Primary Teacher 1º Ciclo (Bilingual Curriculum) Local Hire

Job overview
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and qualified Class Teacher to join our enthusiastic team within the Portuguese Bilingual Curriculum.

About St. Julian's School
Established in 1932, we are a prominent, non-selective 3-18 British international school known for our academic success. Currently, we serve over 1,200 students from more than 60 nationalities. The school comprises three sections: Primary, Secondary, and Portuguese. Our Primary Section accommodates 480 students, organized into three classes per year. The leadership team consists of the Head, Bursar, principals for each section, as well as the Directors of Technology, Student Support, and Professional Learning. The Primary Section has its own leadership team, which includes two Deputy Principals.

We primarily adhere to the National Curriculum for England, which leads to IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme.

Our entire school utilizes Google Apps for Education as a platform for learning and administration, and all teaching staff are provided with their own MacBook Air.

Since 1998, we have been accredited by CIS (Council of International Schools) and NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges), and we are an Accredited Member of COBIS. Additionally, our Head is an International Member of HMC (Heads' Conference).

The school is conveniently located within walking distance of Carcavelos train station, offering direct access to both central Lisbon and Cascais.

Teacher job description
Core purpose
To support student learning and foster the effective development of all individuals within our educational community. Our learning philosophy is centered on creating an environment where both students and teachers are engaged and challenged, while parents feel confident and excited about the opportunities we offer to help our students cultivate the qualities necessary to become compassionate, curious, collaborative communicators, embodying the courage to be active citizens in the world.

Learning
• To facilitate student learning in one or more specific subject areas.
• To mentor and assist students in their educational journey.
• To implement a personalized learning approach that enables each child to thrive, recognizing the diverse learning capacities of our students.
• To develop necessary interventions both in and outside the classroom when a child is not making anticipated progress.
• To plan well-structured lesson sequences that bolster student learning.
• To create ongoing assessments that enhance student progress.
• To employ a variety of teaching strategies fundamental to our pedagogy that stimulate learning and inspire students.
• To incorporate technology to augment the learning experience.
• To stay abreast of developments in subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches.

Wellbeing
• To collaborate with tutors and pastoral leaders to prioritize student wellbeing.
• To work with Safeguarding leads and complete referral forms when a child is identified as at risk.
• To promote intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among all students.

Professional growth
• To identify areas for personal growth each year and commit to professional development in those areas.
• To visit other classrooms to facilitate the sharing of effective practices.
• To welcome peers into your classroom for collaborative sharing of best practices.
• To actively engage in professional development opportunities both within and outside the school.
• To initiate and pursue opportunities to enhance one's teaching practices related to essential learning.
• To share insights from professional development with colleagues.

Teamwork
• To work collaboratively as part of a team to develop sequences of learning.
• To assist colleagues in their professional growth and development.

Personal strengths
• Exhibits empathy and understanding of the varied learning capacities of students, tailoring lessons accordingly.
• Fosters intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among students.
• Utilizes diverse teaching strategies central to our pedagogical approach, including project-based learning, collaborative methods, interdisciplinary techniques, discussion, reflection, and effective instructional practices.
• Integrates technology to enhance teaching and learning, promoting research and media literacy, facilitating collaboration, and reinforcing digital citizenship among students.
• Expects honesty from students in their academic pursuits and respect in their interpersonal interactions.
• Demonstrates confidence in subject knowledge and is familiar with contemporary educational methodologies.
• Encourages students to take ownership of their learning by guiding them in reflective practices. Sets high standards that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
• Creates opportunities for student voices to be heard by fostering a culture of risk-taking, divergent thinking, and innovation.
• Contributes significantly to the pastoral life of the school.
• Plays an important role in the broader curriculum of the school.

Person specification
Essentials
• Possess a degree and a recognized teaching qualification.
• Show a commitment to the broader life of the school.

Benefits
We offer:
• A competitive salary
• Life insurance
• Health insurance, with discounted rates for family members
• Lunch allowance

Application process
Interested candidates should address applications to the Head, Paul Morgan, and submit them through the TES portal. The deadline for applications is Friday, 10 April. Please include two references, with one being from the head/principal of your current institution. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be conducted before the closing date.

Safeguarding
St. Julian’s School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment offers are contingent upon receiving satisfactory references, verification of relevant qualifications, identification checks, and criminal record screening, including overseas checks where applicable.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion
St. Julian’s School is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is a fundamental value at St. Julian’s. We are devoted to cultivating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students and staff. We believe that each member of our team enriches our community by providing diverse perspectives on understanding and engaging with the world, identifying challenges, and discovering, designing, and implementing solutions.