Teacher of English - August 2026

The School

Cheltenham Muscat, which welcomed its first students in September 2021, is the first premium British school in Oman for learners aged 3 to 18. Situated on a cutting-edge campus, both students and staff enjoy outstanding facilities that support both academic and extracurricular activities, strengthened by the robust support of our partner, Cheltenham College, which has been delivering high-quality education for over 180 years.

The Person

We are in search of a dedicated educator who is not only enthusiastic about their subject but also motivated to inspire our exceptional students. The successful candidate will hold high expectations for themselves and their students, nurturing a constructive environment and fostering strong relationships within our school community.

Please note that candidates must have at least three full years of relevant teaching experience to be eligible for a work permit in Oman.

Person Specification

• Commitment to high standards and inclusive education, with elevated expectations for all students.

• Ability to inspire both colleagues and students.

• Dedication to improving student achievement and standards.

• Strong team player.

• Proficient in collaborating effectively with students, parents, external agencies, and colleagues.

• A bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject area, QTS, PGCE.

• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and the capacity to tailor instruction for students from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.

• High-level interpersonal skills.

Job Description

School Values and Ethos

• Actively support the School’s vision and values through participation in all aspects of school life.

• Uphold the School’s commitment to providing outstanding education for all students.

• Consistently set high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.

• Maintain high aspirations for every student, both inside and outside of the classroom.

• Offer excellent pastoral care for each student.

• Respect and promote Omani culture.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring that any concerns are reported in accordance with policy.

• Exhibit a personal commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.

• Engage fully in all necessary safeguarding training.

Curriculum Development, Planning, and Review

• Develop a thorough and detailed scheme of work that outlines topics and clear aims and objectives.

• Ensure that curriculum planning is comprehensive, balanced, and challenging.

• Complete long-term, medium-term, and short-term planning in alignment with the School’s curriculum policy.

• Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver a challenging academic curriculum.

• Look for opportunities to integrate cross-curricular activities, such as joint educational trips or project work, and incorporate Project Earthlings objectives where applicable.

Teaching and Learning

• Provide a comprehensive, balanced, and relevant curriculum.

• Facilitate high-quality learning, enabling students to realize their potential.

• Deliver engaging, well-structured, and creative lessons that cater to the needs of all students.

• Ensure that lessons in the department are suitably differentiated, employing strategies that allow every student to engage with learning and excel.

• Exhibit exceptional subject knowledge.

• Set ambitious targets for students and utilize a variety of strategies, resources, and technologies to help them achieve those targets.

• Assist the pastoral team in the role of Form Tutor.

Assessment

• Follow school procedures for assessing, recording, and reporting on student achievements, effectively using this information for progress reports.

• Provide students with consistent written and verbal feedback, encouraging them to reflect on and respond to their feedback.

• Analyze all academic data collected to inform curriculum adjustments and ensure personalized learning for each student.

• Plan and implement intervention strategies for students identified as underperforming.

School and Subject Promotion

• Actively engage in the CHM co-curricular and school activity programs.

• Participate in specific marketing events such as Open Days, as directed by the Principal.

Professional Standards

• Attend assemblies, parents’ evenings, school functions, and other staff meetings as directed by the Senior Leadership Team.

• Recognize the significance of being a positive role model for all students within the School.

• Maintain high standards of professional conduct in accordance with the school ethos, including punctuality and personal presentation.

• Take personal responsibility for evaluating and reflecting on your teaching to continuously enhance and improve your practice.

• Consistently cultivate professional and constructive relationships with colleagues.

• Undertake any reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Principal.

Package Details

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects the experience, skills, and personal circumstances of the successful candidate, which will include:

• A competitive, tax-free annual salary.

• An end-of-service gratuity payment.

• Flights at the beginning and end of the contract.

• An annual return flight allowance.

• Tuition fee concession at Cheltenham Muscat (if applicable).

• Medical insurance.

• Visa costs.