Music Teachers - Al Hamra Campus - Required for August 2024

Location

Saudi Arabia | United Kingdom

Job description

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). BISR is also a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). The school follows the English curriculum, greatly enriched by the local and international context. Learning is holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being. 

Due to expansion at the school, and an ever increasing focus on music, we are seeking numerous experienced instrumental / vocal teachers to join our growing team in a lively and dynamic Music Department. BISR is in the unique position of being able to offer an excellent package for instrumental teachers, due to our multiple campuses within close proximity. We also offer hybrid roles, combining classroom and instrumental teaching, for those experienced in classroom delivery.

The instrumental teachers are full time members of staff and contribute to all aspects of musical life in the school. BISR is the regional centre for ABRSM and RSL examinations. The successful candidates will be highly motivated to develop opportunities for our students to experience high quality tuition, performances, ensembles and acquire benchmarked qualifications.

Candidates with all combinations of instruments are welcome to apply.

Full is available here: Class Teacher - Subject Teacher

The successful candidates will:

• Be innovative, creative, enthusiastic, highly motivated and learning focused, with a strong track record of examination success with International Music Boards.
• Be able to demonstrate a high level of skill on their first and second instruments.
• Be committed to development of high-quality learning experiences underpinned by a clear understanding of how learning is developed, where students are motivated and equipped to become life-long learners.
• Demonstrate a passion for learning, be a reflective practitioner, showing a strong commitment to development of outstanding classroom practice.
• Use high quality assessment and feedback strategies to ensure students make good progress with their learning.
• Ensure students flourish by creating a positive climate for learning, supporting the holistic development of each student, with a strong emphasis on well-being in an intercultural context.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and a good sense of humour, effectively collaborating within a range of teams.
• Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.
• Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co-curricular programme and community events.
• Have a UK or UK recognised teaching qualification or a Music degree with the intention to acquire a teaching qualification.

We can offer:

• Highly motivated and engaged students
• A school with a strong sense of community
• A learning focused school committed to staff development
• Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and co-curricular programmes

To apply, please follow the link: and provide a supporting statement of application following our Guidelines .  

Closing date for all applications: Friday 31 May 2024

BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people.  All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.

The school reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable candidate is identified

For more information about the school please visit our website:

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