EYFS (Reception) Teacher - Maternity Cover

Founded in 1970, Campion is dedicated to offering a high-quality education for children aged three to eighteen, nurturing their academic abilities alongside their engagement in sports and the performing arts. The school aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are responsible global citizens of good character. Campion's goal is to prepare students for higher education in the UK, North America, and beyond. The most recent inspection by ISI rated Campion as excellent in all areas.

We are currently looking for a maternity cover for the remainder of the academic year, commencing in March 2025, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will teach a class of around 16 students in the Junior School and should ideally have experience in either a British or international school setting.

Campion values the ongoing professional development of its staff and offers relevant training opportunities to successful candidates.

We are searching for candidates who possess the following:

- A qualified class teacher.
- A strong commitment to support, inspire, and engage all students.
- A proven track record in the EYFS setting, along with solid theoretical and practical knowledge of phonics.
- The skill to foster a learning environment that cultivates resilience, confidence, and independence among all pupils.
- A patient, empathetic demeanor towards children and their families.
- A collaborative team player capable of engaging with parents, colleagues at all levels, and other professionals.
- Flexibility and the ability to work independently.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Competence in e-learning and IT.
- Proficiency in English (essential) and Greek (desirable).
- A diligent professional focused on delivering consistently high-quality work.
- Resilience and a positive outlook: someone willing to go the extra mile in the bustling school environment.
- A sense of humor.

For more details regarding the vacancy, please visit the school’s website at www.campion.edu.gr/employment/. To apply, complete the application form and send it addressed to the Headmaster, Michael Henderson, at headmaster@campion.edu.gr. Applications are due by Sunday, January 26, 2024. Interviews will be conducted soon after. However, we reserve the right to interview candidates before the application deadline and to close the position early if suitable candidates are found. Therefore, we encourage prospective applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Additional information about the school can be found at www.campion.edu.gr.

Important notes:

For Greek Applicants - You must possess a relevant degree and have completed the registry for teachers of private schools (Epetirida) or hold the qualifications to do so. International qualifications are not recognized as qualified teacher status for Greek candidates in Greece.

For International Applicants - Your qualifications must align with the country of your passport. You must also have a relevant teaching qualification (QTS) from the country of your passport. Please note that the iPGCE is not currently recognized in Greece. We can support ECT training for British applicants.

Campion School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be prepared to undergo child protection screening relevant to the position, including checks with previous employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK), and/or the International Child Protection Certificate (and equivalent checks in other countries).