Application Process

Committed to making a difference, fueled by a vibrant international community, supported by highly qualified and passionate staff, and guided by a comprehensive curriculum, St.George’s boasts a renowned global standing for educational excellence.

Welcome to the initial phase of your journey with us. We're thrilled that you're considering to join our community.

Throughout the application process, we encourage you to showcase your distinct skills, experiences, and passions. Beyond just qualifications, we're eager to uncover what motivates you, your aspirations, and the unique contributions you'll bring to enhance the St.George’s educational experience.

Demonstrate your standout strengths, and let's start this new chapter together!

The application process

Vacancies

• Academic vacancies
  All applications for academic vacancies should be made using our online application process on the TES website. Simply visit our current vacancies page to identify the role that interests you, and then follow the link to apply online.
   
• Non-academic vacancies
  All applications for non-academic vacancies should be made using our online application system. Please follow the link below and follow the instructions.

Application

To complete your application, please submit a copy of the following documentation:

• Degree certificate and teaching qualification
• Your passport information page

Please also submit the following, where available:

• A DBS certificate
• A valid work permit (non-EU residents)

All applicants should hold a valid teaching qualification. We consider a degree in education (e.g. B.Ed./ M.Ed./Lehramt), or postgraduate teaching certificate (e.g. PGCE) as valid. English language teaching certificates (e.g. TEFL/IELTS/CELTA) are not sufficient.

If you have any questions about any post or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Department or email: recruitment@stgeorgesschool.de

References

Please include with your application the names and contact details of three professional referees. One of these should be your current employer.

We will collect full references before shortlist interviews. If you prefer that we do not contact one or more of your referees, please notify us of this. However, references must be provided before an offer is finalised.

Qualifications, background and identity checks

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and operate safer recruitment practices. As such, you will be asked to provide documentation at interview as proof of your identity and qualifications.

If you are successful at interview, you will also be required to undergo relevant background checks. Updated police clearance (e.g. DBS certificate/ Führungszeugnis) will be requested for all those ap-pointed. If you have recently lived in another country, clearance from this country will also be requested and a certified translation may be required.

The selection process

We review every application carefully to identify the key skills and qualities we are looking for. For academic roles, these include:

• A commitment to the school’s values^
• Relevant teaching experience
• A passion for learning and developing young minds
• Reflective practice
• An international outlook
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school
• A commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people

Applicants without a teaching qualification or with a poor command of English will not be considered.

Interviews

First-round interviews take place via an online platform. These friendly interviews allow us to determine whether you would be a good match for the school and are an opportunity for you to ask any questions.

Shortlisted candidates are invited to Germany for a second-round interview. These involve the following:

• A formal interview with the school director and senior managers.
• An observed lesson. The lesson objective and background information will be provided in advance.
• A tour of the school and insight into how the school and department operates.
• Opportunities to meet future colleagues.

Candidates based outside Europe will have a second-round interview with the school’s management team via MS Teams, if travel to Germany is not feasible. You may be asked to provide further evidence to support your application, such as video footage of you teaching, observation feedback or reflection on your practice.