Job Description
Summary:
English Teacher - Secondary School seeks passionate educators committed to student success and school growth.
About the School:
Located in Jumeirah, the school is a new, state-of-the-art institution offering a British curriculum from EYFS to Year 13. It is driven by a vision of Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve and values strong community, collaboration, and student well-being.
The Opportunity:
Join a growing school as an English Teacher - Secondary School and help shape the future of education. You will play a key role in delivering the Key Stage 3 curriculum and supporting the school’s expansion into Year 8. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student learning and school culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver purposeful, inclusive, and challenging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for England.
- Use assessment data and student voice to personalise learning and support progress for all.
- Reflect regularly on the impact of teaching strategies and commit to continuous improvement.
- Build a learning environment that fosters independence and celebrates neurodiversity.
- Collaborate across teams to align curriculum and ensure progression.
- Participate actively in extra-curricular and community engagement initiatives.
- Uplift colleagues through supportive teamwork and shared professional inquiry.
- Engage in professional growth through reflection, goal setting, and lifelong learning.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, BEd or equivalent)
- A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a relevant setting
- Evidence of strong teaching practice and student progress
- Alignment with the school’s ethos and commitment to professional reflection and growth
- Willingness to contribute to extra-curricular and whole-school initiatives
- Understanding of data-informed teaching and inclusive strategies
Preferred
- Experience in British or international curriculum schools
- Familiarity with KHDA or DSIB frameworks
- Experience of designing learning for Key Stage 3
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Involvement in a dynamic, growing school community
- Access to a range of extra-curricular and enrichment activities