Year 1 Teacher – Fixed Term

The British International School of Stockholm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to relevant police checks, the receipt of satisfactory references and the production of relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The successful candidate must also be willing to undergo child protection training appropriate to the post.
At the British International School of Stockholm, Year 1 learning is child-centred and grounded in play-based approaches. Learning happens both indoors and outdoors in all weathers, including weekly Forest School sessions at the nearby Altorp forest. We are looking to appoint an experienced Early Years or Year 1 teacher who is committed to, and will help us to further develop this approach.

Applicants should:
● be a fully qualified teacher (UK BEd/BA QTS or PGCE with relevant degree, or hold the equivalent recognised teaching qualifications from other countries)
● hold Qualified Teacher Status, or the equivalent
● be a fluent English speaker
● be learning focused

The successful candidates will also:
● have proven experience of teaching and learning in Early Years or Year 1
● have the ability to demonstrate and willingness to share outstanding practice
● demonstrate creative and enthusiastic approaches both in and out of the classroom
● be a reflective practitioner and embrace opportunities for continuous professional learning
To apply
All applications should be submitted online via TES, taking particular care to fully complete all sections as instructed. Please include a letter of application in the Supporting Statement section. Please note that a CV will not be accepted in place of the online application form but can be submitted as an attachment.