Outstanding Teacher of Geography (Jan 2027 start)

Safeguarding Statement Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.   Job Overview This is a rare opportunity to join the multi-award-winning team at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, an outstanding and highly respected British international school in the heart of Dubai. We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking  Teacher of Geography  who combines deep subject knowledge with the skill and ambition to deliver exceptional examination results and outstanding student outcomes. A proven record of success at Key Stages 4 and 5 is essential, along with a passion for engaging every learner through high-quality, inclusive teaching. At DBSJP, professional dialogue, innovation, and shared ambition drive everything we do. Guided by our vision of “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve, ” you’ll join a community that values excellence, professional growth, and wellbeing -  all within a premium, state-of-the-art school environment.   Our school   Dubai British School Jumeirah Park (DBSJP) is a multi-award-winning, outstanding British international school, educating over  2100   students    aged  3 to 18. Recognised as Outstanding by both BSO and KHDA, DBSJP is not just a school of exceptional academic results, but a thriving, inclusive community where students are inspired to flourish in every aspect of their lives.   Our students consistently achieve outstanding A-level results and go on to study at leading universities across the globe, yet the school is equally proud of nurturing  each individual’s  unique talents, passions, and creativity. DBSJP has been recognised as the Best School in the UAE for Performing Arts and for Staff Wellbeing and was a Best School in the World finalist for Community Collaboration , r eflecting a culture that values excellence, care, and connection equally.   We are also the first school in the UAE to achieve Centre of Excellence status with IQM,   demonstrating  our pioneering commitment to inclusion and innovation. Every initiative, every classroom, every programme is guided by our vision:  “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve ” .  At DBSJP, high achievement goes  hand-in-hand  with curiosity, creativity, resilience, and wellbeing, creating a community where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally  -  and are prepared to make a positive impact on the world. Our Curriculum DBSJP follows the National Curriculum for England, from EYFS through to GCSE, BTEC and A Level examination courses. The curriculum is significantly enhanced by the local context and culture. The  opportunities that students enjoy outside the classroom are just as important as the main  curriculum  and we offer an extensive,   competitive  and varied extra-curricular activities  programme. Our offer Taaleem provides excellent, high-quality purpose-built accommodation for teaching staff equipped with gym,   pool  and all amenities. We offer an attractive tax-free salary, medical insurance, free  child  places  and an annual flight allowance along with great corporate discounts with many service providers in Dubai.  Living in the UAE With year-round sunshine, a tax-free  salary  and endless career development opportunities, Dubai is one of the major players in the international teaching market. Whether you enjoy spending your weekends dune bashing and cycling the desert tracks or indulging in some retail therapy before a dip in the sea – Dubai has it all.  It’s   a great place  to develop yourself professionally, while enjoying an enriching life outside of the workplace. At Taaleem, we are proud and privileged to  operate  some of the leading schools in the UAE, led by outstanding teachers from all over the world. Our schools are  located  across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, catering to the British, IB and American curricula, so we always look for a diverse and inspiring teaching body who are looking to help  educate  and develop the future generations.  

Secondary Islamic Teacher

Primary Job Purpose:The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence,  innovation, creativity, and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programs lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.Key Responsibilities:• Representing areas of knowledge, understanding and skills, in all their richness, to students taught.• Inculcating byprecept andexample the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion.• Engaging andmotivating students to achieve levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits.• Using excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning.Teaching• Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation.• Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of allStudent's individual educational needs.• Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, at home and elsewhere as appropriate.• Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students.• Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice.Assessment, recording and reporting• Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes.• Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students.• Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learningCurriculum Development• Advise and co-operate with the Principal and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.• Take responsibility for specific subjects.• To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculumTaaleem Professional Teachers’ Standards:Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents and other stakeholders in the best interestsPart One: TeachingA teacher must:1. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.2. Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.3. Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions.4. Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behavior which are expected of pupils.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behavior and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.OSH Roles and Responsibilities include:• Bring up OSH concerns to the attention of his direct Supervisor or OSH department.• Exercise effective supervision of their pupils and to know the procedures in respect of fire, first aid and other emergencies, and to carry them out.• Follow the OSH procedures applicable to their area of work.• Give clear oral and written health and safety instructions and warnings to students as often as necessary.• Ensure the use of personal protective equipment and guards where necessary.• Make recommendations to their Heads of Department/School Principal on OSH equipment and on additions or necessary improvements to plant, tools, equipment, or machinery Ensure that personal items of equipment (electrical or mechanical) are not brought into the school without prior authorization.• Regularly check their classrooms for potential hazards and report any observed to the Facilities Manager.• Report all accidents, defects and dangerous occurrences to their Head of Department in the first instance• Be vigilant in the work area, identify and report to their supervisors about imminent dangers / hazards / concerns to environment, health, and safetyCommitment to Safeguarding and Child Protection:Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications,  identification, and police checks, including overseas checks

