[2578] Teacher - Physical Education - Yasmina British Academy (AY 2026/27)
Yasmina British AcademyTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed31 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Yasmina British Academy, an exceptional English Curriculum institution located in the stunning city of Abu Dhabi, is renowned for its globally respected curriculum, dedicated educators, and high-quality teaching and learning experiences. The academy fosters a vibrant, diverse, and forward-thinking learning environment, consistently achieving remarkable I/GCSE and A Level results within the UAE. Our educational culture is deeply rooted in our core values of excellence, respect, passion, collaboration, and creativity, which empower all students to excel. Moreover, the Academy proudly received an 'Outstanding' rating in every performance standard during its recent ADEK inspection, placing it among the leading schools in the UAE and the broader Middle East.
We seek candidates who resonate with our core values and possess a genuine appreciation for the cultural context of the region.
General Responsibilities: All Yasmina British Academy Staff
• Support the academy in realizing its overarching vision and strategic goals while contributing to the targets outlined in the academy's improvement plan and self-evaluation document.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and comply with the academy's policies on safe working practices and equal opportunity legislation.
• Follow the academy's Performance Management Policy by setting ambitious annual targets and fulfilling the role of performance management reviewer if assigned by the Principal.
• Participate in annual training related to child protection, safeguarding, and health and safety, alongside any additional training deemed essential for academy improvement or performance management.
• Maintain adherence to the academy's dress code at all times, including wearing photo ID/lanyard.
• Comply with the academy's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for computer usage at all times.
• Attend all staff briefings.
• Sign in and out at the academy's reception if off-site during the normal working hours.
Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks: Planning, Preparation, Teaching, and Lesson Management
• Foster an environment conducive to outstanding learning and teaching.
• Define clear teaching objectives and outline methods for instruction and assessment.
• Design tasks that challenge students and maintain high levels of engagement.
• Establish demanding yet achievable expectations.
• Set clear targets that build on prior learning.
• Identify students with special educational needs or exceptional abilities.
• Provide structured lessons that maintain pace, motivation, and challenge.
• Utilize assessment effectively to ensure comprehensive coverage of study programs.
• Leverage performance data and key indicators to inform lesson planning and deliver differentiated instruction tailored to student needs.
• Ensure effective teaching practices and optimal use of available instructional time.
• Maintain a productive learning environment according to the academy's standards, promoting punctuality, behavior, quality of work, and homework completion.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods suited to the content, structure information, highlight key concepts, and utilize appropriate vocabulary.
• Utilize effective questioning strategies, actively listen to students, and address errors and misunderstandings.
• Choose suitable learning resources and enhance study skills through library, I.C.T., and other educational technologies.
• Ensure that students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills, and understanding relevant to the subject matter.
• Reflect critically on one’s teaching practices to enhance effectiveness.
Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
• Evaluate the achievement of learning objectives and utilize this information to refine specific aspects of teaching.
• Assess and monitor student work, setting targets for their progress.
• Use performance data to inform lesson planning, ensuring that learning and teaching consistently add value.
• Systematically assess and record students' progress, maintaining records to track understanding and completion of work while identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
• Conduct assessments as requested by examination boards and according to departmental and academy procedures.
• Prepare and deliver informative reports for parents.
Curriculum Development
• Engage in curriculum development within specific subjects or areas of the academy's work, establishing clear targets and success criteria for enhancement and/or maintenance.
• Participate in the academy’s visioning activities.
Other Professional Requirements
• Possess a working understanding of teachers’ professional responsibilities and legal obligations.
• Demonstrate expertise in relevant subject(s) or specialism(s) to facilitate effective teaching.
• Foster effective working relationships and exemplify outstanding personal and professional conduct.
• Strive to provide every child with the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure resource sharing and effective utilization for the benefit of the academy, department, and students.
• Participate in promotional and liaison events such as Open Evenings/Afternoons, Parent-Teacher Consultations, and activities with partner academies.
• Communicate effectively with parents.
Minimum Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field with a teaching qualification.
Minimum Experience
• At least 2 years of experience teaching a specialized subject up to GCSE and A Level is desirable but not essential.
Job Specific Knowledge & Skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of volleyball, basketball, and athletics.
• Experience in delivering exam PE - Edexcel GCSE and A Level.
