Secondary Teacher - Computer Science and Maths SGB

Internationalschools; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ISP is seeking a dynamic and inspirational teacher of Computer Science and Maths for Key Stage 3 through to Sixth Form. You will plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons, and promote practical application of knowledge across a range of subjects to help students achieve their personal goals.

You will collaborate with colleagues to develop new learning initiatives, uphold safeguarding standards, and contribute to department improvement with a professional, flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a culture where students experience a positive and enriching learning experience within the faculty.
• Encourage high standards and expectations of behaviour from students by consistently implementing the school policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate analytical thinking to improve the quality of students' learning through using effective teaching techniques and the effective utilisation of resources and assessment.
• Contribute to the department and school improvement planning process and support and promote the educational priorities of the school.
• Contribute to the development and/or implementation of school policies
• Use the performance management process to advance student learning and enhance professional practice in line with the school's aspirations and priorities.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work which identify clear targets and success criteria for securing student outcomes.
• Provide accurate and detailed assessment of student progress and communicate this to the students and parents using the school assessments systems.
• To keep up-to-date with subject syllabus changes and to undertake development and training opportunities as appropriate.
• Effectively using homework and other extra-curricular learning opportunities to support progress.
• To communicate effectively as a form tutor or subject teacher, ensuring timely follow-up (48 hours) and effective resolution where appropriate.

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of Role

To be a dynamic and inspirational teacher of Computer Science and Maths with in-depth knowledge anda real passion for these subjects. Effective planning and the delivery of creative and dynamic lessonsfrom Key Stage 3 through to Sixth Form is paramount to promoting the application of your subjectknowledge through a wide range of engaging, practical activities. You should have experienceofteaching the exam syllabus for your subject at both GCSE and IB or equivalent and will strive tomaintain the high standards already set in this subject, promoting inquisitive, reflective andindependent learning and supporting all students to reach their own individual goals. You shouldbe a strong team player with a practical and flexible approach to problem solving, who is alsokeen to play a leading role in the continuing development and improvement of your subject andthe implementation of a range of new learning initiatives across the school.

As a secondary teacher, you will:

• Uphold public trust in school leadership and maintain high standards of ethics, behaviourand professional conduct.
• Build positive and respectful relationships across the school community.
• Serve in the best interests of the school’s students.

Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Contribute to a culture where students experience a positive and enriching learningexperience within the faculty.
• Encourage high standards and expectations of behaviour from students by consistentlyimplementing the school policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate analytical thinking to improve the quality of students' learning throughusing effective teaching techniques and the effective utilisation of resources andassessment.
• Contribute to the department and school improvement planning process and supportand promote the educational priorities of the school.
• Contribute to the development and/or implementation of school policies
• Use the performance management process to advance student learning and enhanceprofessional practice in line with the school's aspirations and priorities.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work which identify clear targets andsuccess criteria for securing student outcomes.
• Provide accurate and detailed assessment of student progress and communicate this tothe students and parents using the school assessments systems.
• To keep up-to-date with subject syllabus changes and to undertake development andtraining opportunities as appropriate.
• Effectively using homework and other extra-curricular learning opportunities to supportprogress.
• To communicate effectively as a form tutor or subject teacher, ensuring timely follow-up(48 hours) and effective resolution where appropriate.

Student Welfare and Safeguarding

• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for whom you areresponsible and with whom you come into contact.
• To maintain good order and discipline among students and safeguard their health andsafety both when they are on the school premises and when they are engaged inauthorised school activities elsewhere.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online search, reference and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students

Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.