Secondary Teacher of ICT & Computing

Job type

Full-time Contract

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Full job description

Competitive Tax-Free Salary Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Apply by: 31 January 2025

Job overview

The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is hoping to connect with passionate education professionals who are ready to advance their careers and make a positive impact on our amazing students. We are seeking qualified and committed teachers to join the school in September 2025. Applicants must be fluent English speaking graduates who hold a UK Department for Education teacher reference number or equivalent non-UK qualifications, or be in their final year of training. As an accredited British School Overseas (BSO), BSK is held to the highest standards of British education, meaning that you’ll be working in an internationally recognised environment that is committed to excellence.

Why choose our School?

BSK is an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching. The quality of students, teachers, and resources, combined with progressive curriculum planning, extensive extracurricular activities, and continuing professional development, provide opportunities that very few schools can match. For Early Career Teachers (ECTs), we are proud to be able to offer the chance to complete your induction whilst teaching abroad. This is a rare opportunity that allows you to fully qualify as a teacher whilst gaining international experience. In partnership with our Appropriate Body in the United Kingdom, we offer structured support and strong mentorship, whereby you'll develop essential skills to advance in your career whilst working in an inspiring, multicultural setting.

Working with Us

At BSK, we believe that our staff are the heart of our community. We know that the dedication and passion of our teachers and support teams are key to our students' success. That's why we are committed to providing a supportive, dynamic work environment where each team member can thrive and grow. We pride ourselves on offering a wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including partnerships with local and national educational organisations. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, expand your qualifications, or explore leadership opportunities, we provide access to resources and networks that can help you progress in your career.

Career Progression

All teachers at BSK are adventurous, capable, and ambitious, and whilst the average length of stay has been increasing, there remain frequent opportunities for colleagues to apply for positions of extra responsibility within the school. Though BSK demands the highest standards of professionalism from its staff, it remains an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching. In addition to the career benefits, teaching overseas opens doors to an incredibly enriching lifestyle. You’ll have the opportunity to save money, explore new countries, and experience life from a global perspective. This adventure allows you to travel the world, immerse yourself in new cultures, and bring fresh insights into your teaching practices.

About The British School of Kuwait (BSK)

Building 214, Street 1, Block 1, PO Box 26922, Salwa, Safat 13130, Kuwait +965 562 1701

Context

The British School of Kuwait (BSK) traces its origins to 1978 when Madam Vera Al-Mutawa MBE and Mr. Sadiq Al-Mutawa established a small kindergarten which became known as The Sunshine School. Steady growth took place through the 1980s and, having recovered from the disruption of the 1990 invasion of Kuwait, by 1992 the school accommodated 550 Kindergarten and Primary age students. The decision having been made to serve the community at both Primary and Secondary levels, a move to the present site in Salwa took place and in September 1993, newly renamed, The British School of Kuwait opened to 900 students. BSK currently provides a quality British curriculum education to students from Reception to Year 13. Our students come from more than 70 countries and follow the National Curriculum of England through to GCSE, IGCSE, AS, and A Level qualifications. The school provides a structured, caring, and happy environment for learning with excellent resourcing and a qualified, highly-trained, and well-motivated staff.

BSO Accreditation

Our school has been inspected by teams from Penta International, an inspectorate approved by the UK Department for Education (DfE) to inspect British international schools. British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation is a voluntary inspection system, monitored by the UK Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) which informs parents of students in British international schools how well the standards in these schools measure up against the standards that apply to independent schools within Britain. In March 2013, March 2016, May 2017, and again in March 2023, BSK was awarded British School Overseas (BSO) status, enabling the school to mentor Early Career Teachers through their induction years. The latest BSO inspection report has been published on the UK Department for Education website and can be viewed here. BSK is a founding member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME) and a founding member of British Schools Overseas (BSO). The school is committed to Continuing Professional Development for all members of staff.

Mission

The mission of The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is to provide its students with the Best of British Education, an education that is rigorous, rounded, and relevant.

Values

We are rigorous in setting and ensuring the achievement of high standards in all areas. Our hard-working students benefit from a rigorous approach to the optimisation of their academic and pastoral progress and are ambitious in the pursuit of the highest standards in their academic attainment and progress, attitudes to learning, personal and social development, and extracurricular pursuits. Our dedicated teachers are rigorous in the planning and preparation of their teaching, in the assessment of their students’ work, and in their reporting to parents. They are supported in their pursuit of excellence through a robust system of performance management and professional development. We have long demonstrated a commitment to the breadth and balance that underpins the British education system. With respect to the curriculum, as well as teaching English and Arabic, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Sciences, Geography, History, Modern Languages, and PSHE, BSK also stresses the importance of disciplines such as Music, Drama, Art, and Physical Education. Our extensive extracurricular program also ensures that our students have access to a wide range of enriching opportunities outside of the classroom.

Aims

Our curriculum is based upon a clear set of aims which reflects our mission and values:

• to develop self-awareness, a positive self-image, and the confidence to take advantage of opportunities to develop their own talents and personalities in order to live as independent and self-motivated members of the community
• to develop lively enquiring minds, including the ability to question and argue rationally and to approach the solution of problems in an imaginative and methodical way
• to develop the skills necessary to work confidently and sensitively in collaboration with others
• to acquire the knowledge, skills, and understanding relevant to adult life and employment in a fast-changing world
• to be able to comprehend information sensitively and communicate effectively
• to acquire a reasoned set of attitudes and to be able to respect other backgrounds and lifestyles
• to recognise, evaluate and learn from human achievement and aspirations
• to acquire an understanding of social, economic, political, scientific, and technological issues, and the interdependence of individuals, groups, and nations
• to appreciate a variety of aesthetic, creative, and imaginative forms and to express themselves creatively
• to promote their own health, development, and wellbeing
• to heighten their awareness and understanding of the environment and environmental issues and to encourage a sense of personal responsibility for environmental stewardship on local, regional, and global scales

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