Teacher of Secondary ICT/ IT and Business

Please note this position is available only for FEMALE candidates. NQT are accepted.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated, UK qualified, Secondary School ICT/ IT and Business Studies Teacher. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for teachers to gain experience in one of the premier independent British Curriculum schools in the Middle East. It is a very exciting time to be joining our fabulous school as we continue our expansion.

We are a Microsoft School and all pupils bring their own Microsoft Surface Pro devices to school. We are also aiming to be a Microsoft Showcase School within the next year or two.  

Successful applicants must have:

• A certified UK teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, or PGCE.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in IT, ICT, Computer Studies or Business Studies.
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience of teaching the British National Curriculum in Key Stages 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
• Recent experience teaching two of the following: i/GCSE and AS/A Level ICT, IT, Computer Studies and Business Studies (preferably with either Cambridge or Pearson International Examinations)
• A desire to help build a thriving department in a new girls’ school.
• A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of how to differentiate teaching materials so that all pupils have an opportunity to access the curriculum.
• A willingness to take part in extra-curricular activities after school

Desirable qualities:

• Experience of teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language or English as a Second Language
• Experience of integrating technology into secondary teaching
• Experience or an understanding of how STEM education can be integrated into the secondary ICT / Computer Science / Business Studies curriculum
• Recent UK experience and previous international teaching experience.

As a teacher at Sherborne Qatar you will: 

• Promote our mission and values.
• Have the ability to generate amongst the pupils, an excitement about learning.
• Have a sense of humour and be a team player.
• Be resilient, flexible and open minded   
• Be committed to helping us grow and develop a productive, effective, happy school.                   
• Be emotionally intelligent.

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to teach a range of interesting and hardworking pupils.
• An excellent working environment in a brand new, state-of-the-art school
• The opportunity to get involved in an extensive enrichment programme.
• An attractive tax-free salary, with additional benefits.
• A good work / life balance.
• Strong links to Sherborne Dorset, one of the oldest and most distinguished independent schools.

SAFEGUARDING AND CHILD PROTECTION:

Sherborne Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please complete the TES online application form (Quick Apply) and upload a covering letter of application (no more than two A4 sheets) addressed to the Headmistress, Miss Sofia Darr explaining why you wish to apply for the post and what skills and qualities you can bring.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than Friday 12th July 2024. If you have not heard from the school by Monday 15th July, on this occasion, you have not been successful, and we wish you the best of luck with your job search.

Interviews will take place up to and immediately following the closing date and we reserve the right to make an early appointment. Candidates are encouraged to apply early to secure their role.

Please note that we only accept applications via TES and do not accept CVs.

Successful applicants will be required to travel to Qatar around 21st August 2024 for induction training.

For further information regarding Sherborne Qatar Schools for Girls, please click on “Learn more about this school” below and visit www.sherborneqatar.org.