Primary School Teacher, Riyadh - Start August 2025

Aldenham Prep Riyadh, part of the Aldenham Education Group and closely associated with Aldenham School in the UK, which has a rich history dating back to 1597, is seeking a talented and dedicated **Primary Class Teacher** to join its expanding team starting in August 2025. The school welcomed its first students in September 2022 and is on a path of continued growth.

Qualified and experienced applicants may have the opportunity to progress into leadership or management roles as the group extends its network of schools.

As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering a significant portion of the curriculum to your class while collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure a cohesive teaching and learning experience across the Year Group. This collaboration ensures that all children have equal opportunities and that teachers benefit from a supportive team environment.

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

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

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Actively promote the school’s vision, aims, and values by participating enthusiastically in all school activities.
- Share and uphold the school's commitment to providing an outstanding education for all children.
- Set high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
- Aspire for all children’s growth and achievements, both academically and personally.
- Provide excellent pastoral care for all students.
- Respect and support Saudi culture.

Teaching and Learning Responsibilities:
You will be expected to:
- Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum.
- Plan and implement engaging, well-structured lessons that cater to all learning needs.
- Foster a high-quality learning environment that enables children to realize their full potential.
- Utilize technology to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
- Differentiate instruction to ensure all students can access the curriculum and progress effectively.
- Exhibit strong subject knowledge relevant to your students’ age group.
- Set challenging developmental goals and employ various strategies, resources, and technologies to assist students in achieving these goals.
- Effectively utilize Teaching Support Assistants in the classroom.
- Adhere to Aldenham’s procedures for assessing, recording, and reporting on students' achievements, using this data to guide future learning and report writing.
- Provide students with regular written and oral feedback that encourages reflection and response.
- Fully engage in co-curricular and activity programs.

Other Responsibilities:
- Implement school policies and procedures within and outside the classroom.
- Maintain a safe, purposeful, and well-organized learning environment.
- Foster strong home-school-community partnerships by collaborating with staff to build positive relationships with parents and key stakeholders.

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

Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring that any concerns are reported according to school policy.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding children's well-being.

Person Specification:
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- A relevant Bachelor's Degree, preferably obtained from a UK University.
- UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Qualified Teacher Status.
- At least two years of relevant teaching experience is preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of the National Curriculum for England.
- A solid academic background, stature, and experience to gain the respect of students, parents, colleagues, and the community.
- A commitment to the academic progress and welfare of students.
- Awareness of recent educational developments and best practices.

Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Familiarity with the expectations of a UK independent school environment.
- Experience with children who speak English as an Additional Language.
- Proficient in using technology to enhance education.

Personal Qualities:
- A passion for comprehensive education, inspiring a lifelong love of learning in children.
- Understanding of the needs, challenges, and opportunities within an international community context.
- A positive team player with a light-hearted approach, growth mindset, and ability to share laughter.
- Energy and charisma to foster a positive learning environment that aligns with the school's vision.
- A self-starter motivated to achieve success.
- An enthusiastic, hard-working individual willing to go the extra mile to ensure curriculum accessibility and to challenge students.
- Open to feedback and collaboration, sharing best practices to ensure excellent outcomes for all children.

Aldenham collaborates closely with Worldteachers Recruitment, who will support you throughout the recruitment process.