Class Teachers have a responsibility for delivering the majority of the curriculum to their class, but will work closely with colleagues ensuring a collaborative approach to teaching and learning across the Year Group.

The Children therefore receive the same opportunities, and all teachers feel supported by a strong team.

Arabic, Islamic, Music and PE are taught by specialist teachers to enhance the curriculum.

Each class receives support from a dedicated Teaching Assistant.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

School Values and Ethos

You will be expected to:

• actively promote the school's vision, aims and values through enthusiastic participation in all

areas of school life;

• share and support the school's commitment to provide an all-round, outstanding education

for all our children;

• always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge children;

• have the highest aspirations for all our children's development and achievements, both in and

out of the classroom;

• offer excellent pastoral care for all children;

• respect and support Saudi culture.

Teaching and Learning

You will be expected to:

• deliver our broad and balanced curriculum;

• deliver well-planned, engaging and creative lessons, ensuring that the needs of all children are met;

• facilitate and encourage high quality learning which provides children with the opportunity to

achieve their full potential;

• use technology to enhance teaching and support learning;

• differentiate appropriately, using approaches that enable every student to access all areas of

the curriculum and make excellent progress;

• demonstrate excellent subject knowledge relevant to the age group;

• set students challenging developmental goals and draw upon varied strategies, resources and

technologies in order to support students in achieving these goals;

• make effective use of Teaching Support Assistants to support children in class;

• follow the Aldenham procedures for assessing, recording and reporting on children's

achievements and to use this information effectively to influence future learning and convey

progress in report writing;

• provide students with regular written and oral feedback and encourage them to reflect and

respond to their feedback;

• participate fully in co-curricular and activity programs.

Other Responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• follow and implement School Policies and procedures in and out of the classroom;

• provide a safe, purposeful and well-managed learning environment;

• value the home-school-community partnership, working closely with other members of staff

to establish and manage good relationships with parents and key stakeholders.

Skills

Person Specification

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

You should have (essential):

• a relevant Bachelor's Degree;

• a UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Qualified Teacher Status;

• a minimum of two years relevant teaching experience;

• excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum;

• a proven track record of effective teaching;

• a strong academic background, stature and experience that will command the respect of

pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community

• a commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students;

• knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice;

You should have (desirable):

• an understanding of the demands of a UK independent school environment;

• experience working with children who have English as an Additional Language;

• a secure knowledge of using technology to support Education.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about all round education and can inspire children to have a lifelong love of

  learning;

• is understanding of the needs, challenges and opportunities in the context of an international

  community;

• is a positive team player;

• has a ‘lightness of spirit’ and the ability to laugh with others

• has the energy and charisma to create a positive learning environment in line with the

  School's vision;

• is a self-starter and driven to succeed;

• is an enthusiastic, hard worker who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that the

  curriculum is accessible to all and to challenge their students;

• is willing to listen to others and collaborate, sharing best practice to ensure excellent

  outcomes for all children.

Job Details

Posted Date: 2024-06-04

Job Location: Saudi Arabia - Riyadh

Job Role: Teaching and Academics