• Background in coaching and leading high-level sports teams.
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
• A strong passion for teaching and commitment to holistic education.
• A high degree of professionalism and awareness of children's well-being.
• Recent and ongoing involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Respect for all members of the school community, regardless of their position, gender, age, or ethnic background.
• A constructive and solution-oriented approach to professional life.
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police clearance.
Aldar Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Appointment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and police clearance.
We seek candidates who resonate with our core values and possess a genuine appreciation for the cultural context of the region.
General Responsibilities: All Yasmina British Academy Staff
• Support the academy in realizing its overarching vision and strategic goals while contributing to the targets outlined in the academy's improvement plan and self-evaluation document.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and comply with the academy's policies on safe working practices and equal opportunity legislation.
• Follow the academy's Performance Management Policy by setting ambitious annual targets and fulfilling the role of performance management reviewer if assigned by the Principal.
• Participate in annual training related to child protection, safeguarding, and health and safety, alongside any additional training deemed essential for academy improvement or performance management.
• Maintain adherence to the academy's dress code at all times, including wearing photo ID/lanyard.
• Comply with the academy's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for computer usage at all times.
• Attend all staff briefings.
• Sign in and out at the academy's reception if off-site during the normal working hours.
Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks: Planning, Preparation, Teaching, and Lesson Management
• Foster an environment conducive to outstanding learning and teaching.
• Define clear teaching objectives and outline methods for instruction and assessment.
• Design tasks that challenge students and maintain high levels of engagement.
• Establish demanding yet achievable expectations.
• Set clear targets that build on prior learning.
• Identify students with special educational needs or exceptional abilities.
• Provide structured lessons that maintain pace, motivation, and challenge.
• Utilize assessment effectively to ensure comprehensive coverage of study programs.
• Leverage performance data and key indicators to inform lesson planning and deliver differentiated instruction tailored to student needs.
• Ensure effective teaching practices and optimal use of available instructional time.
• Maintain a productive learning environment according to the academy's standards, promoting punctuality, behavior, quality of work, and homework completion.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods suited to the content, structure information, highlight key concepts, and utilize appropriate vocabulary.
• Utilize effective questioning strategies, actively listen to students, and address errors and misunderstandings.
• Choose suitable learning resources and enhance study skills through library, I.C.T., and other educational technologies.
• Ensure that students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills, and understanding relevant to the subject matter.
• Reflect critically on one’s teaching practices to enhance effectiveness.
Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
• Evaluate the achievement of learning objectives and utilize this information to refine specific aspects of teaching.
• Assess and monitor student work, setting targets for their progress.
• Use performance data to inform lesson planning, ensuring that learning and teaching consistently add value.
• Systematically assess and record students' progress, maintaining records to track understanding and completion of work while identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
• Conduct assessments as requested by examination boards and according to departmental and academy procedures.
• Prepare and deliver informative reports for parents.
Curriculum Development
• Engage in curriculum development within specific subjects or areas of the academy's work, establishing clear targets and success criteria for enhancement and/or maintenance.
• Participate in the academy’s visioning activities.
Other Professional Requirements
• Possess a working understanding of teachers’ professional responsibilities and legal obligations.
• Demonstrate expertise in relevant subject(s) or specialism(s) to facilitate effective teaching.
• Foster effective working relationships and exemplify outstanding personal and professional conduct.
• Strive to provide every child with the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure resource sharing and effective utilization for the benefit of the academy, department, and students.
• Participate in promotional and liaison events such as Open Evenings/Afternoons, Parent-Teacher Consultations, and activities with partner academies.
• Communicate effectively with parents.
Minimum Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field with a teaching qualification.
Minimum Experience
• At least 2 years of experience teaching a specialized subject up to GCSE and A Level is desirable but not essential.
Job Specific Knowledge & Skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of volleyball, basketball, and athletics.
• Experience in delivering exam PE - Edexcel GCSE and A Level.
• Background in coaching and leading high-level sports teams.
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
• A strong passion for teaching and commitment to holistic education.
• A high degree of professionalism and awareness of children's well-being.
• Recent and ongoing involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Respect for all members of the school community, regardless of their position, gender, age, or ethnic background.
• A constructive and solution-oriented approach to professional life.
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police clearance.
Aldar Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Appointment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and police clearance.