Primary Teacher

**About the School - St. Andrews International School, Dusit**

St. Andrews International School, Dusit is a small community school set just outside the grounds of the Chitralada Palace. Dusit is a fully inclusive and co-educational school for up to 400 Thai and expatriate children aged 2 to 11. Since opening with five children in 2010, it has expanded to its current roll of just under 340 children distributed throughout 23 classes.

At St. Andrews, Dusit campus, the focus is on how children learn and the curriculum is delivered to meet all learning styles. Dusit prides itself on providing an exciting, engaging and challenging curriculum which enables each individual student to make excellent progress and achieve their full potential. Students are recognised as individuals at St. Andrews and are encouraged to challenge themselves in all areas of school life and to do their best.

Our school boasts two swimming pools; a 25-metre competition pool and a smaller practice pool for introducing students to water, as well as two indoor sports halls; one used for basketball, tennis and badminton, and the second for dance and gymnastics. In the centre of school is our all-weather sports pitch which is used for football.

Students also have access to specialist teaching rooms for Music, Thai, Mandarin, French and English, in addition to a well-resourced ICT suite and library.

The Dusit Campus has a team of highly qualified and well-motivated staff. We have a cohesive team of teachers who know all the children in school. Teachers love teaching here, students love learning here and this leads to a close-knit community, where parents and teachers work together to ensure that the children in their care receive personalised learning every day. Bangkok is a vibrant city full of life, with a fascinating culture and friendly people. Living in the Thai capital is an enriching experience so if you enjoy city life and love teaching then we look forward to welcoming you into our Dusit family.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced experienced Primary Teacher & Key Stage 1 Lead to join our fantastic team.

**About Cognita**

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

**About the role**
- Leading Through Example in Teaching and Learning Practices
- Contribution to Learning Area and Curriculum Development
- Building Relationships with Students, Staff and Parents
- Contribution to the Whole School

**Who we are looking for**:
**Benefits at Cognita**
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
- Teacher’s Pension (if applicable)
- Free lunch provided during Term Time
- School holidays and public holidays / Holiday Allowance
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third-party discounts
- Professional Development

**How to Apply**

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.