MFL Teacher (Senior School)
Brighton College, Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 18 February 2016
Job overview
Brighton College Abu Dhabi is a leading Independent-style British International School in the United Arab Emirates. With a prime location on Abu Dhabi Island and a purpose built state of the art campus, which is nearing its fifth anniversary, the school is heavily over-subscribed.
In August 2015, the school achieved the best GCSE results of any school in the Emirate with 52% of all GCSE grades at A or A*. This summer sees our first ever Year 13 cohort graduate from the school with pupils already having secured places at the leading universities of the world. The school is a vibrant, busy and fulfilling place to work, but one where every teacher is expected to 'give their all'. All staff are expected to take an active part in their own professional development with exceptional levels of financial support for CPD provided by the school and many opportunities for promotion, either within the school or within the growing Brighton family of schools.
Our positioning as a leading school in the region and our GCSE results this summer are testament to the dedication and hard work of our common room. Packages are amongst the best globally with an excellent basic salary and a strong benefits package.
The Senior School is located on the middle and top floor of the main building and teaches over 400 pupils aged 14-18 (Years 9-13). Pupils follow a common programme in Year 9 in preparation for GCSEs. Pupils in Years 10 and 11 typically study 10 GCSEs. In Years 12-13 pupils typically study 3 or 4 A Levels. All Senior School teachers are expected to teach A level in their subject area. The ideal candidate must be able to teach at least two European Languages to GCSE. Recent experience of teaching at least one language to A level is desirable.
To apply for this position please follow the instructions that can be found at www.brightoncollege.ae, under Teaching Vacancies.
Closing date for applications is Thursday, February 18th, 2016, however we may conduct interviews and offer a position sooner. Candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.
About Brighton College, Abu Dhabi
- Brighton College, Abu Dhabi
- Bloom Gardens, Near Khalifa Park, PO Box 129444
- Abu Dhabi
- United Arab Emirates
Mixed state school Brighton College Abu Dhabi educates around 1,650 pupils aged between three and 18 across its Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior schools. A Sixth Form (Year 12) opened in September 2014. Based on Abu Dhabi Island in a purpose-built campus next to Khalifa Park the has 144 academic staff and more than 100 support staff. It was the first of Brighton College UK’s sister schools in the United Arab Emirates, joined in September 2013 by Brighton College Al Ain.
Headteacher
Scott George Carnochan
Values and Vision
Brighton College Abu Dhabi believes its students can reach their potential when their efforts are valued, celebrated and shared. One of its most important aims is to nurture intellectual curiosity and confident debate, as well as involving pupils in a wide variety of extracurricular activities. It is hoped this well help them become well-rounded human beings who can make a real contribution to society after they leave the school. The traditions of British independent school education are also valued, including links with Brighton College UK and the other schools in the Brighton family. The school seeks to be underpinned by a vibrant and energetic community. It promotes a love of learning for its own sake, a spiritual awareness and an enthusiasm for the world beyond the classroom, including sport, music and the performing arts. Pupils are taught to respect differences in others and recognise the efforts and achievements of all in their community.
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