Deputy Director of Day Boarding, Expeditions
and CAS (IBDP)
Contents
• About Us
• A Warm Welcome
• Academic Life
• Our Campus
• Living in Cairo
• The Role
• About You
• Benefits
• Application Process
About Us
Uppingham Cairo opened to pupils aged 3 to 13 in New Giza in September 2024 in sight of the Great Pyramids of Giza. It is the first overseas branch of Uppingham School, a leading co-educational independent boarding school in the UK and will expand over time to cater to pupils aged 3 to 18.
Based on the values and ethos of Uppingham School, Uppingham Cairo embraces Egypt’s rich history and culture to bring a school of exceptional quality.
We care about who our pupils become. We believe in the transformative power of education. Yes, our priority is to deliver a wide-ranging curriculum; however, in the context of the 21st century, it will be our pupils’ personal qualities and values, not just exam results, that will set our pupils apart.
A Warm Welcome
I am delighted that you are considering joining Uppingham Cairo as the Deputy Director of Dayboarding, Expeditions and CAS (IBDP).
This is a tremendously exciting time to be joining the School. Our first pupils joined us in September 2024, and they are already thriving in our ground-breaking Day Boarding environment. For the first time since 1584, there is another Uppingham. Not only in name but in character, philosophy, values and ambition - the connection is genuine, it is wholehearted and it is exciting.
“We
are building something extraordinary For the young people of Cairo.”
As you will see from the wealth of information In this briefing pack, we are unashamedly ambitious for our new school. We were awarded full British Schools Overseas (BSO) Accreditation through inspection by ISI as well as membership of HMC, IAPS, BSME, COBIS and many other world leading organisations, in our Founding Year.
We know that we are building something extraordinary for the young people of Cairo, and we know how significant and important a task that is.
We are looking for exceptional people to join us, as our school expands in all year groups, and our current 3rd Formers began studying their GCSE courses in September 2025.
If this role represents a challenge and an opportunity that genuinely excites you, I would be delighted to hear from you.
With all good wishes,
Emma Webb Headmistress
Academic Life
Our commitment to a holistic education is as wholeheartedly held here in Cairo as it is in historic Uppingham School in Rutland, UK. Intellectual rigour, exploration, critical analysis, creativity, risk taking, communication, teamwork - all are central to the way we guide, nurture and inspire our young people.
Our role is to give our pupils the skills, confidence and capabilities to navigate their own paths through life - and the unshakeable sense of self they need to influence the world around them.
Every child navigates through education differently. Pupils thrive when they follow a curriculum that is right for them. Through our innovative teaching and wide range of options, we create a curriculum suited to each child’s interests, aptitudes and aspirations.
Academic rigour and aspirations matter to us and through our unique Day Boarding Programme, social and community initiatives, we encourage and inspire pupils to become self-aware, thoughtful and independent.
We help them to explore their motivations, strengths and ambitions; to find the right path for them. Our size means we offer unrestricted subject choices. We challenge and stretch all pupils - in the classroom and beyond.
We keep our curriculum fresh and relevant by embracing new technology and collaborating with leading institutions around the world to develop state-of-theart learning and sporting programmes
Our Campus
Uppingham Cairo is located in the prestigious New Giza area in sight of the Great Pyramids of Giza. Our outstanding campus is genuinely world leading; encouraging curiosity, discovery, self-expression and excellence in every pursuit.
Our facilities include:
• The Leonardo Art and Design Department, including bespoke facilities for Fine Art, Ceramics, Photography, Design & Technology, Computer Aided Design and Textiles as well as individual Studio Spaces for pupils from the 4th Form
• The Donald Campbell Sports’ Centre, including an indoor swimming pool, Multi-Purpose Sports’ Hall, indoor and outdoor Performance Gym and Indoor Running Track
• Natural grass Sports’ Pitch, Tennis, Mini-Tennis, Padbol, Paddle, Squash and Basketball Courts
• The Barbara Matthews Theatre, with a full size theatre, Black Box Theatre, Music Department classroom and Individual Music Practice Rooms
• The Johnson Early Years Department, with a Senior indoor swimming pool, beach, school farm and garden
• The Thring and Abercrombie Buildings house the Senior School academic department classrooms alongside Biology, Physics and Chemistry laboratories, computer science suites, the House Common Rooms, the Thring Dining Room, Dance Studio and the Thring Senior Library
• The Queen Elizabeth II Senior School Building house the Upper Pre-Prep and Lower Prep Departments alongside the QEII Dining Room, Music Room, Art Room, Exhibition Hall and Senior Library
• The Rutland Sixth Form Building, with bespoke study group classrooms, the Sixth Form Common Room, Sixth Form Laboratories and academic libraries
Living in Cairo
Uppingham Cairo is located in a safe haven of open spaces and suburban communities yet close enough to the capital for staff to enjoy the hustle and bustle of this extraordinary city.
