Secondary Teacher of Drama at Safa Community School

POST: Secondary Teacher of Drama at Safa Community School, Dubai

Safa Community School stands as a pillar of excellence. In 2024, we were proud to receive the title of ‘Happiest School in the UAE,’ highlighting our unwavering dedication to student welfare. Furthermore, we earned the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award,’ which underscores our commitment to academic advancement, as evidenced by our impressive GCSE VA score of +2.2 in 2024. Our high rates of staff retention and recognition as one of the top 15 schools in the UAE by the Schoolscompared.com survey are points of pride for our community.

At Safa Community School, we embody more than just an educational institution—we are a vibrant community. Our parent body consists largely of expatriates, with approximately 35% from the UK, and we have cultivated a reputation for being a welcoming, friendly, and community-focused school. The strong relationships among staff, parents, and students reflect our inclusive ethos, ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging. This unique atmosphere distinguishes us and fosters a feeling of home for all.

Safa Community School is an award-winning all-through institution offering the UK curriculum from FS1 to Year 13, serving a student body of 2,640. You can catch a glimpse of our thriving community by following our school Instagram channel at safa_scs, where we celebrate student accomplishments, community activities, and more. Learn how we cultivate talent, encourage creativity, and create a nurturing environment for every learner.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama teacher to join our esteemed secondary department.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching across various age groups and abilities, specifically at the GCSE and A-Level stages, with a proven record of achieving excellent results.

This position is being offered as part of our strategic expansion to accommodate rising student enrollment and demand for our programs.

General Professional Responsibilities

The role of a teacher encompasses the following professional duties:

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Delivering lessons, including planning and preparing courses, assigning and grading work, and assessing and reporting on student development, progress, and achievement in alignment with the school’s expectations and policies.

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Utilizing data to enhance classroom instruction, monitoring student progress, and implementing timely interventions as needed.

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Preparing students for public examinations, evaluating students for these assessments, documenting results, and attending relevant meetings regarding the administration of public examinations.

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Engaging with parents through communication and consultation, including composing reports.

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Participating in Parents’ Evenings and Open Evenings.

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Maintaining discipline and order among students in the classroom.

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Attending departmental meetings and Open Evenings.

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Collaborating with team members to shape departmental policies and practices, introduce curricular initiatives, and develop teaching and assessment methods.

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Assisting with administrative and organizational tasks to ensure the department operates smoothly.

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Staying updated with curriculum innovations, participating in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and contributing to personal professional growth.

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Working in tandem with support teachers in the classroom.

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Taking responsibility for mentoring a beginning teacher, if applicable.

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Preparing assignments for classes when absences are known in advance and providing work for absent colleagues as necessary.

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Overseeing a specific area of the curriculum, administration, innovation, or project.

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Completing additional tasks as reasonably directed by the Head of Department.

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Acquainting oneself with the DSIB inspection framework and the expectations for outstanding teaching and learning within the UAE.

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Supporting UAE initiatives and cultural norms.

Candidate Profile

We require that the successful applicant:

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Possesses relevant qualifications.

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Has experience teaching in British Curriculum schools, specifically in IGCSE and A-Level.

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Is passionate about Drama and able to inspire students with this enthusiasm.

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Understands assessment and examination requirements for KS3, KS4, and KS5.

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Demonstrates exceptional teaching skills and a proven track record of student progress.

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Collaborates effectively within a team environment.

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Keeps abreast of developments in their subject area.

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Shows a commitment to professional growth, seeking training opportunities within and outside the department to advance their career.

Note:

This job description is subject to regular review and may be amended as necessary.

Application Process

The deadline for applications is Thursday, 30th April 2026, at 10:00 UAE time.

To apply, please follow these instructions:

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All applications must be submitted via the TES/Schrole Portal. Only applications submitted through this Portal will be considered.

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Only candidates with teaching experience in GCSE and A-Level will be reviewed.

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Submit a current, comprehensive resume/CV.

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Include a cover letter of no more than two A4 pages.

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Provide at least three referees, including names, telephone numbers (with international dialing codes), and email addresses. One referee must be a current employer.

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Applications will be processed in the order they are received, and interviews may occur at any time after submission. We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so we encourage interested applicants to apply promptly.

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Following initial interviews, arrangements will be made for those candidates who will advance to the second round.

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A demonstration lesson will be part of the interview process.

Feedback will only be provided to candidates who reach the interview stage upon request.