Defence Children Services (DCS) - Early Years Foundation Stage(EYFS) Teacher - British Forces School, Naples

British Forces School, Lago Patria, Naples, ItalyJob SummaryBritish Forces School Naples is looking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and extremely motivated Foundation Stage classroom teacher. Are you an excellent teacher looking for a new opportunity to work overseas? Then this role may be for you!Children are at the heart of all we do and in British Forces School (BFS), Naples we aim for all our children to ‘Be the best that you can be in all that you do’. We strive to provide the very best education for our pupils and endeavour to make our school a special place to learn and play. We have many years of experience supporting our Service families and we are determined to make the very best of the short time children are with us. BFS Naples in Italy provides education for primary children from 3 – 11 years. Proudly providing education for the children of UK MOD personnel assigned to NATO.The British Forces School is part of Defence Children Services (DCS), who are a Defence delivery organisation, subordinated under Army Regional Command. Our Vision is that we Educate the Child – Support the Family – Defend the Nation. HQ DCS is UK based at Trenchard Lines, Upavon and has forward deployed staff all over the world. DCS is responsible for the education and care of children of accompanied Service and Defence entitled personnel in MOD schools and settings; provides advice and guidance in respect of education for service families in the United Kingdom and the wider world.The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants. Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. As such using data to aid understanding of our workforce is vital.This position is advertised as full time at 30 hours per week.Specially recruited for overseas service appointees are not expected to return to the UKJob DescriptionTo ensure outstanding learning and outcomes for students, the successful applicant is to work in line with the Teacher Standards' https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teachers-standards. Specific duties vary according to the needs of the school and currently include:To take responsibility for a class of children, recognising children as individuals.To take responsibility for standards of learning, teaching, curriculum provision and pastoral care of our children.To create a classroom environment which supports and enriches learning.To actively promote the aims of our school through effective teaching and learning.To assess and provide educational provision to match individual pupil needs.To actively contribute and support our school’s ethos, working positively in accordance with our plans, policies and procedures.To promote and celebrate a positive image and the successes of our school and, in particular, fostering good relationships with stakeholders, the local community and parents/carers.To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the school team.To contribute to the development of a curriculum area or areas and subject specific resources.To treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing accurate boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.Full details of the job description are available as an attachment to this advert.If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by Resourcing Team 1. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at candidate@support.oleeo.comTo ensure outstanding learning and outcomes for students, the successful applicant is to work in line with the Teacher Standards' https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teachers-standards. Specific duties vary according to the needs of the school and currently include:To take responsibility for a class of children, recognising children as individuals.To take responsibility for standards of learning, teaching, curriculum provision and pastoral care of our children.To create a classroom environment which supports and enriches learning.To actively promote the aims of our school through effective teaching and learning.To assess and provide educational provision to match individual pupil needs.To actively contribute and support our school’s ethos, working positively in accordance with our plans, policies and procedures.To promote and celebrate a positive image and the successes of our school and, in particular, fostering good relationships with stakeholders, the local community and parents/carers.To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the school team.To contribute to the development of a curriculum area or areas and subject specific resources.To treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing accurate boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.Full details of the job description are available as an attachment to this advert.If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by Resourcing Team 1. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at candidate@support.oleeo.comPerson specificationThe following experience, skills, and qualifications are essential criteria for the role:UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful completion of Induction programme at the time of application. Strong subject and curriculum knowledge of the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage for England. Recent experience of teaching in a mainstream UK school or an MOD school in Foundation Stage.Setting high expectations and proven experience of ensuring good progress and outcomes for pupils.Plan and teach well-structured lessons and make accurate assessments that inform planning and enable pupils to improve.Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.Manage behaviour effectively to create a good and safe learning environment.Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.Proven track record of creating an inspiring and enriching learning environment.The Following Skills And Experience Are DesirableKnowledge and understanding of supporting the needs of the children of military personnel. Demonstrates a resilient, passionate and hardworking outlook, flexible approach and projects a professional image. QualificationsUK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful completion of Induction programme at the time of application.Evidence will be required at interview.All qualifications, licences or memberships declared must be held at point of application and if applicable be in date. Equivalents will not be accepted.BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Changing and ImprovingWorking TogetherTechnical skillsWe'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:Teaching StandardsPresentationWe are passionate about delivering extraordinary things for our people. We employ people who challenge and guide each other, working within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills and experience. Some of the many benefits you will receive include:Learning and Development opportunities for professional and personal development of skills.A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.Medical and dental support.Superannuation is in accordance with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.A paid annual return flight to the UK is also provided for each family member after first having completed 12 months in post.Accommodation is free for the first five years of your MOD employment overseas with subsidised utilities. Thereafter a reasonable modest rent is payable.This post offers full relocation allowances subject to eligibility.Cost of Living Overseas Allowances is payable based on personal circumstances and marital status.Discover My BenefitsPlease follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD. https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/This post offers full relocation allowances subject to availability. Cost of Living Overseas Allowances is payable based on personal circumstances and marital status.Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.In line with the TACOs for this post, accommodation is free for the first five years of your MOD employment overseas with subsidised utilities. Thereafter, rent and utilities are payable. Please note if you have previously worked overseas for the MOD and have been in recipient of free rent and utilities then that period will be deducted from your five-year allowance. Selection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.At Sift You Will Be Assessed OnKnowledge, skills and experience as detailed in your Personal Statement, CV and qualifications, against the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification section of the advert.Your Personal Statement (maximum 750 words) should demonstrate the relevant skills and experience that are detailed in the job role and responsibilities in this advert, including examples of evidence.At Interview You Will Be Assessed OnBehaviours: Changing and Improving, and Working Together.Technical Skills and Experience: Essential knowledge and skills as outlined in the job advert and the Teachers Standards.Details on the interview will be shared with applicants who are successfully drawn through to interview.As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigation's can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.  Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.SecuritySuccessful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Nationality requirementsThis Job Is Broadly Open To The Following GroupsUK nationalsnationals of the Republic of Irelandnationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKnationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.Diversity and InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.Contact point for applicantsJob ContactName : Leanne WortleyEmail : leanne.wortley@modschools.orgRecruitment teamEmail : DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam1@mod.gov.ukFurther informationPlease see Further Information document attached.