Science Teacher - January 2025
About This Role
Start date: 6th January 2025
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: 2 years, renewable
ABC Private School in Abu Dhabi is a well-regarded and highly sought-after ENC School. We are looking for a skilled Science teacher to become part of our vibrant Secondary team, commencing in January.
For the 2024/25 academic year, each year group in our Secondary section will typically consist of seven classes, as we enhance our offerings to accommodate up to 2500 students from FS1 to Y13, representing over 16 nationalities.
ABC relocated to its current premises in Al Shamkha, Abu Dhabi in 2016. The owners are dedicated to a continuous program of investment and enhancement with the objective of achieving BSO accreditation within the next twelve months, which will allow us to provide ECT Statutory Induction in the years to come. The school features outstanding facilities and is well-equipped.
Our Principal, Mrs. Allison McDonald, recently joined ABC from Al Basma British School, where she elevated the institution from satisfactory to very good with numerous outstanding aspects during her nine-year tenure. An experienced Principal in the UAE, she is committed to a holistic educational approach that aims to nurture each student's talents, spark their curiosity, and instill a passion for learning. Mrs. Allison fully supports ABC's dedication to fostering inclusivity and creating a nurturing environment that empowers students to explore, innovate, and thrive.
ABC adheres to the 2014 National Curriculum of England and the updated 2020 Development Matters Framework in EYFS. The school administers both GL CAT4 and GL Progress tests for students in Year 4 to 10. Additionally, we offer a variety of GCSE, iGCSE, iAS, and iA Levels from the Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel exam boards for our older students. Starting in September 2024, we plan to introduce a selection of BTEC qualifications to further customize educational pathways for our students.
Most recently, in February 2022, the school received a "good" rating in the ADEK inspection.
Located in Al Shamkha, a rapidly growing residential area of Abu Dhabi, the school is approximately an hour's drive from Dubai. For additional information, please refer to the school details below or visit our Instagram at @abc_privateschool.
ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a sincere dedication to fostering a welcoming and engaging learning environment centered around children.
ABC values reflective practitioners who are committed to continuous professional development and school advancement. We seek passionate teachers who excel in teamwork and are dedicated to:
- Providing innovative, collaborative, and creative learning experiences for all students
- Addressing the unique needs of each student through personalized learning
- Embracing risks and exploring new teaching methods
- Cultivating collaborative relationships with all stakeholders
- Supporting the overall development of each child
Please be aware that your documents must be attested for the UAE prior to your arrival. You must be prepared to provide references from your two most recent employers upon request. If you are selected, you will need to submit a police clearance certificate from your most recent country of residence, which must be no older than three months (ACRO or DBS from the UK).
We encourage applications from candidates with one of the following qualifications:
- An internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree in General Science, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics and QTS or an equivalent qualification.
or
- An internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, or a closely related subject, along with an internationally recognized teaching qualification such as PGCE or PGDE in any Science specialization and QTS or equivalent.
or
- An internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree in any field, accompanied by an internationally recognized teaching qualification such as PGCE or PGDE in any Science specialization with QTS or equivalent, and at least one year of experience teaching Science.
OUR PACKAGE
Our compensation package for overseas UK qualified appointments includes:
- Two-year contract and visa (renewable)
- Tax-free salary
- Partially furnished studio apartment or accommodation allowance
- One-way flight at the start and end of the contract for those relocating from outside the UAE
- Annual flight allowance
- Visa and medical insurance
- End-of-service gratuity
- Fee discount for dependent children
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should click the ‘Apply now’ button below to complete the application form and upload their CV.
Applications will be processed upon receipt. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted shortly after applying with information about the package before proceeding to an interview via Zoom or another mutually agreed platform. Candidates currently in the UAE may be invited for an in-person interview where feasible. Interviews will commence before the closing date of the advertisement, which will be removed once all available positions are filled.
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted due to the high volume of submissions.