Primary Deputy Head Pastoral, New Cairo British International School, Egypt Senior Leadership Team

This school is based in Cairo, Egypt and is looking for a Primary Deputy Head Pastoral

NCBIS is committed to recruiting the very highest calibre staff to contribute to the ongoing development of the school and to fulfil its mission and vision. We understand that making the move to an international setting is a dauting and sometimes overwhelming decision. However, at NCBIS we make that process transparent and we support our new recruits every step of the way. We offer a workplace that values a proactive approach to education and a real commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing. We offer a comprehensive programme of professional development and have created a coaching and mentoring culture within the school. This presentation reflects the reasons to consider Egypt and NCBIS as your next career move and we look forward to welcoming to our community.

NCBIS is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. In accordance with KCSiE 2023 and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation, appointed candidates from the United Kingdom are required to provide and before travel arrangements are confirmed a signed criminal record, self-declaration form, original birth certificate, an International Child Protection Certificate and full police clearance from prior countries of residence for the last 8 years.

Description

• To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to vulnerable children in relation to the role.
• To be the Primary School Designated Safeguarding Lead (whole school DDSL)
• To support the Whole School DSL to ensure that all employees complete child protection training and read all related safeguarding documents
• To ensure that all staff understand their role in safeguarding and child protection
• To advise on Safer Recruitment procedures
• To carry out the DSL safeguarding induction for all new primary staff
• To act upon concerns and keep the CPOMS Platform updated

Requirements

• Have an accredited DSL Level 3 qualification
• Have excellent knowledge and understanding of the English National Curriculum and of the Foundation Stage curriculum
• Have knowledge of the Primary Years Programme
• Thorough knowledge of current educational issues relating to wellbeing and pastoral care in schools