Assistant Headteacher - Curriculum and Assessment - August 2027

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month.   Harrow International School Abu Dhabi is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher - Curriculm and Assessment - to join the founding team and become part of the legacy. The Assistant Head (Curriculum and Assessment) will be a visible, trusted and inspiring leader. As a member of our founding leadership team, we are seeking someone who is willing to make a strong contribution to the school’s development. You will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best. Reporting to the Head of Junior School, the Assistant Head (Curriculum and Assessment) plays a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and academic achievement across the Junior School. The postholder will lead the strategic development of the Curriculum, ensuring coherence, innovation, and excellence in all areas of provision. A key focus of the role is the oversight of assessment practices and the effective use of data to inform teaching, raise attainment, and secure continuous school improvement. The Assistant Head will also ensure that all curriculum and assessment policies and practices fully comply with the expectations of the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and reflect the ethos and aspirations of the school. In addition to leading on curriculum and assessment, the post-holder will also assume oversight of a designated phase of the Junior School—either Early Years or Upper Years—allocated according to their experience and expertise. The Assistant Head (Curriculum and Assessment), working alongside the rest of the leadership team, will be instrumental in ensuring that all Harrow teachers (Beaks) deliver exemplary teaching and learning within their subject discipline, fostering an environment where every pupil is supported, challenged, and inspired to excel. They will uphold the highest academic standards while embodying the distinctive Harrow values of courage, honour, humility, and fellowship. Beyond the classroom, they will play an active role in the Harrow House system, contribute to the breadth of co-curricular opportunities, and enrich the wider life of the School. In doing so, they will strengthen the traditions of Harrow while shaping an educational experience uniquely aligned with the aspirations of Harrow Abu Dhabi.  Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership and Curriculum Development- Support the Head of Junior School in providing strategic leadership and direction for the development, implementation, and continual refinement of the curriculum across all Key Stages within the Junior School. - Ensure the curriculum is broad, balanced, progressive and aligned with the school’s ethos, values, and both international and national frameworks, including the requirements of the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). - Oversee medium and long-term curriculum planning to ensure it embodies coherence, academic rigour, cross-curricular opportunities and challenge, while reflecting the distinctive ethos of Harrow Abu Dhabi.  - Engage with leading educational research and subject-specific developments in order to lead curriculum innovation, evidence-based practice and future-focused pedagogies, ensuring high levels of engagement and the development of key skills for all pupils. - Work closely with subject leaders and class teachers to review and refine schemes of work, ensuring they provide intellectual rigour, engagement and opportunities for creativity, while ensuring all pupils are challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve their full potential.  Assessment and Academic Standards - Lead the development and implementation of a robust formative and summative assessment framework that supports effective tracking of pupil progress and attainment and which allows teachers to recognise achievement, inform planning and accelerate progress. - Ensure assessment practices are consistent, accurate, and aligned with both international and national expectations. - Analyse school-wide assessment data to identify trends, set ambitious targets, and inform teaching and learning priorities. - Oversee the effective use of data to drive improvement, supporting teachers in using assessment information to plan interventions and personalise learning. - Report regularly to the Headmaster, the Head of Junior School and, when required, to the Harrow Board of Governors on academic performance, progress, and outcomes.  Quality Assurance and Compliance - Monitor the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment through regular observations, book looks, and data reviews, providing incisive, constructive and timely feedback; highlighting best practice and providing support for improvement. - Ensure all curriculum and assessment practices comply with International and national standards, including ADEK policies, frameworks, and inspection criteria. - Lead the preparation of documentation and evidence for relevant accreditations, ADEK inspections, internal reviews, and self-evaluation processes. - Contribute to the ongoing development of the school’s Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) and School Improvement Plan (SIP), ensuring alignment with international and national requirements for outstanding provision.  Staff Leadership and Professional Development - Support, mentor, and challenge teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences and effective assessment practices which enable each child to flourish academically and personally, in keeping with the Harrow tradition of nurturing individual strengths. - Lead professional development sessions on teaching and learning, including curriculum design, assessment for learning, data-informed teaching as well as providing opportunities for teachers to collaborate purposefully and share best practice. - Contribute to performance management by setting clear expectations, monitoring outcomes, and supporting staff in achieving their professional goals. - Foster a culture of reflective practice, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the teaching team.  School Improvement and Community Engagement - Play a key role in developing and implementing initiatives that raise academic standards and enhance the learning experience across the Junior School. - Support the Head of Junior School in overseeing the academic budget to ensure there is a stimulating and well-resourced learning environment, reflective of Harrow’s standards of excellence, and conducive to scholarship and collaboration. - Communicate effectively with parents regarding curriculum, assessment, and pupil progress, ensuring transparency and partnership in supporting learning. - Contribute to the wider life of the school, demonstrating commitment to the school’s values and ethos, and building a reputation for excellence within Abu Dhabi's educational community. - Represent the school professionally in interactions with ADEK and other educational bodies.  Pastoral Care and Safeguarding Provide exemplary pastoral care, nurturing pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development, and ensuring that every child feels known, valued, and supported. Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, child protection, and pupil welfare, maintaining unwavering compliance with Harrow Abu Dhabi policies, UAE regulations, and international best practice. Communicate proactively and sensitively with parents, maintaining accurate, timely records of all relevant interactions, and fostering strong partnerships between home and School. Model and instill Harrow’s core values of Courage, Honour, Humility, and Fellowship, ensuring they are lived out daily in teaching, pastoral practice, and wider school life. Contribute actively to the House system, cultivating pride, belonging, and fellowship, and helping pupils to experience their House as a cornerstone of their Harrow journey.

