Teacher of English - August 2026

The Opportunity

Due to our ongoing expansion, we are thrilled to announce an opening for the position of Teacher of English, set to begin in August 2026.

The ideal applicant will be instrumental in developing the English Department at Cheltenham Muscat, with the objective of positioning it as the leading English program in the city. This role offers a fantastic chance for a committed educator to enhance Cheltenham Muscat’s standing as a foremost institution in Oman.

Our school provides educators with exceptional career growth opportunities while allowing them to experience life and work in a remarkable region of the Middle East.

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 learn effectively.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.