Cairo is a very vibrant and welcoming city, rich in culture and history. Well used to tourists from all over the world, many of the locals speak English. It has a very Western feel with all the modern conveniences and services you are used to – home delivery, Amazon, Uber, shopping centres and restaurants to cater for every taste.
The working week is Sunday to Thursday. Friday is much like a Sunday in the UK so services may vary slightly to the rest of the week.
The cost of living in Egypt is very low, compared to the UK (around 86% less). Domestic help and services are very affordable; utilities are around £15–20 per month and eating out is extremely reasonable. This means that staff can save whilst enjoying a high quality of life on their expatriate salaries.
Uppingham Cairo is located in 6th of October City, approximately 30km southwest of the capital, just 12km from the Pyramids of Giza (which are visible from the school) and 13km from the new Grand Egyptian Museum.
The area offers a relaxed, suburban lifestyle of spacious, upscale accommodation in secure communities or compounds with large, landscaped grounds and cleaner air.
Communities are walled and gated, with security at each entrance, making them extremely safe and family friendly. Many have amenities such as parks, play areas, lakes, shops, restaurants, cafes, gyms, pools and golf courses.
The Role
PURPOSE
The Deputy Director of Day Boarding, Expeditions & CAS (IBDP) leads the non-sport extended programme across Uppingham Cairo and is responsible for enrichment, supervised study, expeditions, residentials and the International Baccalaureate CAS programme.
Working within the established day boarding model, the postholder ensures that the extended school day from 4.30pm–9.00pm is purposeful, well organised and aligned with the ethos and standards of a leading British independent school.
The role includes full operational leadership of CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) within the IB Diploma Programme, ensuring that pupils experience a coherent and meaningful programme of service, activity and personal development.
The School reserves the right to adapt the needs of the role as circumstances demand or opportunities arise
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Leadership of Day Boarding Enrichment (Whole School)
• Lead and coordinate the full non-sport programme within day boarding.
• Ensure a broad, balanced and engaging range of activities across Junior and Senior Schools.
• Promote strong pupil participation and commitment.
• Maintain high expectations for conduct and engagement.
• Ensure that enrichment reflects the ethos and ambitions of the school.
Supervised Study (Prep)
• Oversee supervised study (Prep) provision across the school.
• Ensure that Prep sessions are calm, structured and academically purposeful.
• Coordinate staffing and locations for Prep.
• Work closely with the Director of Studies and Deputy Head (Academic), Junior School to ensure alignment with expectations.
• Promote strong study habits and independent learning.
Expeditions, Residentials and Trips
• Lead the planning and delivery of all residential, overseas and expedition programmes.
• Oversee Duke of Edinburgh provision.
• Ensure robust planning, staffing and communication through Evolve
• Maintain high standards of safety, organisation and supervision.
• Establish clear procedures and timelines for trip planning.
• Ensure that expeditions and residentials reflect the ambitions of the school.
• Develop and Update the Expeditions Brochure in conjunction with the Marketing Team.
• Hold full operational responsibility for CAS within the IB Diploma Programme.
• Design and oversee a coherent CAS framework aligned with IB requirements.
CAS (IB Diploma Programme)
• Ensure that pupils engage meaningfully in creativity, activity and service.
• Monitor participation, progress and completion of CAS requirements.
• Work closely with the Head of Sixth Form and IBDP Coordinator.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with IB expectations.
• Develop partnerships and opportunities that support CAS experiences.
Strategic oversight of Sixth Form remains with the Head of Sixth Form; operational leadership of CAS sits within this role.
Activities and Clubs
• Develop and maintain a varied and high-quality activities programme (UPPStart and UPP&Out).
• Ensure quality and consistency across all activities.
• Line manage activity leaders and visiting providers.
• Monitor participation and engagement.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and safeguarding.
Staff Leadership
• Oversee enrichment, expedition and CAS staff.
• Provide clear expectations and strong organisational leadership.
• Ensure appropriate staffing across Day Boarding.
• Support recruitment and development of staff and providers.
• Maintain high professional standards.
Operational Coordination
• Ensure smooth running of all non-sport day boarding provision.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director of Sport to maintain coherence across Day Boarding.
• Support the Director in maintaining a calm and purposeful evening environment.