MFL Teacher - Immediate Start

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.Job Purpose:The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.Key Relationships (Internal and External)Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.Key Accountabilities:- Representing areas of knowledge, understanding and skills, in all their richness, to students taught.- Inculcating by precept and example the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion.- Engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits.- Using excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning.- Making full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels.- Planning lessons taking full account of students’ individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities.- Encouraging and enabling all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners.- Maintaining excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school.- Planning and delivery of a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum.- Co-operating with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment- Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child.- Maintain high levels of confidentiality when speaking to parents and external parties.- Model good practice of academic honesty.- Contribute actively to department discussions in meeting.- Contribute to and plan after-school activities as required.- Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.- Other responsibilities as reasonably requested.Teaching- Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation.- Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all students’ individual educational needs.- Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, at home and elsewhere as appropriate.- Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters.- Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students.- Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice.Assessment, Recording and Reporting- Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes.- Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students.- Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning.Continuing Professional Development- Keep under review her/his methods of teaching and programmes of work.- Be pro-active and take accountability for own development.- Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher.Curriculum Development- Advise and co-operate with the Principal and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.- Take responsibility for specific subjects.- To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum.Taaleem Professional Teachers’ Standards:Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents and other stakeholders in the best interests of their pupils.Part One: TeachingA teacher must:- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.- Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.- Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.- Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.- Promote good progress and outcomes with/for pupils.- Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes.- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these.- Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs.- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching.- Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge.- Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.- Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship.- Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject.- If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.- If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.- Plan and teach well-structured lessons.- Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.- Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity.- Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.- Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.- Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:- Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.- Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.- Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.- Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.- Make accurate and productive use of assessment.- Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements.- Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress.- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.- Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback.- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment:- Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.- Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.- Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them.- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities.- Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the school.- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support.- Deploy support staff effectively.- Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.- Communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by:- Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.- Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory/regulatory provisions.- Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.- Not undermining fundamental values and culture of the UAE, ensuring that due diligence and respect is given to the associated precedence of the country.- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.Teachers must have proper and professional regard and adhere to school policies with regard to dress code, footwear, make up and jewelry.Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the policies set out by Taaleem which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.

English Teacher - January 2027

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.Job Purpose:The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.Key Relationships (Internal and External)Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.Key Accountabilities:- Representing areas of knowledge, understanding and skills, in all their richness, to students taught.- Inculcating by precept and example the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion.- Engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits.- Using excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning.- Making full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels.- Planning lessons taking full account of students’ individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities.- Encouraging and enabling all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners.- Maintaining excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school.- Planning and delivery of a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum.- Co-operating with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment- Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child.- Maintain high levels of confidentiality when speaking to parents and external parties.- Model good practice of academic honesty.- Contribute actively to department discussions in meeting.- Contribute to and plan after-school activities as required.- Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.- Other responsibilities as reasonably requested.Teaching- Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation.- Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all students’ individual educational needs.- Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, at home and elsewhere as appropriate.- Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters.- Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students.- Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice.Assessment, Recording and Reporting- Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes.- Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students.- Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning.Continuing Professional Development- Keep under review her/his methods of teaching and programmes of work.- Be pro-active and take accountability for own development.- Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher.Curriculum Development- Advise and co-operate with the Principal and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.- Take responsibility for specific subjects.- To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum.Taaleem Professional Teachers’ Standards:Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents and other stakeholders in the best interests of their pupils.Part One: TeachingA teacher must:- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.- Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.- Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.- Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.- Promote good progress and outcomes with/for pupils.- Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes.- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these.- Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs.- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching.- Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge.- Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.- Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship.- Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject.- If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.- If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.- Plan and teach well-structured lessons.- Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.- Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity.- Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.- Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.- Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:- Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.- Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.- Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.- Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.- Make accurate and productive use of assessment.- Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements.- Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress.- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.- Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback.- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.- Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.- Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.- Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them.- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities.- Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the school.- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support.- Deploy support staff effectively.- Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.- Communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by:- Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.- Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory/regulatory provisions.- Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.- Not undermining fundamental values and culture of the UAE, ensuring that due diligence and respect is given to the associated precedence of the country.- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.Teachers must have proper and professional regard and adhere to school policies with regard to dress code, footwear, make up and jewelry.Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the policies set out by Taaleem which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.

