Outstanding Male Physical Education Teacher

Job description / Role

Job overview

Dove Green Private School (DGPS) takes immense pride in being a British community school, offering a distinctive educational experience in the heart of Dubai Investments Park, near the Expo 2020 site. Our British educational values emphasise respect, tolerance, inclusivity, and a commitment to academic excellence, fostering well-rounded, globally-minded individuals. We are committed to cultivating an environment that celebrates the rich traditions of British education while fostering a global perspective. Our school, currently in its 11th year of operation, has become an example of educational excellence, embodying the values of a happy, caring, and inclusive community school. We are dedicated to providing a forward-thinking, innovative education beyond conventional boundaries. As the first UK curriculum school in the area, DGPS has earned a reputation for being at the forefront of educational innovation, catering to the needs of Dubai's rapidly expanding and developing south side.

Teacher of Physical Education - Male

With our state-of-the-art secondary building nearing completion, DGPS is poised to provide an unparalleled learning experience. This innovative facility, designed to complement our existing campus, reflects our dedication to offering students the finest resources and facilities. As a key member of our newly restructured team, your role will ensure that the British ethos permeates every aspect of our educational approach, creating an environment where students excel academically and develop a global mindset aligned with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Candidates must be committed to working with the local community and developing ways to engage with parents and forge effective partnerships with them. The successful candidate will be closely aligned with DGPS's core values and ethos and be part of a community that blends the best of British education with a commitment to preparing students for success in a rapidly changing world while possessing a genuine understanding and appreciation of the region's values. Above all, weu2019re looking for an astute, driven, and down-to-earth educator committed to fostering a culture of successful collaboration and progressive learning through our vision of learning together and growing together.

Objectives of this role:

We seek to appoint a talented and enthusiastic teacher of Physical Education to join our team.

Successful candidates must have a minimum of 2 years' teaching experience and must have taught to a minimum of GCSE level through a UK-based exam board. BTEC experience is highly desirable.

The successful candidate must have UK teacher training and/or significant UK teaching experience. The role will require an August 2025 start and is NOT suitable for ECT.

The candidate should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work alongside other experienced team members to promote the strategic vision of the school.

In addition, focus on:

The successful candidate will play a vital role in developing and growing the department as well as monitor and deliver outstanding teaching practices in accordance with the UK curriculum, to provide a high quality and stimulating learning experience to our Key Stage 3 and 4 students.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bacheloru2019s degree plus QTS and PGCE
• The bacheloru2019s degree must be in a directly related field (e.g., chemistry teacher should have a science-related bacheloru2019s degree)
• Qualified Teacher Status with 2 years of post-qualification experience in delivering the National Curriculum for England to students
• Committed professionals who are dedicated to raising standards in alignment with the schoolu2019s vision, mission, and values
• A proven track record of successful teaching and securing outstanding results through ensuring high quality teaching and learning, built on current pedagogical practices and forward-thinking initiatives
• The ability to use data effectively to monitor and enhance student progress
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to the values of inclusion, diversity, and wellbeing
• Teachers with a natural desire to develop and contribute to the school's Professional Learning Community
• A professional who works collaboratively, both within their immediate team and across the wider school community

We offer:

• A unique and inspiring work environment comprising state-of-the-art resources and purpose-built facilities
• A robust leadership structure which ensures all colleagues are well supported
• A well-crafted Professional Learning Community which ensures constant growth for individuals and the school
• An inclusive community that values and welcomes contributions of all stakeholders
• 2 years renewable contract
• Competitive tax-free salary
• Visa and Emirates ID costs covered
• Medical insurance
• Annual flight allowance
• Tuition fee concession for dependent children

We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply to our company.

At DGPS, we relentlessly prioritise the safety and well-being of children. We maintain the highest standards in child protection practices and are committed to promoting their welfare. We expect our staff to share this commitment and actively hold them accountable. As part of our hiring process, successful applicants undergo various background checks, including references, qualifications, identification, and police checks, which may extend to overseas checks.