Teacher of Science - September 2023

We are currently seeking to employ an experienced Teacher of Science for
Jumeirah College, Dubai. This appointment is for September ‎2023 start.

The school
Jumeirah College is a GEMS Premium Secondary School which delivers the
National Curriculum for England, offering the full range of GCSE and A level
courses. Our student body is a dynamic international community of over ‎1,100
students from over ‎59 nationalities. We take pride in the development of the
whole child, recognising the importance of developing cultural and global
awareness. We have a thriving enriched curriculum which provides a diverse
range of activities, initiatives and charitable endeavours that both engage
our student body and embed our philosophy of global awareness and world
citizenship. For more information please see our website.
The College has been repeatedly judged to be Outstanding in inspections.
Although non-selective at admission, our students achieve exceptional exam
results which compare to top UK schools. In ‎2022 ‎99% of GCSE results were ‎9-‎4
out of which ‎55% ‎9, and at A level over ‎55% of all grades were A/A with over
‎86% A/B. This success enables our students to move on to the very top
universities around the world, including Cambridge, UCL, Stanford, Monash and
Toronto.
As one of the leading schools in the Middle East, Jumeirah College is the
first-choice school for many families. The school is a member of BSME and
COBIS. The success of the school has been repeatedly recognised with Jumeirah
College being nominated for a series of awards, including being shortlisted as
'International School of the Year' by the TES.
Jumeirah College is an inclusive school.

The Post: Teacher of Science - Must be able to teach A Level Biology or
Chemistry

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Science, must be able to
teach A Level Biology or Chemistry to join the College. Science is the most
popular subject at A Level in our College; with ‎18 groups across the entire A
Level cohort, this is a fantastic opportunity to teach the Sciences to an
advanced level. Behaviour in the College is 'outstanding' and the positive
relationships between student and teacher, alongside the highly motivated
students means that teachers can focus on teaching their subject.

The successful candidate will be leading an exceptional department which is
both extremely popular and successful. Despite the non-selective nature of the
school in ‎2022 ‎100% of GCSE Level Biologists gained ‎9-‎4 out of which over ‎77%
gained ‎9-‎8. In GCSE Chemistry ‎100% of students gained ‎9-‎4, out of which over
‎82% gained ‎9-‎8. In GCSE Physics ‎100% gained ‎9-‎4, out of which over ‎90% gained
‎9-‎8. ‎85% of A Level Biologists gained A/B out of which ‎54% gained A/A this
gave the department a ‎1 in ALPS. In A Level Chemistry ‎85% of students gained
A/B, out of which ‎52% gained A/A. In A Level Physics ‎84% gained A/B, out of
which ‎61% gained A/A. The department has ‎11 purpose-built laboratory spaces,
and phase ‎1 of a two-part upgrade to the facilities has just been completed.

The successful applicant will be required to have the following:
* A B.Ed. or degree and PGCE / PGDE or equivalent with exceptional subject knowledge.
* At least ‎3 years' experience of the National Curriculum for England.
* Experience teaching GCSE and A-Level. We are seeking to appoint talented, highly motivated and well-qualified individuals. You should have a proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching.
* A mindset which understands all students have the potential for top performance, and the drive and passion to enable them to do so.
* Experience which will enable a contribution to our enriched curriculum programme.

Application Process
If you meet these criteria we would very much welcome your application.
We offer an excellent remuneration package including competitive tax-free
salary, furnished accommodation, medical insurance, visa costs, baggage
allowance, annual flight allowance and free school places for up to two
dependants.

To apply for the above role, kindly apply via the online application site. In
addition, please email your CV to Brenda Farrell, HR at
[email protected]. The subject of all applications must include the
job title and the job reference number.

Jumeirah College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all
of its students. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-
requisite for all appointments.

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