KG Teacher - January 2027

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. Job Purpose  The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.  Key Relationships (Internal and External)  Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team. 

Accountant

Job PurposeOversee the day-to-day accounting/budgets of the school.Key AccountabilitiesManage the invoicing/ banking/collection of monies using Focus software in line with Taaleem protocols.Manage school invoicing & collections for trips, examinations & other activities.Follow-up of accounts receivable as per Taaleem protocols.Prepare refund requests and related protocols in Focus.Keep the daily accounts updated so that information can be shared with the Principal and CO Finance team.Reconcile of students with class register and admissions.Support the Admissions Manager with all necessary support for student enrollment.Manage the day-to-day petty cash system.Process all vendor payments and staff expense claims.Deal with the administration of supply teacher salary/paperwork.Support the HR Advisor with the financial implications of teacher absence.Deal with the finances of any professional development request authorised by the SLT.Assist Principal in preparation of annual budgets & implement procedures to maintain tight budget control and have available reports for the Principal on the current budget status.Process annual order & supplier payments.Take care of any required data entry and /or changes that need to be made in Focus.Undertake the daily banking reconciliation and associated reports.Other duties as reasonably expected. 

Learning Assistant - Librarian

Safeguarding Statement Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.  Job Purpose: The fundamental responsibility of teachers is to embrace the values and beliefs of the school and to work constantly to translate them into daily practice within the domain of the library.  Key Accountabilities: - Maintain an attractive, ordered and clean library environment, bulletin boards, displays, seating arrangements etc. that reflect the school values as well as current, relevant and curricular topics; - Promote an understanding of the difference between research and inquiry; - Select, order, process, and publicize new materials; - Serve as a resource for literacy support and curriculum integration of technology; - Provide access to information through acquiring and organizing diverse materials; - Involve the school community in collection building using interactive polls and web-based suggestion forms; - Create, where possible, space for, media production—podcasting, video production, storytelling–producing and presenting. - Use a consistent classroom management system that is developmentally appropriate to the year level; - Provide a flexible schedule that allows for more time to be given to classes on a needs basis; - Address the needs of students catering for the different needs of the students (SEN, EAL etc); - Show evidence of methodology in practice; - Utilise best practice in embedding technology into all aspects of the students’ learning; - Demonstrate and model international mindedness and appreciation of the UAE; - Provide orientation and instruction in the use and care of print and non-print materials and equipment in the library; - Instruct students on the evolving strategies for collecting and evaluating information, such as tags, and hashtags, and feeds, and real-time searches and sources, as well as the traditional database approaches; - Provide students and teachers with access to databases, portals, websites, blogs, videos, and other media; - Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and where necessary work within the teacher’s classroom and to be open to teach virtually across the school; - Promote the joy of reading and an appreciation of literature, sharing books as well as promoting social networking tools like Shelfari, Good Reads, or LibraryThing ; - Explore the use of teleconferencing tools like Teams/Zoom as a way to open the library to authors, experts, book discussion, debates, and more; - Adhere at all times to the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, ensuring all concerns are immediately passed on to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead(s).   Internal and External Interactions: Manage personnel working within the library; Coordinate the management of the library including cataloguing of all teaching resources; Collaborate with other key people regularly and effectively; Establish and maintain a Primary School Library webpage on the school website; Provide regular on-going after hour activities for the school community such parent/child reading nights; Become a member of a library network (e.g. Taaleem jobalikes, across Dubai etc).

