Teacher of English

St Georgeʼs British International School is seeking an outstanding Teacher of English to join our team with immediate eff ect. The successful candidate will be able to teach across age levels, including at IGCSE and A-Level/IB. Experience of teaching Media Studies, or a related course, would be particularly advantageous. Please note that this is not an EAL position, and not suitable for those who only hold TEFL/TESOL qualifications. Duties and Responsibilities Teaching and Learning
* Engage and motivate pupils to strive for the highest performance
* Use tracking and monitoring to advance student learning
* Keep abreast of new curriculum thinking, teaching methods and examination syllabuses and implement the National Curriculum, IGCSE and A-Level/IB syllabuses as appropriate and according to the policies of the Department, in discussion with the Head of Department
* Maintain and implement school and department policies and adhere to protocols outlined in the departmental handbooks
* Be aware of, and comply with, all the School policies including those for marking and assessment, teaching and learning and reporting
* Develop and share schemes of work and resources
* Contribute to the departmentʼs development plan and promote the learning priorities of the schoolʼs Vision, Mission and Values
* Promote the wider aspirations and values of the school, the academic department and the IB Learner Profile Pastoral
* Demonstrate professional curiosity in relation to each student’s wellbeing and welfare, and foster the personal and social developments of each student in their care
* Actively promote the social, moral and cultural ethos of the school community
* Create an atmosphere of support by being aware of, and fully compliant with, all of the school’s pastoral policies
* Be familiar with all the school’s policies on Health and Safety and be proactive in ensuring the safety of all members of the school community at all times
* Promote exemplary behaviour and a responsible attitude amongst pupils
* Be aware of and act upon all policies regarding the safeguarding of children Professional
* Promote pride in the school among the pupil body through high standards of dress, behaviour and commitment
* Ensure that all communication is acted upon appropriately and in a timely manner
* Attend Parents’ Evenings, Assemblies and other school events after school during term time as the Head of School/Principal may, from time to time, require
* Be responsible for all school resources, particularly those in your care, reporting damage or loss to the appropriate authority within the school
* Contribute to the virtual learning environment, the website, social media and publications in support of your work
* Contribute to the school’s Self Evaluation and Strategic Plan
* Foster a close partnership with parents, initiating contact in appropriate circumstances and ensuring that there is a record of this
* Carry out any reasonable professional request made by the Principal, Vice Principal Junior Schools or Head of Junior School Personal Skills School Accolades Include
* Top 10 Private Schools in Europe, Spears Index (2025, 2024)
* Top 15 Schools in Europe: Schools Index by Carfax (2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
* Finalist, British International School of the Year, International Schools of the Year Awards (October 2024)
* Top 100 IB Schools in the World (Summer 2025 Examination Session)
* British School Overseas (BSO) Accredited Status (2024
- 2027)
* COBIS Accredited Member with Double Beacon Status (Learning & Teaching, Governance) (2023)
* Newcastle United Foundation Football School (the Club and Foundation’s first International School partner)
* ABRSM Partner Programme School (Second Worldwide International School Partner)
* Trinity Cultural Experience Badge (2025/2026)
* AFEC (Athlete Friendly Education Centre) School (one of just 40 worldwide)
* UAL Art & Design Foundation Diploma Accreditation (one of only four centres outside of the UK)
* AI in

Education:
Explorer Level 2026 (first European school to be certified) The successful candidate will be:
* An ambassador of St George’s at all times
* A role model in relation to the school’s core values of Internationalism, Inclusivity and Excellence
* Enthusiastic and passionate about education with a sound understanding of UK best practice
* Reliable and respectful in their dealings with all members of the school community
* Flexible and adaptable to the varied demands of working in a world-class school environment
* Proactive in all aspects of school life
* Able to work both independently and collaboratively
* Creative and innovative across and beyond the curriculum
* Able to work successfully under pressure, with excellent organisational skills
* Reliable and respectful
* Able to demonstrate a positive and proactive attitude towards participation in professional development and the school’s induction and professional review processes
* Able to present a professional image in line