Secondary Teacher of Drama at Safa Community School

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

Safa Community School is a beacon of excellence in education. In 2024, we proudly earned the title of ‘Happiest School in the UAE,’ reflecting our steadfast commitment to student well-being. Additionally, we received the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award,’ showcasing our dedication to academic growth, highlighted by our remarkable GCSE VA score of +2.2 in 2024. Our community takes pride in our high staff retention rates and our recognition as one of the top 15 schools in the UAE according to the Schoolscompared.com survey.

At Safa Community School, we are more than just a place of learning; we are a dynamic community. Our parent demographic is predominantly expatriate, with around 35% hailing from the UK, and we have established ourselves as a friendly, welcoming, and community-oriented institution. The strong connections among our staff, parents, and students exemplify our inclusive culture, ensuring that everyone feels valued and at home. This distinctive environment is what sets us apart.

As an award-winning all-through school, Safa Community School offers the UK curriculum from FS1 to Year 13, catering to a student population of 2,640. You can explore our thriving community by following our school’s Instagram account at safa_scs, where we showcase student achievements, community events, and more. Discover how we nurture talent, promote creativity, and foster a supportive atmosphere for every student.

We are currently in search of a passionate and dedicated Drama teacher to become a part of our distinguished secondary department.

The successful candidate will teach students across various ages and abilities, focusing on the GCSE and A-Level levels, and must demonstrate a proven history of delivering outstanding results.

This role is part of our strategic growth to meet increasing student enrollment and the rising demand for our programs.

General Professional Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a teacher include the following professional duties:

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Delivering engaging lessons, which involves planning and preparing courses, assigning and grading student work, and assessing and reporting on student progress and achievements in line with school policies.

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Leveraging data to enhance classroom instruction, tracking student progress, and implementing timely interventions as required.

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

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

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Participating in Parents’ Evenings and Open Evenings.

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Maintaining discipline and order within the classroom environment.

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Attending departmental meetings and Open Evenings.

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Collaborating with colleagues to develop departmental policies and practices, introduce curricular initiatives, and enhance teaching and assessment strategies.

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Assisting with administrative and organizational tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the department.

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Staying informed about curriculum developments, engaging in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and contributing to personal professional growth.

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Working in collaboration with support teachers in the classroom.

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Taking on the role of mentor for a beginning teacher, if applicable.

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Preparing assignments for classes when absences are anticipated 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 duties as reasonably assigned by the Head of Department.

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Familiarizing oneself with the DSIB inspection framework and the expectations for exemplary teaching and learning in the UAE.

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Supporting UAE initiatives and cultural norms.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a successful candidate who:

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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 capable of inspiring students with that enthusiasm.

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

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Exhibits exceptional teaching skills and a demonstrated record of student progress.

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Works effectively as part of a team.

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Keeps up-to-date with advancements in their subject area.

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

Note:

This job description is subject to regular review and may be modified as needed.

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 through the TES/Schrole Portal. Only applications submitted via 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 take place at any time after submission. We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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Following initial interviews, arrangements will be made for candidates who progress 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.