DP Maths Teacher (Post-16)

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.Job Purpose:The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.Key Relationships (Internal and External)Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.Key Accountabilities:Representing areas of knowledge, understanding and skills, in all their richness, to students taught.Inculcating by precept and example the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion.Engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits.Using excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning.Making full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels.Planning lessons taking full account of students’ individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities.Encouraging and enabling all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners.Maintaining excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school.Planning and delivery of a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum.Co-operating with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishmentCommunicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child.Maintain high levels of confidentiality when speaking to parents and external parties.Model good practice of academic honesty.Contribute actively to department discussions in meeting.Contribute to and plan after-school activities as required.Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.Other responsibilities as reasonably requested.Teaching- Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation.- Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all students’ individual educational needs.- Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, at home and elsewhere as appropriate.- Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters.- Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students.- Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice.Assessment, Recording and Reporting- Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes.- Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students.- Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning.Continuing Professional Development- Keep under review her/his methods of teaching and programmes of work.- Be pro-active and take accountability for own development.- Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher.Curriculum Development- Advise and co-operate with the Principal and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.- Take responsibility for specific subjects.- To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum.Taaleem Professional Teachers’ Standards:Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents and other stakeholders in the best interests of their pupils.Part One: TeachingA teacher must:- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils:- Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.- Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.- Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.- Promote good progress and outcomes with/for pupils:- Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these- Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching- Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge:- Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.- Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship.- Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject.- If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.- If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.- Plan and teach well-structured lessons:- Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.- Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity.- Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.- Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.- Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:- Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.- Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.- Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.- Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.- Make accurate and productive use of assessment:- Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements.- Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress.- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.- Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback.- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment:- Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.- Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.- Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them.- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities:- Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the school.- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support.- Deploy support staff effectively.- Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.- Communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders with regard to pupils’ achievements and well- being.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by:- Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position- Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory/regulatory provisions.- Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.- Not undermining fundamental values and culture of the UAE, ensuring that due diligence and respect is given to the associated precedence of the country.- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.Teachers must have proper and professional regard and adhere to school policies with regard to dress code, footwear, make up and jewelry.Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the policies set out by Taaleem which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.

Marketing Executive

T aaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.  No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month.   Harrow International School is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Marketing Executive to join in September 2026. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;} a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;} As part of our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best. As the Marketing and Communications Executive, you will be the driving force behind Harrow's brand presence and enrollment growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase the distinctive Harrow educational experience to our community and prospective families. Key Accountabilities: Overall responsibility for the delivery of marketing and communications activities, that reflects the values and standards of a Harrow education: academic excellence, character development, and global citizenship. Management of the school's social media channels and internal and external communication. The mission to promote, showcase and market the school to both external and internal stakeholders – primarily parents, prospective parents, press and social media outlets. The task to develop stronger loyalty and advocacy for the school and the wider Taaleem group through a range of marketing, communication and social media tactics to ensure the school meets its recruitment, reputation and retention targets. The responsibility to execute Harrow International School's Marketing strategy and support the creation of a school-specific Marketing strategy, working closely alongside the Taaleem Central Office Marketing team. Execute Harrow International School's Marketing strategy and support the creation of a school-specific Marketing strategy, working closely alongside the Taaleem Central Office Marketing team.   Key Responsibilities Strategic Marketing Leadership Collaborate with the Central Office Marketing team to develop and implement a comprehensive school marketing strategy aligned with Harrow's educational philosophy and enrollment objectives Execute Harrow International School's Marketing strategy and support the creation of a school-specific Marketing strategy that reflects the values and standards of a Harrow education Manage the school's marketing budget effectively, ensuring maximum impact for investment Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to enhance the school's competitive position Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making Digital Marketing and Brand Management Lead the school's digital presence, including website management and content strategy Manage all school social media channels to develop stronger loyalty and advocacy for the school Develop and execute engaging social media campaigns across multiple platforms Implement SEO and digital advertising strategies to increase visibility and engagement Ensure consistent brand representation across all touchpoints, upholding Harrow's prestigious image Track and analyze digital marketing metrics to optimize performance Content Creation and Communication Create compelling content that authentically communicates Harrow's unique educational approach Manage all internal and external communications, ensuring timely and effective information flow to all stakeholders Oversee the production of high-quality marketing materials including videos, brochures, newsletters, and digital assets Promote, showcase and market the school to parents, prospective parents, press and social media outlets Cultivate media relationships and secure positive press coverage Develop strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities to enhance brand visibility Admissions and Event Support (Reorganized section) Collaborate with the Admissions team to create impactful recruitment materials and experiences Plan and execute engaging open days, tours, and information sessions that showcase the school's distinctive offerings Support parent engagement initiatives to foster community and retention Identify and participate in external events that offer recruitment or brand-building opportunities Support efforts to ensure the school meets its recruitment, reputation and retention targets