Secondary Teacher of Physics at Safa Community School 2027/2028

Safa Community School; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Safa Community School in Dubai is seeking a dynamic Secondary Teacher of Physics to join our Science department. You will teach Physics across KS3 and KS4, including Combined Science where required, and provide preparation for GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level examinations.

Candidates should hold a Physics degree with a recognised teaching qualification and demonstrable British Curriculum experience; a passion for practical, inquiry-led learning and collaboration with colleagues is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics or related subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Physics in British Curriculum schools at GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level.
• Enthusiasm for Physics and ability to inspire students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare courses and lessons; set and mark work; assess, record and report progress.
• Use data to inform teaching, track progress and implement timely interventions.
• Prepare students for GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level examinations, including assessment and reporting.
• Deliver practical work safely following risk assessments and health policies; support practicals.
• Collaborate with Mathematics and science staff to plan interdisciplinary lessons.
• Communicate with parents, write reports and attend Parents’ Evenings.

Skills

Physics

Teaching

Education

Physics degree

Qualified teaching qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Secondary Teacher of Physics at Safa Community School, Dubai

Safa Community School is a beacon of excellence. In 2024 we were honoured with the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ title, and we received the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award’, backed by a GCSE VA score of +2.2. Our high staff retention and top 15 UAE ranking (Schoolscompared.com) reflect a warm, inclusive community in which students, parents and staff all feel at home. Safa is an award-winning, all-through UK curriculum school from FS1 to Year 13 with [number] students, and around 35% of our parents are from the UK. Follow us on Instagram at safa_scs. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Physics Teacher to join our accomplished Science department. The successful candidate will teach Physics across KS3 and KS4 (including Combined Science where required) and to A-Level. This role is advertised as part of our strategic growth to meet increasing enrolment and programme demand.

General Professional Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare courses and lessons; set and mark work; assess, record and report on progress and attainment in line with school policy.
• Use data to inform teaching, track progress and put timely interventions in place.
• Prepare students for GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level examinations, including assessment, reporting and attending exam-related meetings.
• Deliver practical work safely and effectively, following risk assessments and the school’s health and safety policies; support required practicals and practical endorsement.
• Develop students’ mathematical skills in a scientific context, working closely with the Mathematics department.
• Work with the science technicians to plan and prepare practical lessons.
• Communicate with parents, write reports and attend Parents’ Evenings and Open Evenings.
• Maintain good order and discipline among students.
• Contribute to departmental meetings, schemes of work, and methods of teaching and assessment.
• Keep up to date with curriculum innovation and engage in CPD.
• Work collaboratively with support teachers, and support a beginning teacher where appropriate.
• Set work for known absences and cover for absent colleagues where required.
• Take responsibility for a designated area of the curriculum, administration or a project (for example STEM enrichment, robotics or Physics Olympiad preparation).
• Carry out other tasks reasonably directed by the Head of Department.
• Familiarise yourself with the DSIB inspection framework; be supportive of UAE initiatives and cultural expectations.

Candidate Profile

The Successful Candidate

• Will hold relevant qualifications (a degree in Physics or a related subject plus a recognised teaching qualification).
• Must have experience teaching Physics in British Curriculum schools at both GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level.
• Is enthusiastic about Physics and able to inspire students.
• Understands assessment and examination requirements for KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Is an outstanding teacher, committed to a strong practical and inquiry-led approach.
• Works effectively as part of a team and keeps up to date with subject developments.
• Is willing to develop professionally within or beyond the department.

Application Process

• Closing date: Friday, 11 December 2026 at 10h00 UAE time. Applications are assessed in order of receipt and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.