Teacher of Biology at Safa Community School

POST: Secondary Teacher of Biology at Safa Community School, Dubai

Safa Community School is a beacon of educational excellence, recognized as the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ in 2024, emphasizing our dedication to student well-being. Our commitment to academic success is further validated by receiving the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award’ and achieving an impressive +2.2 GCSE VA score in 2024. We take pride in our high staff retention rates and our ranking within the top 15 Schools in the UAE, as per the Schoolscompared.com survey.

At Safa Community School, we foster a vibrant community spirit. Our parent body is notably diverse, with around 35% of our families coming from the UK, which enhances our reputation as a welcoming and inclusive institution. The strong connections between staff, parents, and students embody our inclusive ethos, ensuring that everyone feels appreciated and integral to our school community. This sense of belonging sets us apart and guarantees that you will feel at home here.

Safa Community School, an award-winning institution, provides a thorough UK curriculum from FS1 through Year 13, currently serving 2,640 students. To view our lively community and celebrate student accomplishments and events, follow our school Instagram account at safa_scs. Experience how we foster talent, inspire creativity, and cultivate a flourishing environment for every learner.

We are on the lookout for a passionate and knowledgeable Biology specialist to join our distinguished secondary department.

The chosen candidate will be responsible for teaching students across various ages and capabilities, including GCSE and A-Level learners.

This role is part of our planned expansion to meet the increasing student enrollment and demand for our educational programs.

General Professional Responsibilities

The professional duties of a teacher encompass the following:

- Designing, preparing, and delivering captivating lessons, assessing student work, and providing progress reports in alignment with school policies.

- Using data to inform classroom instruction, tracking student progress, and executing timely interventions.

- Preparing students for public examinations and assessing them accordingly, while also participating in relevant meetings regarding the administration of these assessments.

- Engaging with parents through consultations and report writing.

- Attending Parents’ Evenings and Open Evenings.

- Maintaining discipline and fostering a positive learning atmosphere among students.

- Contributing to departmental meetings and participating in Open Evenings.

- Working collaboratively as part of a team to develop departmental policies, introduce curricular initiatives, and enhance teaching and assessment practices.

- Participating in administrative tasks to ensure the department operates efficiently.

- Keeping informed about curriculum developments, engaging in CPD opportunities, and contributing to personal professional growth.

- Collaborating with support teachers in the classroom.

- Mentoring a new teacher, if applicable.

- Assigning work for classes during planned absences and preparing materials for absent colleagues when necessary.

- Taking responsibility for a designated area related to curriculum, administration, or project innovation.

- Completing additional tasks as reasonably assigned by the Head of Department.

- Familiarizing themselves with the DSIB inspection framework and understanding the expectations for outstanding teaching and learning in the UAE.

- Supporting UAE initiatives and cultural expectations.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate must:

- Hold relevant qualifications.

- Have experience teaching in British Curriculum schools, particularly with IGCSE and A-Level courses.

- Possess a passion for Biology and the ability to effectively convey this enthusiasm to students.

- Understand assessment and examination requirements for KS3, KS4, and KS5.

- Be an exceptional teacher who can showcase outstanding practice and demonstrate student progress.

- Collaborate effectively within a team.

- Stay informed on advancements in their subject area.

- Be committed to professional development, actively seeking further training opportunities both within the department and externally to advance their career.

Note:

This job description will be reviewed periodically and may be updated as necessary.

Application Process

The application deadline is Friday, 10th April 2026, at 10:00 UAE time.

To apply:

- All applications must be submitted through the TES/Schrole Portal. Applications submitted via other means will not be considered.

- Only candidates with experience teaching GCSEs and A-Levels will be evaluated.

- Include an updated, comprehensive resume/CV.

- Provide a cover letter not exceeding two A4 pages.

- List at least three referees, including a current employer, along with their names, phone numbers (including international dialing codes), and email addresses.

- Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and interviews may be scheduled at any time following submission. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date, so we encourage prompt applications from interested candidates.

- Candidates selected for initial interviews will be contacted individually for follow-up discussions regarding second-round interviews.

- A demonstration lesson will be included in the selection process.

Feedback will only be provided to candidates advancing to the interview stages upon request.