Teacher of Physical Education - August 2026

The School

Cheltenham Muscat, which opened its doors in September 2021, is Oman’s first premium British school catering to students aged 3 to 18. Located on an impressive, state-of-the-art campus, both students and faculty at Cheltenham Muscat benefit from world-class facilities for academic and co-curricular pursuits, supported by our partner institution, Cheltenham College, celebrated for over 180 years of exceptional educational excellence.

The Person

We are in search of a highly qualified and enthusiastic individual to join our growing Physical Education (PE) department. The successful candidate will be a lively, dedicated educator with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Duties will encompass teaching PE to various year groups, with specific assignments determined by the skills and experience of the selected individual.

The chosen candidate will also be tasked with embedding the values of Cheltenham Muscat into their teaching, fostering the development of well-rounded and principled young adults. A strong grasp of sports and the ability to engage students through both theoretical and practical teaching strategies tailored to their individual needs is essential.

Experience with the UK National Curriculum is a must, along with the capability to inspire and motivate students while maintaining high academic standards.

All staff members are expected to take part in pastoral care within the school community, usually serving as form tutors or co-tutors, as well as contributing to the extracurricular programs available.

Please be advised that applicants must have a minimum of three full years of relevant teaching experience to qualify for a work permit to teach in Oman.

School Values and Ethos

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

• Uphold and advocate for the school’s commitment to providing an outstanding, comprehensive education for all students.

• Establish high expectations that inspire, challenge, and motivate students.

• Offer excellent pastoral care for every student.

• Maintain lofty aspirations for all students’ academic and personal growth.

• Respect and support Omani culture.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures, promptly reporting any concerns as per established guidelines.

• Show a personal commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of students.

• Fully engage in required safeguarding training.

Curriculum

• Deliver a comprehensive, relevant curriculum, contributing to the development and documentation of schemes of work, teaching resources, and assessment methods.

• Create and promote high-quality learning experiences that empower students to achieve their fullest potential.

• Conduct well-organized, engaging, and innovative lessons, ensuring that the diverse needs of all students are met.

• Differentiate instruction appropriately to enable every child to engage with the learning material and achieve significant progress.

• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across all relevant areas.

• Adhere to school protocols for assessing, recording, and reporting student achievements, effectively utilizing this data in reports and record-keeping.

• Actively participate in the school’s co-curricular and extracurricular activity programs.

• Coach representative teams, overseeing home and away matches and tournaments.

Management

• Implement and adhere to school policies and procedures both inside and outside the classroom.

• Foster a safe, purposeful, and well-organized learning environment.

• Effectively utilize teaching assistants to support student learning.

• Cultivate strong home-school partnerships, collaborating with colleagues to establish positive relationships with parents.

Professional Standards

• Participate in assemblies, departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, school events, and staff meetings.

• Engage in professional development and training opportunities.

• Recognize the importance of serving as a role model for all students within the school.

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

• Take personal responsibility for evaluating and enhancing your teaching practices to encourage continuous improvement.

• Maintain professional and constructive relationships with colleagues.

• Fulfill any reasonable additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Person Specification (E - Essential, D - Desirable)

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a sports-related field from a recognized university. (E)

• Post Graduate Certificate of Education (or equivalent). (E)

• Qualified Teacher Status. (E)

• Evidence of further postgraduate study. (D)

Skills and Experience

• A minimum of three years of relevant teaching experience. (E)

• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum for England. (E)

• Expertise in the subject area. (E)

• A proven track record of delivering high-quality PE instruction and extracurricular sporting activities. (E)

• A solid academic background and experience that commands respect from students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community. (E)

• A commitment to student academic advancement, welfare, and safeguarding. (E)

• Experience working with children for whom English is a second language. (D)

• Familiarity with the standards of a premium British school environment. (D)

Personal Qualities

• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. (E)

• Awareness of the challenges and opportunities present in an international school community. (E)

• Enthusiasm, charisma, and vision to create effective learning environments and achieve positive outcomes for all students. (E)

• Willingness to work hard and exhibit enthusiasm, avoiding a typical “nine-to-five” mentality. (E)

Package Details

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects the successful candidate's experience, skills, and personal circumstances, including:

• A competitive, annual tax-free salary.

• An end-of-service gratuity payment.

• Flights at the start and end of the contract.

• Annual return flight allowance.

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

• Medical insurance.

• Visa expenses.