Primary TeacherStart Date: August 2024Contract Type: Full TimeLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaDue to continued growth and expansion the school is looking for more Primary Teachers to join the school at the start of the academic year 2024/25. These are outstanding opportunities to join an expanding, talented and dedicated team. The school aims to provide the best possible all-round education and excellent pastoral care for every child.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 ExpectationsSchool Values and EthosYou 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 LearningYou 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 programmes.Other ResponsibilitiesYou 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.Professional StandardsYou will be expected to:attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school functions and other staff meetings;recognise the importance of being an exemplary role model to all children within the School;maintain high standards of professional behaviour in accordance with the school ethos, including timekeeping and personal presentation;take personal responsibility for evaluating and reflecting upon your teaching in order to continually develop and improve your practice;always maintain professional and productive relationships with colleagues;always promote the school in a positive manner;fulfil any reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the Head.Safeguarding ResponsibilitiesYou will be expected to:comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring that any safeguarding concerns are reported in line with the School policy;demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and children's well-being.Person SpecificationQualifications, Skills and ExperienceYou should have (essential):a relevant Bachelor's Degree;a UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Qualified Teacher Status;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 communitya commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students;knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice;It will be desirable if you have: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 QualitiesWe 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;is light-spirited, has a growth mindset and the ability to laugh with othershas 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.
