Primary Teacher Dubai, United Arab Emirates – teaching jobs dubai

Hartland International School

Job description

Primary Teacher Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Hartland International School seeks to appoint an exceptional Primary Teacher to support our expansion and provision across this phase of the school.

Our School

As we enter our tenth year, Hartland has established a reputation for excellence in learning, teaching and leadership in the region. Our student body consists of just over 2000 students from nearly 110 nationalities, making Hartland a truly unique and international community where a strong blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support for all, targets and inspires excellence. All that we do is underpinned by a values-based family community of teachers, children and parents providing the best possible education for every child in our care.

The Post

Due to our expansion applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals who are passionate and forward thinking and who will thrive in the vibrant learning environment of Hartland. By being ambitious, not only for students but for yourself, you will help us build and maintain a successful programme of study in the Primary Department by sharing in the responsibility for teaching, learning, enrichment and pastoral care. The successful candidate will also be expected to make a contribution to our unique and strong enrichment programme which ensures that learning and opportunity are diverse for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality, creative lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for England
• Create a stimulating classroom environment that promotes active learning
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Monitor and assess student progress, maintaining detailed records
• Communicate effectively with parents about student progress
• Contribute to the school’s enrichment programme
• Collaborate with colleagues in planning meetings
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Support whole-school events and activities

Essential Requirements:

• Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have a minimum 3 years teaching experience teaching the English National Curriculum in the UK or in an international setting
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of current educational practices and assessment strategies
• Be committed to the Hartland Values which can be found on our website

Professional Attributes:

• Passionate about primary education
• Creative and innovative teaching approach
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Adaptable and resilient

In return you will have the opportunity to work in a premium state-of-the-art modern school with a committed and dedicated staff. We have a pro-active approach to continuing professional, personal development and wellbeing, and the successful candidate will join a school where our values and our community are integral to our ethos. You will receive a competitive and attractive tax-free salary, high quality fully furnished accommodation, private medical insurance, annual airfare to home country and an ‘End of Service Gratuity’.

Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Hartland International School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

The school is also committed to equality of opportunity and to the culture and principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply

The closing date for this position is 11 December 2024. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview on receipt of applications, prior to the closing deadline. Interviews will take place in Dubai and London in January. Start date for this position is August 2025.

Candidates wishing to apply should complete the application form and upload it with a CV and covering letter to the HR Manager, Mrs Luette Robertson. Please include a recent photograph.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a video of them teaching unless they are UAE based, in which case they will be invited to teach a lesson in school.

Your application should contain the names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional referees and include your current Head of School. Applications will only be considered if they are complete and through the TES portal. Please do not email your application directly.

Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Previous applicants need not apply and will be reconsidered.

To apply for this job please visit www.tes.com.