recent experience working as a Drama Teacher in a UK curriculum school internationally or within the UK.
The role is due to start from school opening in August 2022. Candidates must be available from the 1st of August 2022 to commence employment.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city.
Our Secondary School is expected to open with up to 100 students, although will grow quickly as a result of enrolment and progression within the school All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum.
The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas. Additional facilities at the school include a 450 seater auditorium/theatre, STEAM & robotics room, swimming pool, training pool, badminton, volleyball, tennis, basketball courts and a full size football pitch.
Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:
· Have a relevant Batchelor degree from a reputable university and qualified Teacher status, either PGCE or B.Ed from the UK
· Have previous teaching experience in a UK curriculum school teaching Drama and/or Drama - please specify in your application which you have experience of teaching or confirm both.
· Have a passion for education, able to communicate clearly with good collaborative team working skills.
In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on The Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities.
The school prides itself on professional development and mentoring new staff to become leaders in their field of expertise or curriculum interest. The role will provide opportunity for curriculum / department management responsibilities for the right candidate.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.
Living and working in Qatar
Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Doha is preparing to host the Football World Cup in 2022 with new stadiums already completed and others still under construction. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present.
Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Please head your e-mail with the subject ‘Drama Teacher’ to ensure that your application is appropriately directed.
If you are also able to teach Music, please confirm this in your application.
Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be submitted to the Executive Principal, Mr. I Temple at usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa
Closing date:20 January 2022
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of January 2022. If you have not heard from us before 31 Jan 2022, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure.
How to apply:
KS2 Teacher
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term Renewable
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you a fully qualified, enthusiastic and experienced Primary School Teacher seeking a new challenge? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International as one of our Key Stage 2 Teachers.
Our world-class educational facility offers a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity
This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and qualified Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our newly founded school. You must have recent experience working as a Primary School Teacher in a UK curriculum school, ideally with prior KS2 experience. The role is due to start from school opening in August 2022. Candidates must be available from the 1st of August 2022 to commence employment.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city and is a rapidly growing and exciting place to live and work.
Our Primary School consists of FS, KS1 and KS2 classes with multiple form entry. All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum and EY Framework. The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas.
The ideal candidate will have prior teaching experience to children aged 7-11 years old and be comfortable working within Year 3 to Year 6 settings. In your application, we would be grateful if you indicate if you have any year group preferences, as we anticipate opportunities may be available across a number of KS2 year groups.
Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:
• Have a relevant Batchelor degree from a reputable university and qualified Teacher status, either PGCE or B.Ed from the UK
• Have previous Primary School teaching experience ideally within KS2.
• Have a passion for education, able to communicate clearly with good collaborative team working skills.
In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on The Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities. The school prides itself on professional development and mentoring new staff to become leaders in their field.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, by clicking 'Download Pdf' below
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.
Living and working in Qatar
Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Doha is preparing to host the Football World Cup in 2022 with new stadiums already completed and others still under construction. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present.
Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
Please ensure you follow the process below to apply – Applications via the TES portal and e-mail link below will not be considered.
i) In the first instance, you will need to click the following link to register your interest and provide details in respect of the core criteria for the role; https://ecv.microsoft.com/VG9iiNQ2jH
ii) Once complete, you will receive an e-mail detailing how you can complete your application. You will be provided with the details of an e-mail to send your application to, and will need to submit the following information;
a. Your CV / Employment Resume, which should detail all relevant information in respect of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps.
b. Your must also submit an application cover letter, outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification.
c. Finally, please ensure that your application provides details of the names, and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Closing date:20 January 2022
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of January 2022. If you have not heard from us before 31 Jan 2022, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
Head of Business Studies / Business Studies Teacher
Britannica International School, Shanghai
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term (Mutually renewable every two years)
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you a qualified Business Teacher with experience of teaching at IGCSE and A-Level? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join our attractive, happy and growing international school in Shanghai.
If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity, to join and take a leading role in our very successful, attractive and happy growing school in Shanghai. The school can provide small classes, good collegiality with staff colleagues and a supportive induction programme for new teachers.
About the Role
The school is seeking to appoint a qualified IGCSE and A level Business Teacher. Experience or interest of teaching Mathematics as well would be an advantage. Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, possessing excellent teaching, organisational and communication skills.
We are seeking individuals who can apply a committed and common-sense approach to secondary education, such that it achieves outstanding results and happy children. The role requires an individual who can successfully motivate and inspire students, and who has sky-high expectations of what children can achieve and how they can behave. Experience of teaching and managing students from diverse nationality backgrounds and who are English Second language learners would be an advantage.
As an English school, specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse, international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English is essential.
Britannica has already built its reputation on high quality and high standards and as such it has similar high expectations of its staff. The school therefore welcomes fully qualified, flexible, creative, child-centred teachers who will further enhance the quality of teaching and learning and also be prepared to contribute to the extra-curricular life of this busy school.
