Teacher of Secondary Physics

Please note these posts are available only for FEMALE candidates. ECT are not accepted.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated, UK qualified Secondary School Physics Teacher to join our Science Department from August 2024. For the right candidate, there is also the option of being appointed as Head of House or Head of Year.

The Science department’s KS3 curriculum follows the Exploring Science Scheme with the Biology, Chemistry and Physics content being taught in blocks. The pupils then follow the International GCSE Edexcel specification. In Year 10 and 11 pupils have the option of choosing two Science disciplines to take at GCSE. Last year, we had our first cohort of Year 11 pupils sitting their i/GCSE examinations. Our curriculum has been designed to match the skills requirements of the AS/A Level qualifications and our aim, mission and vision for the school.

Biology, Chemistry and Physics are all offered at KS5 and follow the Edexcel specification.

This is a fantastic opportunity for teachers to gain experience in one of the premier independent British Curriculum schools in the Middle East. It is a very exciting time to be joining our fabulous school as we continue our expansion.

Successful applicants must have:

• A certified UK teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, or PGCE.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Physics.
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience of teaching the British National Curriculum in Key Stages 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
• Recent experience teaching i/GCSE and AS/A level Biology, Physics or Chemistry (preferably with either Cambridge or Pearson International Examinations).
•  A desire to help build a thriving department.
• A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of how to differentiate teaching materials so that all pupils have an opportunity to access the curriculum.
• A willingness to take part in extra-curricular activities after school.

Desirable qualities: 

• An ability to teach a second subject in the Science Department (to i/GCSE level).
• Experience of teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language or English as a Second Language.
• Experience of integrating technology into secondary teaching.
• Experience of, or an understanding of how STEM education can be integrated into the secondary Science curriculum.
• Recent UK experience and previous international teaching experience.

As a teacher at Sherborne Qatar you will: 

• Promote our mission and values.
• Have the ability to generate amongst the pupils, an excitement about learning.
• Have a sense of humour and be a team player.
• Be resilient, flexible and open minded.   
• Be committed to helping us grow and develop a productive, effective, happy school.            
• Be emotionally intelligent.

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to teach a range of interesting and hardworking pupils.
• An excellent working environment in a state-of-the-art school.
• The opportunity to get involved in an extensive enrichment programme.
• An attractive tax-free salary, accommodation and additional benefits.
• A good work / life balance.
• Strong links to Sherborne Dorset, one of the oldest and most distinguished British independent schools.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please complete the TES online application form (Quick Apply) and upload a covering letter of application (no more than two A4 sheets) addressed to the Headmistress, Ms Sofia Darr, explaining why you wish to apply for the post and what skills and qualities you can bring. Please ensure you read the job descriptions for the posts (attached below).

Completed applications should be submitted no later than Friday 19th April 2024. Please note that we only accept applications via TES and do not accept CVs.

Our preference is always to meet candidates in person as far as possible. We will host interviews in the UK and Doha as soon as possible after the closing date. We reserve the right to make an early appointment however, and candidates are encouraged to apply early to secure their role. If you have not heard from the school by Monday 22nd April, on this occasion, you have not been successful, and we wish you the best of luck with your job search.

Successful UK based applicants will be asked to attend a meeting in Sherborne, Dorset on 5th & 6th July and travel to Qatar around 21st August 2024 for induction training.

SAFEGUARDING AND CHILD PROTECTION:

Sherborne Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

For further information regarding the Sherborne Qatar family of schools, kindly visit www.sherborneqatar.org and enjoy some of the videos in our brochure below.