PE Mentor (Female) (AY 2026–2027)/ Citizens School, Dubai, UAE

About Citizens School

Citizens School is transforming education with a progressive approach that empowers students through our inspiring vision to "Inspire, Empower, Thrive." Our foundational principles are centered around four key pillars: fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, engaging in inquiry-based learning, embracing transdisciplinary project-based learning, and recognizing each learner as a valued individual. Our goal is to equip students for future challenges by integrating real-world applications into every subject and nurturing their growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Role Overview

Inspire, Empower, Thrive

PE Mentors are vital in bringing the vision and ethos of Citizens School to life by embodying the following values:

· Entrepreneurship
· Empathy
· Inclusivity
· Growth Mindset
· Curiosity
· Resilience
· Well-Being

Citizens School Dubai offers an exciting and innovative work environment. The successful applicant will be part of a dedicated team of PE mentors, collaborating across all facets of the school.

The team partners with Senior Leaders to ensure a curriculum that is comprehensive, sequential, and relevant, catering to the diverse needs of all students. We prioritize the well-being of every learner, providing exceptional pastoral support and encouragement.

All mentors exemplify the values of Citizens School and foster a culture that inspires, empowers, and allows learners to flourish, establishing Citizens School as a beacon of excellence.

Our mission is firmly rooted in ‘Inspiring, Empowering, and enabling all learners to Thrive.’

As a mentor, your role is to integrate and advance this vision in all your activities. You will guide students in uncovering their potential and pathways, empowering them to take charge of their learning and thrive in their own unique ways.

Our personalized curriculum, the Citizens Future Framework, emphasizes 4 key areas:

1. Entrepreneurship. This demonstrates our commitment to fostering innovation, creativity, and initiative. It promotes collaboration and encourages students to recognize opportunities, take informed risks, and effect meaningful change. Our distinctive curriculum develops entrepreneurial mindsets, enabling learners to apply their ideas in practical contexts and become adaptable, influential global leaders.

2. Transdisciplinary Project-Based Learning (PBL). This approach integrates the British Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate framework, inspiring, empowering, and enabling students to thrive by merging academic rigor with inquiry-based learning. It allows them to address real-world challenges while honing critical thinking and collaboration skills.

3. "Everyone known and known well." Each learner is acknowledged as a unique individual. Through personalized learning experiences and strong relationships with mentors, we ensure that every learner's strengths, needs, and aspirations are recognized and nurtured. This cultivates a supportive community where every student is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive.

4. An inquiry-based approach encourages learners to become curious thinkers and problem-solvers. By asking questions, they explore and investigate to develop their understanding. Through research, they connect concepts across disciplines and relate them to real-world scenarios, fostering a passion for discovery.

STATUS OF THE POST

This position is a Main Scale subject mentor role within the school’s framework.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual in this role will be expected to align with the characteristics outlined in the Professional and Pastoral Expectations and will need to use their professional skills and judgment to collaboratively fulfill the professional duties detailed below:

Core Responsibilities:

1. Subject Knowledge
· Be a dynamic, engaging, and enthusiastic PE Teacher.
· Embrace innovative curriculum and pedagogical approaches, demonstrating a willingness to research and incorporate best practices in education.
· Display a thorough understanding of the subjects within the primary and secondary PE curriculum, with the ability to adapt and innovate, acknowledging that each child's learning will be customized to their needs, abilities, and interests.
· Promote high standards of communication, collaboration, curiosity, and creativity.
· Exhibit a clear understanding of physical education development in schools and how to enhance it through a thematic curriculum.

2. Curriculum Design and Adaptation
· Plan, create, and develop exciting and engaging learning opportunities that foster knowledge, skills, and learning habits across the curriculum.
· Design lessons that align with the National Curriculum and explore how to extend learning experiences through our core curriculum's six strands.
· Incorporate regulatory subjects relevant to the region into the broader learning experience for students.
· Plan effectively for learners of varying abilities, ensuring lessons are tailored to meet the diverse needs of all students.
· Strategically implement digital technology in learning.
· Optimize learning through the effective use of resources.
· Link planned outcomes and formative assessments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of next steps in learning.
· Utilize internal tracking systems to monitor and report on student progress.
· Maintain clear and regular communication with parents regarding learning, including mindset, well-being, and holistic development.

3. Learning and Teaching
· Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports high expectations and a purposeful atmosphere.
· Treat students with respect, building trust-based relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
· Encourage a love for learning and nurture students' intellectual curiosity.
· Ensure that all learning is engaging and responsive to students' needs, considering their learning pace, interests, and desire for choice.
· Emphasize the School’s commitment to inclusion and innovation.
· Support all students in demonstrating integrity, respect, and compassion.
· Understand the significance of seamless transitions between year groups and classes.
· Center learning around the needs of students.
· Consider and act upon the ideas, thoughts, and suggestions of students, providing appropriate challenges.

4. Collaboration and Community
· Regularly reflect on and critically assess your own teaching practices and lesson effectiveness.
· Be open to coaching and feedback, welcoming praise and developmental dialogue.
· Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices, share ideas, and work together to enhance community engagement.
· Partner with Learning Support Assistants and coaches to guarantee all learners access high-quality PE learning.
· Share expertise through Professional Learning and Development (PLD).
· Engage in Action Research and be open to experimental approaches that could positively influence student well-being and subject development.
· Contribute positively to the school's broader ethos and community, including participation in the extensive co-curricular program.
· Build strong partnerships with parents/carers and the wider community.
· Citizens School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment.
· Show respect for the rights of others.
· Maintain a professional regard for the ethos, policies, and practices of the School, ensuring high standards in attendance and punctuality.
· Present a positive image of the school to all stakeholders.

5. Safeguarding, Inclusion, and Wellbeing
· Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people through rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of high moral character and suitable to work with children and young adults. All staff are expected to share and uphold this commitment to safeguarding.
· Take a proactive stance in safeguarding all children and members of the school community.
· Adhere to all school policies and procedures.
· Contribute to a fully inclusive school environment where all staff collaborate to ensure unbiased and equitable practices.
· Promote the overall progress and well-being of all learners and report any concerns to appropriate staff.
· Provide guidance and support to learners on educational, pastoral, and social matters.
· Ensure that learners receive a personalized educational experience that develops their skills and abilities.
· Plan, deliver, and review lessons appropriately.
· Assess, record, and report on students' development, progress, and attainment following school policy.
· Promote positive behavior for learning in accordance with the school’s policy.

6. Other Responsibilities
· Exhibit a clear understanding of physical education components as part of the National Curriculum for England and Wales, adapting and innovating to meet each child's unique learning requirements.
· Demonstrate knowledge of physical education development in schools and enhance it through thematic curricula.
· Collaborate with colleagues to plan learning opportunities and effective transition processes.
· Take a leadership role in all physical education aspects and activities organized by the school, including off-site events where the school is represented.
· Additionally, all staff may be assigned other duties in consultation with the Principal.

If you are interested in joining a forward-thinking and progressive school with excellent facilities, talented mentors, and thriving students, we encourage you to reach out and apply for this position.

How to Apply
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To apply, please submit the following documents:
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Completed Citizens TES Application Form
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Current CV with a recent photograph
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Cover letter detailing your suitability for the position
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early submissions.
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Start Date: August 2026

Safeguarding Commitment:
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Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
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Citizens School is dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and perspectives.