Primary School Teacher, Riyadh - Start Jan 2025

Aldenham Prep Riyadh, a member of the Aldenham Education Group closely affiliated with Aldenham School in the UK, established in 1597, opened its doors to students in September 2022. Due to ongoing growth, an exceptional opportunity has arisen for a **Primary Class Teacher** to join our dedicated and talented team, with a start date in January 2025.

Qualified and experienced individuals may have opportunities for leadership or management roles as the group continues to expand its network of schools.

As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering most of the curriculum to your students while collaborating with colleagues to ensure a cohesive teaching and learning experience across the Year Group. This collaboration guarantees that all children receive equal opportunities, and our teachers benefit from a strong support system.

Specialist teachers will instruct Arabic, Islamic studies, Music, and PE to enrich the curriculum, and each class will have the assistance of a dedicated Teaching Assistant.

Benefits for successful candidates include:
- A tax-free salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, allowing for significant savings.
- High-quality furnished one-bedroom apartments for single teachers.
- Complimentary daily transportation to and from the school.
- Medical and life insurance.
- Free flights, an annual travel allowance, visa assistance, and a relocation allowance.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Actively promote the school's vision, aims, and values through enthusiastic participation in all aspects of school life.
- Support the school's commitment to providing an outstanding all-round education for every child.
- Set high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
- Aspire for every child's growth and achievements both inside and outside the classroom.
- Provide excellent pastoral care for all students.
- Respect and support Saudi culture.

Teaching and Learning:
You will be expected to:
- Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum.
- Plan and execute engaging and creative lessons that meet the needs of all children.
- Foster high-quality learning, enabling students to reach their full potential.
- Utilize technology to enhance teaching and support learning.
- Differentiate instruction to ensure every student can access the curriculum and make remarkable progress.
- Exhibit strong subject knowledge relevant to the age group.
- Set challenging developmental goals for students, employing varied strategies, resources, and technologies to support their achievement.
- Effectively utilize Teaching Support Assistants to aid students in class.
- Follow Aldenham procedures for assessing, recording, and reporting on student achievements and use this data to inform future learning and progress reports.
- Provide regular written and verbal feedback to students, encouraging reflection and response.
- Fully engage in co-curricular and activity programs.

Other Responsibilities:
- Implement school policies and procedures both inside and outside the classroom.
- Maintain a safe, purposeful, and well-managed learning environment.
- Value the home-school-community partnership and collaborate with staff to establish and maintain good relationships with parents and key stakeholders.

Professional Standards:
- Attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school functions, and other staff meetings.
- Be an exemplary role model for all students in the school.
- Uphold high standards of professional behavior in line with the school ethos, including punctuality and personal presentation.
- Take personal responsibility for evaluating and improving your teaching practice.
- Maintain professional and productive relationships with colleagues.
- Promote the school positively at all times.
- Fulfill any reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the Head.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring that any concerns are reported in accordance with school policy.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of children.

Person Specification:
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- A relevant Bachelor's Degree, preferably from a UK University.
- UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Qualified Teacher Status.
- At least two years of relevant teaching experience is preferred.
- Excellent understanding of the National Curriculum of England.
- A strong academic background and experience that commands respect from students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
- A commitment to fostering academic progress and ensuring the welfare and safeguarding of students.
- Awareness of recent educational developments and best practices.

Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Familiarity with the demands of a UK independent school environment.
- Experience working with children who speak English as an Additional Language.
- Proficient knowledge of utilizing technology in education.

Personal Qualities:
- Passionate about holistic education and capable of inspiring a lifelong love of learning in children.
- Understanding of the needs, challenges, and opportunities within an international community context.
- A positive team player.
- Light-hearted, with a growth mindset and the ability to share laughter with others.
- Energetic and charismatic, fostering a positive learning environment aligned with the school's vision.
- Self-motivated and driven to succeed.
- An enthusiastic hard worker dedicated to making the curriculum accessible to all and challenging students.
- Open to listening and collaborating with others, sharing best practices to ensure excellent outcomes for every child.

Aldenham collaborates closely with Worldteachers Recruitment, who will provide assistance throughout the recruitment process.