Physics Teacher, Brighton College Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

This school is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and is looking for a Physics Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION

• To be an ambassador of the College at all times, in school and the United Arab Emirates
• To teach a maximum of an 80% teaching timetable, carry out duties (up to four per week) and actively support the CCA Programme leading a minimum of two activities per week
• To encourage each pupil to reach their academic potential through enthusiastic and personalized teaching, tailored stretch and challenge, rigorous record keeping and follow up
• To be aware of and comply with all the College policies including those for marking and assessment, teaching and learning and reporting
• To develop and share schemes of work and resources, using the agreed formats
• To assist with covering colleagues as required
• To attend all meetings and INSET as required
• To prepare, invigilate and assess, as required internal and external tests and examinations
• To work within a House team as a Tutor in either Years 7-11 or Years 12-13
• To show an active interest in each child’s personal and domestic circumstances and to foster the personal and social developments of each pupil in your care

• To actively promote the social, moral and cultural ethos of the College community
• To create an atmosphere of support by being aware of, and fully complying with, all the College Polices; including the Code of Conduct, School Rules, and the Antibullying Policy
• To be familiar with in all the College’s policies on Health and Safety and be proactive in ensuring the safety of all members of the College community at all times
• To promote exemplary behaviour and a responsible attitude amongst all pupils at all times
• To be aware of and act upon all policies regarding the safeguarding of children
• To promote pride in the College among the pupil body through high standards of dress, behaviour and commitment
• To ensure that all communication is acted upon appropriately and in a timely manner
• To attend Parents’ Evenings, Assemblies, Productions, Sporting and Special Events
• To be responsible for all College resources particularly those in your care, reporting damage or loss to your line manager or the facilities manager, as appropriate
• To contribute to the College website, social media and publications as necessary
• To contribute to the College’s Self Evaluation and Development Plan
• To foster a close partnership with parents, initiating contact in appropriate circumstances and ensuring that there is a record of this
• To be in School prior to 7.00 am and until at least 4:00pm
• To carry out any reasonable professional request made by the Head Master, Head of Senior School or member of the SLT

PERSON SPECIFICATION
◼ Essential qualities will include the ability to work collaboratively and to present to parents, pupils and colleagues a warm, engaging and approachable personality.
◼ The successful candidate will have a university degree and teaching qualification from a recognised academic institution
◼ A distinguished record of teaching
◼ A strong record of professional development
◼ Excellent knowledge of GCSE and A Level Physics
◼ The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding position will have at least 2 years’ experience.