A prestigious International School in Portugal is seeking to appoint a Head of Humanities with a Business specialism for an immediate or January start in 2025.The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and experience, with the ability to make the subject come alive through inspirational and interactive lessons that challenge and support all pupils to secure the best possible outcomes. Candidates with experience teaching Business, Economics, History, and Geography are preferred.Secondary students study IGCSE up to Year 10, and in the final phase of high school, the IB programme is studied in Years 11 and 12. Minimum Requirements: University degree in an appropriate subject, PGCE and QTS or equivalent teacher qualification. Excellent subject knowledge, ensuring good progress for all students. A vision for what outstanding teaching and learning looks like. Excellent organizational skills. Confidence using ICT. A continuous improvement mindset. Role Summary: This International School is a top-tier institution that aims to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. 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 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.All staff are actively involved in the pastoral life of the school. The role will also offer the opportunity for contribution to co-curricular clubs and enrichment. This International School focuses on the mind and heart of its students and staff. Students will leave our school prepared for academic excellence, proficient in more than one language, and comfortable exploring their own academic curiosity through research and exploration. Students will make lifelong friends and learn about the importance of service within their neighborhood and the world. Practicing values of academic excellence and personal growth will guide our students to live productive and happy lives. This role oversees the following IB Diploma "Individuals and Societies" subjects: Business, Economics, History, Geography, and Psychology, as well as IGCSE Geography, Business, Global Perspectives, and KS3 Geography and History. Applicants with the ability to teach the following subjects are preferred: Business, Economics, History, Geography. Remuneration: Competitive salary and flights. APPLY for this Position: Contact for further information. For Prospective Candidates: Compass is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Candidates will be subject to a range of satisfactory referencing, background checks, and suitable police checks.Due to the high number of applications we receive for many vacancies, only those candidates that have been shortlisted will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr
