Dynamic Biology Teacher for KS3–A‑Level (UAE)

Safa Community School; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Safa Community School in Dubai seeks a dynamic Biology Teacher to deliver Biology across KS3 and KS4 and to A‑Level within the UK curriculum. You will foster practical, inquiry‑led learning and prepare students for GCSE/IGCSE examinations, while contributing to departmental development.

The successful candidate will join a high‑performing Science department, engage with data‑informed teaching, work with support staff, and participate in CPD to advance the school’s strategic growth and UAE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related life science with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Biology in British Curriculum schools at GCSE/IGCSE and A‑Level.
• Enthusiasm for Biology; able to inspire students.
• Understanding of KS3/KS4/KS5 assessment and examination requirements.
• Outstanding teacher with practical and inquiry‑led approach.
• Works well in a team and stays up to date with subject developments.
• Willing to develop professionally within or beyond the department.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare courses and lessons; set and mark work; assess, record and report on progress.
• Use data to track progress and inform interventions.
• Prepare students for GCSE/IGCSE and A‑Level examinations, including assessment and reporting.
• Deliver practical and fieldwork-based learning safely and effectively; support practicals.
• Work with science technicians to plan and prepare lessons.
• Communicate with parents, write reports and attend Parents’ Evenings.
• Maintain good order and discipline among students.
• Contribute to departmental meetings, schemes of work, and assessment methods.
• Keep up to date with curriculum innovation and CPD.
• Work with support teachers and support a beginning teacher where appropriate.
• Set work for known absences and cover for absent colleagues.
• Take responsibility for a designated area of the curriculum or a project.
• Carry out other tasks directed by the Head of Department.
• Familiarise yourself with DSIB inspection framework and UAE initiatives.

Skills

Biology teaching

GCSE/IGCSE & A-Level

Assessment & reporting

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Qualified teaching qualification

Job description

Safa Community School in Dubai seeks a dynamic Biology Teacher to deliver Biology across KS3 and KS4 and to A‑Level within the UK curriculum. You will foster practical, inquiry‑led learning and prepare students for GCSE/IGCSE examinations, while contributing to departmental development.

The successful candidate will join a high‑performing Science department, engage with data‑informed teaching, work with support staff, and participate in CPD to advance the school’s strategic growth and UAE