Job Description

Horizon English School is seeking an exceptional PE Teacher with the passion, competencies and desire to join our wonderful community school and friendly PE team of professionals - one who can actively deliver our physical education curriculum and busy after school sports programme in an exciting, engaging, inclusive and innovative way across the whole school. 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 Horizon English School Dubai: Founded in 1989, Horizon English School (HES) is one of the longest standing British schools in Dubai. Nestled in the heart of Jumeirah, Horizon is home to an international community of over 1000 children and almost 200 colleagues. Our school has been rated as outstanding by the KHDA and BSO for several years and is accredited with BSME (British Schools in the Middle East). This is a rare opportunity to join the team. We're looking forward to meeting candidates who believe:

In the need to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues alike That every child can achieve wonderful things given the right environment That they can always improve In the value of collaboration with others to push for the highest of standards Role Overview: As a specialist teacher at our international primary school, you will bring experience that will add value and enrich the lives of our learners, whilst demonstrating a growth mind-set in terms of your own development. You will have a thorough understanding and experience of curriculum development using the national curriculum for England, whilst demonstrating sound knowledge of how children learn and develop physical education best. Successful candidates will have:

Bachelors of Education and PGCE or international equivalent. Physical Education related qualification or degree is desirable. A minimum of 2 years teaching experience. Experience of working in a PE department. Teaching Experience in a UK setting or renowned British Curriculum / international school. Experience of adding value to a reputable educational organisation. Experience of working as a team member in a school environment. Our Offer: The successful candidate will benefit from an accommodation allowance, private medical cover, flight allowances, end of service gratuity and an attractive tax-free salary. In addition, there will be a significant commitment to supporting the development and career goals of the successful candidate. Applications can be submitted via the TES online application form, only fully completed applications will be processed. To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV. Interviews will take place online and in person. Local candidates will be interviewed in school and will be asked to carry out a lesson observation prior to interview. For overseas candidates, the interview will be online and a task will be set to showcase your outstanding teaching. Thank you for your interest in Horizon English School. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the PE Teacher role. Horizon English School and Cognita are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect 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 10 years. #J-18808-Ljbffr