Computer Science Teacher
About This Role
Contact Penny Kontopyrghou, Senior Business Director, if you have any inquiries about the school or location, or send your questions and CV via email to penny.kontopyrghou@hays.com.
The Falkland Islands Community School is a comprehensive institution that offers secondary education to all students (230) aged 11-16 in the Falkland Islands. Our mission is to ensure that every student is supported to achieve their full potential, leaving as well-rounded, curious, and happy individuals equipped with the knowledge, skills, and qualifications for their next life stage. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.
We are currently looking to hire a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Computer Science who holds high expectations for student achievement.
This position is set to begin in August/September. The successful candidate will become part of a well-resourced school with a supportive team, small class sizes, and eager learners.
The school's standards are on an upward trend, with a strong emphasis on professional development for staff, focusing on teaching and learning, alongside clear curriculum and reporting frameworks. The school consistently achieves results that surpass the national average in England.
We are looking for a Teacher of Computer Science who:
- Is a graduate teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (recognized in the UK), has completed their ECF induction, and possesses three years of experience teaching Computer Science, including GCSE.
- Is dedicated to teaching and learning, facilitating high levels of student progress in a positive and effective environment.
- Can contribute to the pastoral life and extracurricular activities of the school.
The Package includes:
- A dynamic and supportive work environment with enthusiastic students eager to learn.
- A salary of up to £45,244 for teachers with over 5 years of experience.
- Eligibility for a 25% gratuity upon successful completion of contracts lasting between 2-4 years.
- Favorable income tax rates.
- Airfare for the post holder and dependents at the beginning and end of the contract, as well as return airfare after each full year of service.
- Smaller class sizes and reduced contact time compared to schools in the UK.
- A relocation grant.
- Affordable utility costs and subsidized rental accommodation.
- Free general medical care and prescriptions.
- Free local education for dependent children up to GCSE level, with possible allowances for overseas studies thereafter.
- Fixed-term contracts of either 2, 3, or 4 years.
- Comprehensive information regarding life in the Falkland Islands.
- A unique and picturesque setting to live and work.
For more information, please visit our School Website: https://www.secondary.ac.fk/
Applicants can download the job description and application form and apply via the WhatSchool platform. Additional details regarding an interview task, a pupil panel, and opportunities to share video clips of teaching practice will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Contact Penny Kontopyrghou, Senior Business Director, when applying or if you have questions about the school or location, or email penny.kontopyrghou@hays.com.
We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, and applications must include a completed application form; those submitted with only a CV will not be considered.