Working at British School in Ulaanbaatar
At the British School of Ulaanbaatar (BSU), nestled in the heart of Mongolia's capital, we offer a distinctive educational opportunity. Aligned with the National Curriculum of England and Wales, a globally recognized program taught in over thirty thousand schools, BSU takes pride in providing a robust academic foundation. Additionally, we offer IGCSE, A, and AS levels to ensure our students acquire internationally recognized qualifications. With a community of 600 students aged 3 to 18, BSU is committed to creating a nurturing environment for both British and international students.
The British School of Ulaanbaatar (BSU) is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The School does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, colour, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational, admissions, or employment policies.
However, in order to fulfil the School’s mission of providing education in the English language to the international community, BSU may consider factors such as a student applicant’s prior educational and linguistic background during the admissions process.
Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination
Safer Recruitment Statement
At BSU, we are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. In line with the standards of British Schools Overseas (BSO) and our responsibility as an international school, we ensure that all recruitment practices are conducted safely, fairly, and rigorously.
We implement robust safer recruitment procedures to ensure that all staff, volunteers, and contractors working with students are suitable for their roles. This includes:
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Thorough verification of identity, qualifications, and employment history
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A minimum of two professional references, including the most recent employer
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Comprehensive background and criminal record checks, including international checks where applicable
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Verification of the right to work in the relevant jurisdiction
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Structured interviews that assess candidates’ suitability to work with children and uphold safeguarding principles
All recruitment panels include at least one member trained in safer recruitment practices. Safeguarding responsibilities and expectations are made clear at every stage of the recruitment process.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently, in accordance with our policies and applicable laws.
Our safeguarding culture extends beyond recruitment. All staff receive regular safeguarding training and are expected to adhere to our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times.
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Professional Development and Training
The British School of Ulaanbaatar believes that all colleagues shall have an entitlement to equality of access to high quality induction and continuing professional development. All members of the school community will have opportunities through performance management procedures and other mechanisms to discuss their professional development needs. As a School, we aim to participate in initiatives and projects which can be shown to have a positive impact on staff development, represent substantial value for money and can be accommodated within the constraints of the school budget. The school will disseminate good and successful CPD practice that supports and improves teaching and learning.
The central emphasis of this policy is on the improvement of the quality of learning and teaching across the School. The aim is the improvement in the practice of individuals and teams through creating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in which supportive and collaborative groups extend our capacity for continuous self-improvement. All staff are required to undertake safeguarding training, including induction and regular updates.