Teachers of English - September 2024
Jumeirah College
United Arab Emirates
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive Tax Free Salary. Furnished accommodation. Flights. VISA. Medical Cover. Tuition fee concession for dependents.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 26 July 2024
Job overview
We are currently seeking to employ an experienced Teacher of English for Jumeirah College, Dubai. This appointment is for September 2024 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 62 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 2023 over 99% of GCSE results were 9-4 out of which 47% were 9, and at A level over 44% of all grades were A*/A with over 77% 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 English
We are looking to appoint outstanding Teachers of English to join the College. English 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 English 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 work in an exceptional department. In 2023 the results were outstanding. In GCSE English Language/Literature over 99% of students achieved grades 9-4. At A Level English Language – 67% achieved A* - B out of which 17% were A*/A. English Literature – 67% achieved A* - B out of which 33% were A*/A.
The opportunities which English present for students is central to the philosophy of the school. As a result, this appointment is crucial to the continued development of Jumeirah College.
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 2 years’ experience of the National Curriculum for England.
- Experience of teaching English Language and Media Studies up to A Level is a preference
- 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 b.farrell_jcd@gemsedu.com. The subject of all applications must include the job title and the job reference number. The deadline for applications is June 14th.
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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About Jumeirah College
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 2023 over 99% of GCSE results were 9-4 out of which 47% were 9, and at A level over 44% of all grades were A*/A with over 77% 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, and being recognised as achieving the ‘Best Progress in Dubai’ by Which School Advisor. Jumeirah College is ranked in the Spears Index as one of the top 100 schools in the world and in the top 10 schools in the Middle East.
Jumeirah College is an inclusive school.
Jumeirah College has a strong partnership with another outstanding school led by an exceptional and long-serving Principal, Jumeirah Primary School which is a feeder for Jumeirah College. You will hold a pivotal role in continuing to strengthen this powerful connection and build on the partnership to support the future journeys of both schools.
Principal/ CEO
Nick Brain
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