Safeguarding and Welfare
• Ensure safeguarding and pupil welfare are central to all extended-day provision.
• Maintain appropriate supervision and duty structures.
• Work closely with pastoral leaders on any concerns.
• Ensure safe and orderly departure of pupils each evening.
Structural Clarity
Strategic leadership of Day Boarding sits with the Director of Day Boarding, Sport & Expeditions. The Deputy Director of Day Boarding, Expeditions& CAS leads the operational delivery of enrichment, supervised study, expeditions and CAS across the school.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will:
• Be an experienced and highly organised school leader.
• Demonstrate strong operational and logistical capability.
• Have experience leading trips, activities or enrichment in a strong school.
• Show energy, authority and attention to detail.
• Understand IB CAS requirements and philosophy (or be willing to develop expertise).
• Lead staff confidently and professionally.
• Be fully aligned with the ethos and ambitions of Uppingham Cairo.
KEY EXPECTATIONS
All staff are expected to:
• Uphold and actively promote the ethos and values of Uppingham Cairo.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
• Contribute positively to the life of the school community.
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• Engage fully in appraisal, professional development and school improvement.
• Undertake additional duties reasonably requested by senior leaders.
SAFEGUARDING
Uppingham Cairo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this responsibility and must adhere fully to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
Wider Professional Responsibilities
Uppingham Cairo is a Day Boarding School, open from 7.30am – 9.00pm Sunday to Wednesday, and until 4.30pm on Thursdays.
All staff are expected to:
• Be aware of and committed to the ethos and values of Uppingham Cairo as a Day Boarding School
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the School and contribute to the Day Boarding Programme which runs until 9pm Sunday –Wednesday; this includes active participation in House activities, assemblies, duties, the Co-Curricular Programme, Parents’ Evenings and other related commitments.
• Carry out any task that can be reasonably be expected of them in their role
• Take an active role in the development and implementation of school policies and in the whole life of the School
• Ensure that there are equal opportunities for all
• Follow school procedures as outlined in the staff handbooks
• Promote environmental awareness across the School.
• Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, exercising sound judgement in seeking advice and specialist support, and deploying support staff appropriately.
• Take responsibility for the continuous improvement of teaching through appropriate professional development and respond constructively to advice and feedback from colleagues.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with parents regarding pupils’ achievements, behaviour and wellbeing, in accordance with the School’s communication procedures, and make purposeful use of the School’s electronic communication systems to support teaching, learning and engagement with the wider community.
• Be fully committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
About You
Essential
Education, skills, training and qualifications
• University degree from a recognized academic institution
• Recognised teaching qualification, UK PGCE or other teaching qualification giving QTS
• Strong pedagogical knowledge, including AfL
• Working knowledge of the National Curriculum
• Understanding of UK Safeguarding and Child Protection protocols
• Demonstrable commitment to professional development
• Strong ICT skills; an interest in and enthusiasm for the use of technology in education
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of people including staff, pupils and parents
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills
• Able and willing to contribute to the Co-Curricular Programme
Experience
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Experience of, or a clear understanding of UK Independent Schools and/or British International Schools
Personal Qualities
• Commitment to the ethos of the school as a Day Boarding School and a belief in the unlimited potential of every pupil
• Ability to embrace and manage change
• Emotional intelligence. An ability to relate well to children and develop effective professional working relationships with adults
• Passion, resilience, integrity and optimism
• Approachable and empathetic to the needs of others
• Enthusiasm and an ability to use own initiative
• Ability to prioritise and work flexibly as workloads require, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks
• Attention to detail and ability to actively question and clarify information
• A role model who demonstrates professionalism at all times
• A positive outlook on life combined with energy, thoughtfulness, resilience, patience and a lively sense of humour
Desirable
• Knowledge of international accreditation, inspection and evaluation framework
• Experience using educational technology such as iPads and Virtual Learning Environment
Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Fully furnished and equipped high quality accommodation in close proximity to the School
• Airconditioned transport to and from the School during term time
• Meals when on duty, including lunch for all teaching staff
• Annual return flights
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare Scheme Membership
• Free access to primary healthcare at the on-site Medical Centre
• Free annual flu vaccination
• 100% School fee discount for up to 2 children and 15% uniform discount
• Free membership to the Uppingham Cairo Sports Centre, including use of gym and swimming pool
• Comprehensive Professional Development Programme with ongoing mentoring and coaching
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Occupational Health Services
Application Process
Applications should be made by sending a fully completed Uppingham Cairo Application Form, including at least 2 referees and Cover Letter, to recruitment26@uppinghamcairo.com.
CVs may also be sent in to support the Application Form.