Senior School Science Teacher (Expat Contract)

General

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well-qualified, ambitious and dedicated Science teacher to teach across the senior school age range from Form 1 to Upper Sixth (Y7 to 13).  Experience of teaching IB diploma is preferable but not essential for this role. Our exceptional science facilities reflect our dedication to excellence in science teaching and learning. 

An in-house scheme that follows the UK National Curriculum science is taught in forms 1 and 2 (Y7 and 8) and pupils begin their IGCSE studies in Form 3 (Y9) where they are taught as separate sciences. Science is an exceptionally strong subject in the school, offering IGCSE and IB, with pupils routinely achieving outstanding results in both.  Candidates should have experience of teaching general science at KS3 and a specialist science at GCSE/IGCSE and advanced level, such as A-Level or IB. A specialism in teaching Biology is preferred but not required. The ability to teach an additional subject would be an advantage. All teaching must be done in English. 

Start is expected to be August 2026.

About us:

St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

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More details about the school can be found at www.stpauls.br.

Expectations:

• Creating, reviewing and reflecting on lessons and learning activities that are appropriate to a range of learning styles and pupil abilities. 

• Provoking and developing a pupil’s sense of curiosity and wonder about the world. 

• Collaborating within the department to review and update schemes of work and lesson resources as required by the Head of Department 

• Ensuring a safe, stimulating, ordered and supportive environment for learning. 

• Giving ethical direction and pastoral care. 

• Being a team player – supporting the work of other colleagues by participating in meetings, covering absent teachers, duties, etc. 

• Reporting on pupil progress, orally and in writing, as may be required by school procedure. 

Benefits

For expatriates the package is a two-year (renewable) contract that includes: housing allowance; furnishing allowance; grocery allowance; return flights (at the start and end of each contract); luggage allowances (inbound and return); visa expenses covered; opt-in private pension scheme; high-interest savings scheme, healthcare and dental plan, on-site lunch and a UK-sterling salary allowance, accommodation in walking-distance apartment.

Living in Brazil and in São Paulo city

“It only took a matter of months for me to fall in love with Brazil: the warmth of its people; their optimism and zest for life; their willingness to help strangers and their ever-readiness for a party! This, against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, incredible wildlife and some of the best beaches I have ever seen make Brazil an unrivalled country to call home away from home. More locally, São Paulo is an elating metropolis to live in: I love how diverse it is demographically; how green and leafy it is; the excellent arts and culture options; the food offering is second-to-none and the nightlife is awesome. In all, São Paulo (and Brazil) are the best places to live if you value good people, fun, quality of life and heady adventure.” - Mr Jonathan Tarrant, Second in the English Department in Senior School.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles and exposure), an overseas check if appropriate and a pre-placement medical assessment. Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

Our successful candidate will:

• have recognised, necessary educational qualifications (e.g., PGCE from the UK, Qualified Teacher Status). 

• understand how pupils learn and have a strong pedagogical toolbox to unlock the potential of every pupil, regardless of their starting point 

• have a strong record of professional development and be committed to working with staff at St. Paul's to develop their practice further 

• be able to inspire, motivate others and be a team player 

• have experience of working with children across a secondary school age range (11-18 years) 

• be able to contribute to the extracurricular activities of the department 

• be an excellent communicator, orally and in writing, with pupils, parents, and colleagues 

• promote pupils’ intellectual and social development and learning, including independent learning skills 

• have emotional resilience with a positive and flexible attitude 

• To have English as a first language or be a native English speaker 

• To have knowledge of Office 365 

Desirable

• have experience teaching the Cambridge IGCSE syllabus, A-level or IB Diploma 

• be familiar with the use of Macbooks and other forms of technology to enhance pupils’ learning 

• be familiar with Information Management Systems, such as iSAMS and Managebac 

• be willing to be involved with school events and to engage with the wider school community 

• have experience teaching Biology at A-Level or IB Diploma level, but the other disciplines will be considered.