Teacher of History

Salary: £30,600-£43,600 plus Full Expatriate Package (incl. first class accommodation, return flights, private healthcare, meals during term time, UCSC gym membership, transport to and from school and places for up to 2 children at Uppingham Cairo) Job type: Full Time, Permanent Start date: 24/08/2025 Apply by: 17 April 2025 Job overview

Uppingham Cairo is delighted to invite applications for the post of Teacher of History, from experienced and dynamic candidates who believe they have the experience, qualities, vision and enthsm to contribute to an inspirational team in this ambitious, prestigious and growing new school.

Successful candidates will enjoy unparalleled opportunities for professional development, and the excitement of working in a prestigious and growing new school. Forms of academically able children are capped at just 12 pupils, enabling you to rediscover the pleasure of teaching with the time you need to provide a first class educational experience for every child in your care.

Immerse yourself in our state-of-the-art facilities and abundant resources, whilst enjoying the delightful Mediterranean climate and blue skies of New Giza, in sight of the pyramids. Foster close connections with Uppingham School, one of the UKs most prestigious Boarding Schools, and experience the professional fulfilment of enhancing the lives of your staff and pupils through collaborative endeavour and the development of global perspectives.

As a Teacher of History at Uppingham Cairo you will unlock a plethora of benefits designed to enrich both your professional and personal life. You will enjoy a generous salary package with the added advantage of a low tax rate, ensuring financial stability and security.

Enjoy first class accommodation, comprehensive private health care, sports centre membership, restaurant standard nutritionally balanced meals and convenient transportation to and from school during term time; all contributing to the healthy, balanced and fulfilling lifestyles that we value so highly for every member of our community. With full Day Boarding scholarships for up to two dependents at Uppingham Cairo, parents will have the opportunity to provide their children with the enormous benefits of a prestigious British Independent School education without the worry of fees.

Applications should be made using the Uppingham Cairo Application Form, and accompanied by a supporting covering letter which should be sent by email to recruitment@uppinghamcairo.com. Please do not apply online as your application will not be considered.

Please ensure that you complete the application form in full, with the names and contact details of two professional referees, to include your current or most recent head teacher if you are or have been employed in a school). CVs may also be sent in addition to the application form and covering letter, but are not required.

Further information about the role can be found in the Appointment Pack. For further information about the School please visit our website , read our Prospectus , find out about our UPPStart and UPP&Out Day Boarding programmes or read about our Sporting Vision for the Champions and the Challengers .

Please note that the School will only consider candidates with British teaching qualifications (QTS or equivalent) and a minimum of two years teaching experience.

Closing date: 12 noon (UK time) on Thursday 17th April, 2025.

Early applications are warmly encouraged. Interviews may be held at any stage, and the School reserves the right to appoint before the closing date should an exceptional candidate be identified.

Uppingham Cairo is the result of a collaboration between Uppingham School in the UK and New Era Education. Uppingham School is a leading co-educational English independent school with outstanding performance both in academic achievement and in co-curricular activities. Founded in 1584, the school has been a pioneer in education through the centuries and is now boldly embracing new technologies to prepare the leaders of tomorrow. Central to the schools philosophy is the desire to educate the whole child, through a truly holistic all-round education with great value placed on music, the creative, expressive and visual arts, service, innovation and sport. We inspire pupils to immerse themselves in their passions, to be challenged and inventive and develop a life-long love of learning.

Uppingham Cairo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening including checks with past employers.

About Uppingham School, Cairo

Uppingham School, Cairo New Giza, KM 22 Cairo - Alex Road, First 6th of October Giza Governorate Egypt

+20 012777777