PE Mentor (Female) (AY 2026–2027)/ Citizens School, Dubai, UAE

About Citizens School

Citizens School is redefining education with a forward-thinking approach that empowers students through our inspiring vision to "Inspire, Empower, Thrive." Our core principles revolve around four essential pillars: cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets, engaging in inquiry-based learning, embracing transdisciplinary project-based learning, and recognizing each learner as a valued individual. Our aim is to prepare students for future challenges by incorporating real-world applications into every subject while fostering their growth in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

Role Overview

Inspire, Empower, Thrive

PE Mentors play a crucial role in actualizing the vision and ethos of Citizens School by embodying the following core values:

· Entrepreneurship
· Empathy
· Inclusivity
· Growth Mindset
· Curiosity
· Resilience
· Well-Being

Citizens School Dubai provides an inspiring and innovative work environment. The successful candidate will join a committed team of PE mentors, working collaboratively across all aspects of the school.

This team collaborates with Senior Leaders to guarantee a curriculum that is comprehensive, sequential, and relevant, addressing the diverse needs of every student. We emphasize the well-being of each learner, offering exceptional pastoral support and encouragement.

All mentors reflect the values of Citizens School and foster a culture that inspires, empowers, and allows learners to thrive, positioning Citizens School as a model of excellence.

Our mission is firmly grounded in ‘Inspiring, Empowering, and enabling all learners to Thrive.’

As a mentor, your responsibility is to integrate and promote this vision in all your activities. You will assist students in discovering their potential and pathways, empowering them to take charge of their learning and flourish in their unique ways.

Our personalized curriculum, the Citizens Future Framework, focuses on four key areas:

1. Entrepreneurship. This illustrates our dedication to fostering innovation, creativity, and initiative. It encourages collaboration and helps students identify opportunities, take informed risks, and make meaningful changes. Our unique curriculum cultivates entrepreneurial mindsets, enabling learners to apply their ideas in practical contexts and evolve into adaptable, influential global leaders.

2. Transdisciplinary Project-Based Learning (PBL). This method intertwines the British Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate framework, inspiring, empowering, and enabling students to thrive by combining academic rigor with inquiry-based learning. It allows them to tackle real-world challenges while developing critical thinking and collaboration skills.

3. "Everyone known and known well." Each learner is recognized as a unique individual. Through personalized learning experiences and strong mentor relationships, we ensure that every learner's strengths, needs, and aspirations are acknowledged and nurtured. This fosters a supportive community where every student is valued, respected, and given the chance to thrive.

4. An inquiry-based approach encourages learners to become curious thinkers and problem-solvers. By asking questions, they explore and investigate to deepen their understanding. Through research, they connect concepts across disciplines and relate them to real-world scenarios, igniting a passion for discovery.

STATUS OF THE POST

This position is a Main Scale subject mentor role within the school’s framework.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual in this position is expected to align with the characteristics outlined in the Professional and Pastoral Expectations and will need to utilize their professional skills and judgment to collaboratively fulfill the professional duties outlined below:

Core Responsibilities:

1. Subject Knowledge
· Be an enthusiastic, engaging, and dynamic PE Teacher.
· Embrace innovative curriculum and pedagogical methods, demonstrating a readiness to research and incorporate best practices in education.
· Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of the subjects within the primary and secondary PE curriculum, with the ability to adapt and innovate, recognizing that each child's learning will be tailored to their needs, abilities, and interests.
· Promote high standards of communication, collaboration, curiosity, and creativity.
· Show a clear understanding of physical education development in schools and how to enhance it through a thematic curriculum.

2. Curriculum Design and Adaptation
· Plan, create, and develop exciting and engaging learning opportunities that foster knowledge, skills, and learning habits throughout the curriculum.
· Design lessons that align with the National Curriculum and explore how to extend learning experiences through our core curriculum's six strands.
· Integrate regulatory subjects relevant to the region into the broader learning experience for students.
· Plan effectively for learners of varying abilities, ensuring lessons are customized to meet the diverse needs of all students.
· Strategically implement digital technology in learning.
· Enhance learning through the effective use of resources.
· Connect planned outcomes and formative assessments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of next steps in learning.
· Utilize internal tracking systems to monitor and report on student progress.
· Maintain clear and regular communication with parents regarding learning, including mindset, well-being, and holistic development.

3. Learning and Teaching
· Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters high expectations and a purposeful atmosphere.
· Treat students with respect, building trust-based relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
· Encourage a love for learning and nurture students' intellectual curiosity.
· Ensure that all learning is engaging and responsive to students' needs, taking into account their learning pace, interests, and desire for choice.
· Emphasize the School’s commitment to inclusion and innovation.
· Support all students in demonstrating integrity, respect, and compassion.
· Understand the importance of seamless transitions between year groups and classes.
· Center learning around the needs of students.
· Consider and act upon the ideas, thoughts, and suggestions of students, providing appropriate challenges.

4. Collaboration and Community
· Regularly reflect on and critically assess your own teaching practices and lesson effectiveness.
· Be receptive to coaching and feedback, welcoming praise and developmental dialogue.
· Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices, share ideas, and work together to enhance community engagement.
· Partner with Learning Support Assistants and coaches to ensure all learners access high-quality PE learning.
· Share expertise through Professional Learning and Development (PLD).
· Engage in Action Research and be open to experimental approaches that could positively influence student well-being and subject development.
· Contribute positively to the school's broader ethos and community, including participation in the extensive co-curricular program.
· Establish strong partnerships with parents/carers and the wider community.
· Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
· Show respect for the rights of others.
· Maintain a professional regard for the ethos, policies, and practices of the School, ensuring high standards in attendance and punctuality.
· Present a positive image of the school to all stakeholders.

5. Safeguarding, Inclusion, and Wellbeing
· Citizens School is devoted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people through rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of high moral character and suitable to work with children and young adults. All staff are expected to share and uphold this commitment to safeguarding.
· Take proactive measures in safeguarding all children and members of the school community.
· Adhere to all school policies and procedures.
· Contribute to a fully inclusive school environment where all staff collaborate to ensure unbiased and equitable practices.
· Promote the overall progress and well-being of all learners and report any concerns to appropriate staff.
· Provide guidance and support to learners on educational, pastoral, and social matters.
· Ensure that learners receive a personalized educational experience that develops their skills and abilities.
· Plan, deliver, and review lessons appropriately.
· Assess, record, and report on students' development, progress, and attainment following school policy.
· Promote positive behavior for learning in accordance with the school’s policy.

6. Other Responsibilities
· Exhibit a clear understanding of physical education components as part of the National Curriculum for England and Wales, adapting and innovating to meet each child's unique learning requirements.
· Demonstrate knowledge of physical education development in schools and enhance it through thematic curricula.
· Collaborate with colleagues to plan learning opportunities and effective transition processes.
· Take a leadership role in all physical education aspects and activities organized by the school, including off-site events where the school is represented.
· Additionally, all staff may be assigned other duties in consultation with the Principal.

If you are interested in joining a progressive and innovative school with excellent facilities, talented mentors, and thriving students, we encourage you to apply for this position.

How to Apply
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To apply, please submit the following documents:
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Completed Citizens TES Application Form
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Current CV with a recent photograph
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Cover letter detailing your suitability for the position
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early submissions.
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Start Date: August 2026

Safeguarding Commitment:
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Citizens School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
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Citizens School is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and perspectives.