English Teacher - August 2027

Repton Al Barsha; Dubai; Sur place; AED 180 000 - 360 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Repton Al Barsha, a thriving British curriculum school in Dubai, seeks an outstanding English Teacher for an August 2027 start. The role spans KS3–KS4 with potential A Level contribution, teaching across the English curriculum and driving strong academic outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds relevant degrees and teaching qualifications, has GCSE knowledge, and will inspire students with energy, warmth and high expectations within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching within British curriculum school.
• Has strong knowledge of GCSE specifications and assessment requirements.
• Is an excellent communicator who builds positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• Combines academic rigour with warmth, enthusiasm and a genuine belief in every student's potential.
• Is reflective, adaptable and committed to their own professional development.
• Brings energy, initiative and a willingness to contribute fully to school life.

Responsabilités

• Deliver engaging, challenging and well-structured lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, including GCSE.
• Have a strong subject specialist with the confidence to teach across the wider secondary English curriculum.
• Potentially contribute to A Level teaching on experience and departmental requirements.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, high expectations and a commitment to securing strong academic outcomes for all students.
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching, provide meaningful feedback and support student progress.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment in which students feel confident to ask questions, take intellectual risks and develop independence.
• Contribute actively to the wider life of the school, including enrichment, extracurricular opportunities and pastoral responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the continued development of our provision.

Connaissances

GCSE English

British curriculum

A Level teaching

Assessment & feedback

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Formation

Relevant degree

Teaching qualification

Description du poste

Due to growth, Repton Al Barsha is seeking to appoint an outstanding and enthusiastic English Teacher for an August 2027 start.

We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who can inspire curiosity, foster a genuine love of maths and challenge students to achieve their very best. The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential to contribute to A Level teaching in Key Stage 5, depending on their specialism and experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving school where academic ambition, exceptional pastoral care and a strong sense of community sit at the heart of everything we do.

About Cognita:

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About Repton Al Barsha

Repton Al Barsha is a thriving British curriculum school in Dubai, educating students from Foundation Stage through to Year 13. Part of the prestigious Repton family of schools and the Cognita global schools group, we combine academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care and a warm, inclusive community.

Our Senior School has developed significantly in recent years, culminating in the graduation of ourfirst Year 13 cohort in 2026. Their excellent A Level results, alongside ourbest-ever GCSE outcomes, with 63% of grades awarded at 7–9, reflect the ambition, expertise and commitment of our students and staff.

We are proud to offer a broad and balanced education in which academic achievement is complemented by outstanding opportunities in sport, the performing arts, leadership, enrichment and service.

Our well-resourced campus, situated in Dubai Science Park, provides an excellent environment for teaching and learning. As an Apple Distinguished School, we embrace technology thoughtfully, whilst maintaining a clear focus on excellent classroom practice, strong subject knowledge and meaningful relationships.

At Repton Al Barsha, we believe that high expectations and kindness go hand in hand. We want our students to be academically ambitious, intellectually curious and confident in who they are, and we recognise that exceptional teachers make this possible.

For colleagues, we offer a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking professional environment, with opportunities to contribute to school improvement, develop professionally and make a genuine difference.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging, challenging and well-structured Slessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, including GCSE.

• Have a strong subject specialism with the confidence to teach across the wider secondary English curriculum.

• Potentially contribute to A Level teaching on experience and departmental requirements.

• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, high expectations and a commitment to securing strong academic outcomes for all students.

• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching, provide meaningful feedback and support student progress.

• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment in which students feel confident to ask questions, take intellectual risks and develop independence.

• Contribute actively to the wider life of the school, including enrichment, extracurricular opportunities and pastoral responsibilities.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the continued development of our provision.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a teacher who:

• Holds a relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification.

• Has experience teaching within British curriculum school.

• Has strong knowledge of GCSE specifications and assessment requirements.

• Is an excellent communicator who builds positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.

• Combines academic rigour with warmth, enthusiasm and a genuine belief in every student's potential.

• Is reflective, adaptable and committed to their own professional development.

• Brings energy, initiative and a willingness to contribute fully to school life.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is an excellent teacher, cares deeply about young people and will make a positive contribution to our school community.

Join Us

This is an opportunity for an ambitious and committed teacher to join a school with high expectations, a strong sense of purpose and a genuine commitment to the success and wellbeing of every student.

Repton and Cognita is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 5 years.