Teacher - Further Mathematics (A-Levels) - Yasmina British Academy- AY2026/27

Overview

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Teacher of Further Mathematics (A-Levels) for Yasmina British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing next academic year .

Yasmina British Academy is an outstanding English Curriculum school in Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Yasmina British Academy is an exceptional place to work. It has an exciting, diverse and progressive learning community that annually produces some of the very best I/GCSE and A Level results in the UAE. Our learning culture is underpinned by our core values of excellence, respect, passion, collaboration and creativity allowing all students to thrive. The Academy recently achieved an ADEK inspection rating of "Outstanding" in all six performance standards, placing it among the top schools in the UAE and Middle East.

The new multi-building campus features state-of-the-art facilities that enable teachers and students to flourish, supporting a future-focused educational experience while delivering on our environmental commitments to sustainable schools in the UAE. This facility acts as a social, sporting and performance hub for the local and international communities, and the campus enhances our already outstanding educational provision while leveraging the Aldar Academies brand.

Responsibilities

• Assist the academy in achieving its vision and strategic targets as set out in the academy's improvement plan and self-evaluation form
• Comply with health and safety regulations and adhere to academy policies relating to safe working practice and equal opportunities
• Comply with the academy's Performance Management Policy; set challenging annual targets and fulfill the role of performance management reviewer if directed by the Principal
• Engage in annual training related to child protection, safeguarding and health and safety, plus any additional training for academy improvement or performance management
• Attend all staff briefings
• Create a climate conducive to outstanding learning and teaching
• Identify clear teaching objectives and specify how they will be taught and assessed
• Set tasks that challenge students and maintain high levels of interest
• Set clear targets, building on prior attainment
• Identify SEN or very able students
• Provide clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation and challenge
• Make effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study
• Use performance data and key indicators to inform planning and deliver differentiated learning matched to need
• Ensure effective teaching and best use of available time
• Maintain an effective learning environment in accordance with academy procedures; encourage punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework
• Use a variety of teaching methods to tailor approach to content, structure information, present key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
• Use effective questioning, listen to students, address errors and misconceptions
• Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other learning technologies
• Ensure students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject
• Evaluate own teaching to improve effectiveness
• Mark and monitor students' work and set targets for progress
• Assess and record students' progress systematically; keep records to check understanding, monitor strengths and areas for development, inform planning and recognise level of achievement
• Undertake assessment of students as required by examination bodies, departmental and academy procedures
• Prepare and present informative reports to parents
• Participate in subject or academy work and develop plans with clear targets and success criteria
• Contribute to the whole academy's visioning activities
• Strive to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations
• Co-operate with staff to share and optimise resources for the benefit of the academy, department and students
• Contribute to the academy's corporate life through participation in meetings and governance tasks to coordinate leadership and management
• Take part in marketing and liaison activities such as Open evenings/afternoons, Parent-Teacher Consultations, and partner academy events

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Education or other relevant field with a teaching qualification
• Minimum of 2 years' experience teaching specialist subject up to GCSE and A Level

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration for the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or police check