Army - Defence Children Services (DCS) Class Teacher, Queen Berengaria Primary School, Cyprus

Job summary

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic Class Teacher, who can promote and develop an ethos, culture and educational provision which empowers all to thrive.� If so, then this role may be for you.

Queen Berengaria School opened in January 2023 and is an amalgamation of two primary schools. We are located in Dhekelia, serving two communities and with a diverse population of Army, Navy, RAF and Civilian families. FS2 � Year 6 children are educated in the main school building in Dhekelia, whilst our FS1 children are educated in the Early Years Settings located in Ayios Nikolaos and Dhekelia.

Children are at the heart of all we do and in QBS, we pride ourselves in creating a culture which allows all to flourish and achieve. We aim to �Dream, Believe, Achieve � Together� and have an experienced staff team who have supported our Service Families for many years. Despite being a relatively new school, we are well-regarded in the local community.

We are looking for a dynamic, inspirational, caring and excellent Class Teacher, for whom our values and ethos resonate, to become part of our team.

QBS offers an English education, drawing on our host nation�s culture, to children between 3 and 11 years of age. Numbers on roll vary with assignments and usually we have approximately 300 children. Classes are structured in single year groups with 2-form entry.

The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants. Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. As such using data to aid understanding of our workforce is vital.

This position is advertised as a full time Class Teacher�

This is an established MoD post within Cyprus and any Cypriot National will not be eligible to apply as a UKBC (UK British Civil Servant).�

Job description

Teaching responsibilities include:

To be responsible for learning and achievement of all students in your classes, ensuring equal opportunity for all

To raise standards of students� attainment and progress within teaching groups and to supervise and support student progress in line with expectations of the school

To accurately supervise the progress and achievements of students within teaching groups and provide feedback to enable them to progress at least in line with expectations

To be accountable for student progress and development within teaching groups against targets set by the school

To provide support and intervention for students at risk of underachieving

To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the school team

To contribute to the development of a curriculum area or areas and subject specific resources

To treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing accurate boundaries appropriate to a teacher�s professional position

To work proactively and effectively in partnerships with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils

To act within the statutory framework, which sets out professional duties and responsibilities and in line with the duties outlined on the current School Teachers Pay and Condition Document and Teacher Standards

To take ownership for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within school

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Person specification

Qualifications

The successful candidate is expected to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful completion of induction.

Evidence of qualification will be required at interview. All qualifications declared must be held at point of application and if applicable be in date.

Candidates are required to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:

Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

Plan and teach well-structured lessons

Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils

Make accurate and productive use of assessment

Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

Qualifications

It is essential to hold Qualified Teacher Status as defined by the Department for Education.
Evidence of qualification will be required at interview.

All qualifications/licences declared must be held at point of application and if applicable be in date.Equivalent Qualifications will not be accepted.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Changing and Improving

Leadership

Working Together

Benefits

We are passionate about delivering extraordinary things for our people. We employ people who challenge and guide each other, working within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills and experience. Some of the many benefits you will receive include

Learning & Development opportunities for professional & personal development of skillsA culture encouraging inclusion & diversityMedical & dental supportSuperannuation is in accordance with the Teachers Pension SchemeA paid annual return flight to the UK is also provided for each family member after completing 12 months in postAccommodation is free for the first 5 years of your MOD employment overseas with subsidised utilities. Thereafter a reasonable modest rent is payableThe post offers full relocation allowances subject to eligibilityCost of Living Overseas Allowance (COLA) is payable based on personal circumstances and marital status

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This post offers full relocation allowances subject to availability. Cost of Living Overseas Allowances is payable based on personal circumstances and marital status.�

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.�

In line with the TACOs for this post, accommodation is free for the first five years of your MOD employment overseas with subsidised utilities. Thereafter, rent and utilities are payable. Please note if you have previously worked overseas for the MOD and have been in recipient of free rent and utilities then that period will be deducted from your five-year allowance.�

This is an established MoD post within Cyprus and any Cypriot National will not be eligible to apply as a UKBC.