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Teacher of PE

Teacher of PE

Cheltenham Muscat

Muscat, Oman

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Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
19 May 2022

Job overview

The Opportunity

Due to success in our student enrolment and the school’s continued growth, we are delighted to expand our academic team for an August 2022 start.

The successful candidate will be able to make a significant contribution in helping establish the PE Department for Cheltenham Muscat. This is an exceptional and rare opportunity for someone who has the qualities, skills and experience to be part of the team that will establish Cheltenham Muscat as the leading school in Oman.

The school provides teachers with excellent opportunities for career development and progression to middle leadership positions and beyond.

The School

Cheltenham Muscat opened in September 2021 and is Oman’s first, premium, British school, for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. Our partnership with Cheltenham College UK, who have been educating pupils both from the UK and abroad for 180 years is genuine. Set on an outstanding state-of-the-art campus, pupils and teachers at Cheltenham Muscat benefit from first-class facilities for both academic and co-curricular learning.

The Person

The successful candidate will be someone who:              

  • can deliver well-planned, engaging and creative learning experience for their pupils.           
  • can deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated programme for all pupils in their care.       
  • always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.           
  • ensure excellent pastoral care.           
  • contribute to the co-curricular programme and whole-school activities in a committed and enthusiastic manner.           
  • work co-operatively and supportively with all members of staff.           
  • has a growth mindset, positive and flexible attitude and is prepared to go the extra mile.

Package Details         

The post attracts a competitive salary (£47,700 - £62,800*) UK-equivalent package before tax and benefits package appropriate for the experience, skills and personal circumstances of the successful candidate and will include:       

  • A competitive, annual tax-free salary inclusive of accommodation and other allowances.      
  • An end of service payment.       
  • Start and end of contract flights.       
  • Annual return flight allowance.       
  • Tuition fee concession at Cheltenham Muscat (if applicable).       
  • Medical insurance.      
  • Visa costs. 

* please note these figures may vary according to current exchange rates

How to Apply

In order to apply, please complete the TES online application form that accompanies the advert.

After considering the details of the candidate information pack, job description and person specification, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school.

Any submission without a completed Cheltenham Muscat Application Form will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 19th May 2022.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and interviews arranged accordingly. Cheltenham Muscat reserves the right to appoint before the closing date and early application is therefore advised.

For more information or an informal conversation please contact careers@cheltenhammuscat.com 

Please visit www.cheltenhammuscat.com  for further information about the School.

Terms of Appointment

We recognise that the success of Cheltenham Muscat depends on the quality, wellbeing and motivation of our staff. In addition to the salary and package structure outlined above, staff can also expect: 

• A commitment to professional development. 

• A dedicated and passionate human resources and support team, committed to making life in Oman as comfortable as possible. 

• Outstanding career progression opportunities that arise from being part of a rapidly expanding education group in a dynamic market.

Safeguarding and Privacy

Cheltenham Muscat is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to applicants providing a satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate from their home country that is less than 6 months old.

By applying for this post, you agree to your data being held and processed by Cheltenham Muscat and its affiliates. If you are appointed to the post you also agree to additional information, including sensitive data such as bank details and medical information, being held by Cheltenham Muscat and its affiliates.

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About Cheltenham Muscat

Cheltenham Muscat opened in September 2021 and is the first UK premium school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Oman. Our partnership with Cheltenham College UK , who have been educating pupils both from the UK and abroad for one hundred and eighty years is genuine.

Cheltenham Muscat offers:

· A first-class British style international education in the international context of Oman from EYFS through to IGCSE, A Level and General Education Diploma (GED) examinations.

· Academic excellence for all

· Uniquely for Oman, specialist teaching for all pupils from Grade 5 with some specialist – led lessons going all the way down to the early years

· Outstanding pastoral care and opportunities for personal development; and

· A broad range of co-curricular activities as part of a fulfilling extended school day.

The partnership with Cheltenham College UK is a great source of strength. Significant collaboration in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum planning, professional development, and co-curriculum opportunities, ensure that we maintain the highest international standards. Through the strength of our partnership, both pupils and staff in Oman benefit from the expertise and reputation Cheltenham College has built in the UK over the past two centuries.

We combine an academic focus with a broad extra curriculum, offering all students an extended and fulfilling school day. Underpinning our curriculum is the importance we attach to pastoral care and the wellbeing of all pupils. We understand that children fulfil their potential when they feel happy, supported and at ease in their surroundings. All members of staff, therefore, work hard to build a strong sense of community and promote supportive relationships, ensuring that children know they always have a peer or adult to whom they can talk.

The structure of Cheltenham Muscat is:

Pre-Prep           KG1 – Grade 2                

Prep                  Grade 2 – Grade 8         

Senior               Grade 8 – Grade 12       

The school is located in the Al Bandar Masterplan – a 1.1 million square metre development situated in close proximity to Muscat International Airport, City Centre Muscat and many residential communities. Our state-of-the-art campus houses some of the finest school facilities in Oman. These include dedicated libraries, a central atrium, a STEM centre, an Art and Design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, IT labs, indoor and outdoor sports facilities and a 25m x 6 lane pool plus learner pool.

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