Secondary Science Teacher

Role Overview

Secondary Science Teacher at International Schools Partnership, Smart Vision School. The role is based in the UAE and involves delivering high-quality, engaging, and inclusive science lessons that support the academic, social, and emotional development of secondary students.

Role Purpose

The Secondary Science Teacher is responsible for creating a positive, stimulating learning environment that fosters curiosity, investigative thinking, and a love of science. The role aligns with UK Teachers' Standards, the KHDA Education Inspection Framework, and the UAE Ministry of Education science curriculum, ensuring excellence in teaching, safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion, and student achievement.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging and practical science lessons across all secondary year groups, aligned with school schemes of work and UAE Ministry of Education curriculum standards.
• Use strong subject knowledge and effective pedagogy to inspire and challenge students in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology concepts.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of Students of Determination, ELL learners, and students with diverse abilities.
• Employ a variety of teaching strategies, including experiments, ICT, project-based learning, and inquiry-led activities to enhance understanding.
• Foster independent, confident, and lifelong learners with strong scientific literacy and critical thinking skills.
• Model best practice in academic integrity, investigative thinking, and creativity.

Assessment, Recording, and Reporting

• Assess and record student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Support students in setting and achieving personal learning targets.
• Produce reports and maintain accurate records of academic, social, and emotional development.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding students' progress, achievements, and next steps.

Pastoral and Behaviour

• Establish and maintain clear, consistent expectations for behaviour aligned with school policies and values.
• Promote respect, empathy, and inclusion within the classroom and wider school community.
• Take proactive measures to safeguard students from abuse, bullying, or discrimination.
• Support students' personal development and wellbeing through mentoring and guidance.

Curriculum Development

• Prepare schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with UK and UAE Ministry of Education curriculum standards.
• Contribute to the development of teaching resources, assessment methods, and enrichment activities.
• Embed UAE heritage, culture, and values across the science curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure cohesive, high-quality provision across subjects.

Professional Development and Contribution

• Engage in continuous professional development and reflect on teaching practice.
• Actively participate in departmental and whole-school meetings and initiatives.
• Support school events, after-school activities, and community engagement.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity at all times.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain effective communication with parents and colleagues.
• Contribute to the broader Smart Vision School community.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Relevant teaching qualification in Science, such as PGCE, QTS, or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years' teaching experience in secondary science.
• Strong understanding of assessment, differentiation, and inclusion.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing requirements.

Desirable

• Experience teaching in UAE or international schools.
• Familiarity with KHDA inspection standards and UAE Ministry of Education secondary science curriculum.

Skills & Competencies

• Empathetic and approachable, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication abilities.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and solution-focused approach.
• Internationally minded with intercultural awareness and creativity.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Set high expectations for all students.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge.
• Promote good progress and plan well-structured lessons.
• Manage behaviour effectively.

Additional Information

Alignment to Standards

• Alignment with UK Teachers' Standards covering high expectations, progress promotion, subject knowledge, lesson planning, differentiation, assessment, behaviour management, and wider professional responsibilities.
• Alignment with KHDA Education Inspection Framework covering student achievement and progress, teaching for effective learning, personal development and wellbeing, provision for Students of Determination, and leadership and professional responsibilities.
• Alignment with UAE Ministry of Education science curriculum including delivery of learning outcomes, development of scientific literacy and investigation skills, embedding of UAE heritage and national values, and support for inclusion and Students of Determination.

Organisational Commitment

• International Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including online due diligence search, references, and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.
• International Schools Partnership is committed to strengthening inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic characteristics.