King's College School Cascais
Cascais, Portugal
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
27 September 2024
Job overview
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 100 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 80,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In over 24 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
ROLE SUMMARY:
King's College School, Cascais is one of the recent additions to the Inspired Group. The College is currently open to Year 9 and will be opening Year 10 next year. Pupils primarily study the Cambridge International curriculum but will be offering IGCSEs from other examination boards as well. When Year 12 opens in September 2026, the school will be running the International Baccalaureate.
The College has fast established a reputation for excellence in Portugal and is set to become one of the most highly prized education schools not only in Portugal but beyond. Its location in one of the most prized districts in Portugal together with its unrivalled facilities and outstanding staff has led to its remarkable growth in its student roll to 704 students this year (a growth of 55% from the previous year).
The College will launch its new boarding provision in 2024. Facilities include provision for up to 50 pupils, all situated within the College walls on a campus above the main secondary building with stunning views of the Sintra mountains and the Atlantic coast. Boarders and boarding staff will have access to the school facilities including a 25m swimming pool, tennis and padel courts, gyms, basketball courts, dance and music facilities and 5G astroturf for multiple sports including football and rugby.
This is an exciting time to join the team as we are designing our growth roadmap and new staff will be able to actively participate in this project.
While this is an organisation committed to academic excellence, we believe that this is only possible if we are also committed to the personal and professional growth of our staff.
We are interested in applications from Teachers of English who are interested in working with us, either as a cover teacher initially, or a longer-term, full time contract. The school is fast expanding, having grown from c400 pupils to c.900 in two years and we are anticipating similar growth in coming years. Our preferred candidate would have experience teaching a UK-style GCSE, and A-level or IB curriculum. Please note, we are not looking for teachers of English as an Additional Language at this time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge, and the ability to make the subject come alive with inspirational and interactive lessons which challenge and support all pupils to secure the best possible outcomes. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and well-qualified Teacher to join us and bring fresh ideas and perspectives.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
University degree in appropriate subject.
Excellent subject knowledge, ensuring good progress for all students.
A vision for what outstanding teaching and learning looks like.
Excellent organisational skills.
Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback.
A positive attitude and approach to change and development.
Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare.
Confidence with use of ICT in teaching.
A continuous improvement mindset.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
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To apply for this role, please click the link below:
https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3485/
About King's College School Cascais
King's College School, Cascais comes with a 50-year heritage of academic excellence instilled from the King's College schools group, one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the world.
King's College School is an international school offering a truly global education and is the only school in Lisbon to offer the full world-renowned Cambridge curriculum up until Year 11 (age 16) and then culminate with the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme in Years 12 & 13 (age 16-18).
The school offers the highest quality modern facilities, ensuring that students benefit from a learning environment that has been designed for how students learn in the modern day. Facilities include football pitches, tennis courts, padel courts as well as dance, drama, and art studios.
King's College School joins other King's Group schools in Spain, Panama, Latvia and soon The Bahamas and Egypt. King's Group schools have provided children with a rigorous and broad British and international education since 1969 with a focus on developing thoughtful and knowledgeable young people.
The King's belief that child-centred, exploratory learning teaches students to think, question and explore new ideas, complements Inspired's forward-thinking learning approach.
The Inspired learning approach
Our approach is defined by supportive academic excellence and the exploration of life skills to develop students' self-confidence and self-assurance.
We do this by delivering a focus on the individual and offering a broad curriculum based on the three pillars. Academics are at the centre of our approach but are also complemented equally by Performing Arts and Sport.
Build a career with Inspired Education
Inspired schools remain anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations, and collectively, they form an international community that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
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