Britannica Teachers:
- are passionate about education,
- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings,
- inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching,
- participate in all aspects of school life,
- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,
- are flexible and have a sense of humour,
Teaching posts are initially offered as a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal of contract at the end of this period. The remuneration package offers a basic salary in excess of that offered in the UK, with low taxation, along with annual flights, a housing allowance, full medical cover and a relocation allowance to assist in settling in the city. A bonus is provided for every year taught, along with annual remuneration increases based on performance reviews. The teaching year consists of 180 days, with good holidays spread throughout the academic year allowing staff to make the most of their time in Asia.
About the School
Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com ) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.
The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often much smaller.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Britannica International School, Shanghai also forms part of the Orbital Education group, an expanding group of international schools providing a British education to an internationally diverse student population.
Orbital Education focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.
Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
- Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
- Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
- Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Living and working in Shanghai
Shanghai is one of the largest cities in China, but is probably its most diverse and cosmopolitan, with a huge International community choosing to travel, live, and settle here. Shanghai provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of western cultures mixed with the best of China’s past and present, making Shanghai’s local culture unique in the world. Shanghai is an extremely safe, welcoming, and modern city, with its friendly occupants known for their hospitality, and the ability to make you feel at home. There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.
Applications - If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell at Paul.farrell@britannicashanghai.com
Closing date - 31st January 2022
Interviews will take place by skype and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline if the right candidate is found.
Safeguarding - Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people.
As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.
How to apply:
SEND Teacher
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Renewable
- Start Date: August 2022
Are you a qualified SEND Teacher, with experience delivering UK curriculum, seeking a new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International, our world-class educational facility with a clear vision of academic excellence, located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and committed SEND teacher to join our newly founded school. The role is due to start from school opening in August 2022. Candidates must be available from the 1st of August 2022 to commence employment.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city and is a rapidly growing and exciting place to live and work.
The successful candidate will be an experienced SEND practitioner able to play a key role in the development of students with Educational difficulties and those struggling to access the curriculum.
Our Primary School consists of FS, KS1 and KS2 classes with multiple form entry. All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum and EY Framework. There will also be a small secondary school in year 1 which will grow quickly in future years. The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas. Additional facilities at the school include a 450 seater auditorium/theatre, STEAM & robotics room, swimming pool, training pool, badminton, volleyball, tennis, basketball courts and a full size football pitch.
In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on The Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities.
Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:
· Be a qualified SEND specialist with previous experience within the UK curriculum.
· Have good and collaborative team working skills.
· Have excellent communicative skills with peers, parents and other stakeholders.
· Have high quality teaching, and student learning and wellbeing at the heart of their decision making.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.
It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.
Living and working in Qatar
Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Doha is preparing to host the Football World Cup in 2022 with new stadiums already completed and others still under construction. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present.
Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be submitted to the Executive Principal, Mr. I Temple at recruitment@orbitaled.com
Closing date: 31st January 2022
Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of January 2022. If you have not heard from us before 28th February 2022, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.
How to apply:
Admissions Manager
United School International, The Pearl, Doha
- Package: Competitive
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Contract Term: Fixed Term - Renewable
- Start Date: February 2022
Are you an experienced, flexible and competent individual with admissions/sales experience and exceptional interpersonal skills, seeking a challenging new opportunity? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join United School International, as Admissions Manager.
The Opportunity This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced individual to support and manage the Admissions Department at our newly founded school. A start date from February 2022 is preferred, although some flexibility on start date may be possible dependent upon candidate availability.
United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Our world-class educational facility with a clear vision of academic excellence, is located in the heart of the prestigious development ‘The Pearl’. The school can accommodate up to 2,600 students between 3 to 18 years and is expected to incrementally build up to capacity within the first few years of opening.
The Admissions Manager support all stages of the student admissions process, from first enquiry through to successful enrolment. They will be accountable for delivering high operational standards and excellent customer service at every stage, acting as a brand ambassador for the school.
You will be responsible for driving conversion of enquiries and leads which meet student roll targets, building upon successful campaigns and events which develop strong relationships and rapport with parents and the wider community. An attractive salary is offered for the right person, that includes a bonus based on target student numbers.
About the Person The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a school or similar sales funnel / admissions environment. Whilst prior experience within a school would be desirable and knowledge of the management of schools is useful, a willingness to learn about this specialist field is more important.
You should be capable of using school systems to manage the complete admission process for parents, from lead enquiry to entry into the school. They should be comfortable working with standard operating procedures and ensure these processes for admissions and retention are implemented and followed.
Proactivity, ambition and energy will be key to this role, as will be personal warmth, emotional intelligence and an ability to inspire confidence and respect.
As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from strong speakers of English will be preferred.
For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.
About the School
United School International https://unitedschool.qa/ is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city and is a rapidly growing and exciting place to live and work.
The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.
It is the result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.
Living and working in Qatar
Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Doha is preparing to host the Football World Cup in 2022 with new stadiums already completed and others still under construction. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present.
Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.
Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School
Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:
1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.
Application Process
If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.
Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps.
Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be submitted to Ms. A Arnold c/o recruitment@orbitaled.com
Closing date: 6th February 2022
Although interviews will commence on a rolling basis, and the advert may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are therefore encouraged to avoid disappointment
If you have not heard from us before 15th February 2022 you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence
