Attractive international package.

Full Time, Fixed Term

ASAP

16 November 2024

Are you a passionate, adaptable and dedicated primary school teacher looking to make a positive impact on young lives?
We are seeking a talented, flexible and enthusiastic Primary School Teacher to join our friendly and supportive team. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality education and creating a stimulating learning environment for our pupils.
This role offers the opportunity to:

• Make a real difference in the lives of our pupils
• Immerse yourself in the rich culture, and the stunning natural beauty, of Ecuador
• Work in a supportive and collaborative learning environment with like-minded colleagues and supportive parents

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver an adapted English Primary National Curriculum
• Create engaging and stimulating lessons that foster a love of learning in all our pupils
• Collaborate with a range of colleagues to support pupil success
• Contribute to the continued development of our primary provision

About BSQ:

• The only Bi National British School in Ecuador accredited by CIS, NEAS, IBO Cambridge
• A COBIS teaching school
• Working toward BSO accreditation
• Offers an adapted English national curriculum blended with elements of Ecuadorian curriculum, with strong links to the local culture
• Located in the beautiful Cumbaya Valley, close to the airport
• Provides a stunning small campus with a stimulating learning environment and modern facilities
• Small classes, TA support, on site doctor, and an on site educational psychologist
• Teach on average 32 periods of a 40 period week

Requirements:

• Relevant Bachelors degree from a reputable university
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a PGCE, BEd, or similar qualification (from the UK preferred)
• English as a first language or at C2 level.
• This post is open to Early Career Teachers.

Benefits of Working at BSQ:

• Be part of the expanding Orbital Education network of international schools
• Collaborate with colleagues and pupils on a global scale via our orbital network
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Potential for career advancement within the orbital group
• Experience the beauty and charm of Quito and Ecuador in general
• Initial 2 year contract
• Annual flights home
• An attractive international teachers package
• Delightful children and supportive families

How to Apply:

• Submit your application through TES quick application
• Clearly state your experience and interest in specific year groups
• Include references and complete employment history

Safeguarding Children and Young People
The British School Quito prioritizes the safety and well-being of all pupils. To uphold this commitment, we follow strict safer recruitment procedures. We will conduct thorough background checks on all new appointments. These include:

• A full working history since leaving school, with all breaks in employment fully accounted for.
• A police check (ACRO), this must be apostilled (legalized by the British government)
• Original and notarized copies of your qualifications
• Two professional references, one of which must come from your current or most recent employer

The British School Quito is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Working in Quito, Ecuador gives colleagues an amazing opportunity to immerse themselves into the culture, with the natural wonders of the Amazon and Galápagos on their doorstep.
The British School Quito is an international quality, English language, British curriculum school with Ecuadorian Social Studies and Spanish as core subjects. The school has over 330 students from ages 3-18.
There is a full time bilingual assistant assigned to each Early Years and Primary class. Learning Assistance and ESL programs are available. Students in the primary school follow the UK National Curriculum core enriched with Ecuadorian and global content. Students in the secondary school follow the KS3 National Curriculum, IGCSE programs of study in years 10-11 and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in years 12-13.
We are an IB World School, accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. We are licensed and accredited by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Education.