Secondary Science Teacher (Future Head of Department Opportunity) Basic

About the school

Smart Vision School is a growing British curriculum school in Dubai, committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education that enables every student to achieve their full potential. The school is currently open to Year 9 and expanding year-on-year, offering a unique opportunity for an ambitious teacher to play a significant role in shaping the future of secondary provision.

Smart Vision School is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global group of over 120 schools across 25 countries. ISP places learning at the centre of everything it does and provides staff with exceptional professional development, international collaboration and global career pathways.

The school’s vision is to be a credible community school of choice, offering an inclusive, multilingual education. It upholds high expectations and a culture of learning that nurtures curiosity, confidence, resilience, integrity and individual talents. Its mission is to ‘Excite, Engage and Empower’ every learner through outstanding teaching, personalised pathways and a safe, nurturing environment grounded in British values.

The role

Smart Vision School is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Secondary Science Teacher to join its growing secondary team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging Science lessons that inspire curiosity and develop a lifelong love of learning.

As the secondary school continues to expand, this position presents an opportunity for a teacher looking to make a genuine impact beyond the classroom. Candidates with the ambition and leadership potential to progress into a Head of Department role within the next 12–24 months are particularly encouraged to apply. The role would suit an experienced practitioner or newly qualified teacher excited by the prospect of helping to build and shape a department.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Science lessons across Key Stage 3 and, as the school expands, Key Stage 4 and beyond.
• Foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• Support the development and implementation of a rigorous and engaging Science curriculum.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform teaching.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities and school events.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support continuous school improvement.
• Play an active role in the development and future leadership of the Science department.

Requirements

• A recognised teaching qualification and relevant degree in Science or a related field.
• Experience teaching Science within the British curriculum.
• Proven experience teaching GCSE Science, with a strong understanding of examination requirements and student outcomes.
• The vision and expertise required to help guide the school through its first GCSE cohorts.
• A passion for curriculum development and the introduction of A Level Science courses in the future.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• High expectations for student achievement and personal development.
• The ambition and leadership potential to progress into a Head of Department position as the school continues to grow.

Benefits & package

• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in a growing school.
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Clear pathways for career progression and leadership development.
• A chance to help build a Science department from the ground up.
• A competitive tax-free salary and benefits package in line with UAE market standards.

How to apply

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