RATED OUTSTANDING BY ADEK AND BRITISH SCHOOLS OVERSEAS

THE BRITISH SCHOOL AL KHUBAIRAT

PE TEACHER SECONDARY

THE BRITISH SCHOOL AL KHUBAIRATABOUT USThe British School Al Khubairat (BSAK) is Abu Dhabi’s leading British not-for-profit, co-educational, day school, it is also the only British Embassy School in the UAE.

The School was founded in 1968 and generously supported by the late President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, through the donation of land and Amiri Decree No. 5 of 1971. The School is under the ongoing patronage of the British Ambassador and is sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the current President of the United Arab Emirates.

We are immensely proud of these historic links, and today our long-standing reputation and heritage continue to shape our ethos as we celebrate over 50 years of exceeding expectations.

At the heart of our constitution is our status as a not-for-profit and academically non-selective community school. From Nursery to Sixth Form, our aim is to deliver excellence in teaching and learning, bringing everything that is outstanding about the British curriculum to the United Arab Emirates, and we are a member of IAPS, HMC and BSME.

The values of Empathy and Care, Respect and Inclusivity, Honesty and Integrity, Endeavour and Resilience have underpinned the School’s educational philosophy from the beginning. There is a culture of giving and service at the core of our purpose, decisions and actions. We foster a welcoming environment for our BSAK families, which is genuinely friendly and happy. The School engenders an inclusive community spirit, in which everyone is valued, reinforcing cultural diversity and empathy. We are a caring school with the safety and wellbeing of our students always at the forefront.

We are rated Outstanding across all performance standards in both our local Government Agency inspection (ADEK) and that of British Schools Overseas (BSO); and in 2019 we were awarded Best British School in the UAE and Best Post-16 Education in the Schools Compared, Top School Awards. We are also the first school outside of the UK to receive the Carnegie Silver Award for Mental Health.

BSAK provides a full and broad education fit for the modern world, and our mission is to nurture a genuine passion for learning, through world-class teachers, trusted leadership and dedicated support staff.

We inspire and challenge our students, of all academic abilities, to become well-rounded individuals ready to progress to the next stage of their education and life beyond BSAK and Abu Dhabi. Through dedicated support for each individual student, we invest in building future leaders.

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOLFROM THE HEADMASTER

“We are understandably very proud of our special historical importance and equally proud that we were established as a not-for-profit school, with an ethos of inclusivity that supports each of our students. We set high standards and the hard work and dedication of our staff enables all of our students to achieve their goals.“

Mark Leppard MBEHeadmaster at BSAK

The BSAK PE Department is a forward thinking and energetic department which strives to provide the very best opportunities for students within both Sport and Physical Education. Benefiting from fifteen staff members including ten Teachers, two Swim Assistants and two Gap Students, the department impacts across the whole school, teaching Physical Education from Nursery to Year 13 students. Working as part of a whole school department provides teachers with access to a wealth of resources, from discussions with experienced and highly skilled colleagues to access to world class sports facilities.

The curriculum is exciting and diverse, brought to life through high quality teaching which in turn enables all students to succeed. We aim to build a solid foundation for students to weave sport and exercise into their daily lives. The department operates with a Director of Sport, Heads of both Primary and Secondary Physical Education and four Heads of Sport in Rugby, Netball, Football and Swimming.

Academically, both GCSE PE (Edexcel) and BTEC National Diploma (2020 specification) are taught, with over fifty students undertaking the GCSE qualification each year. We currently have fourteen students studying the BTEC diploma. Our BTEC Sports students apply to a wide range of universities, for courses including sports science, coaching, physiotherapy and other exercise and sport related qualifications.

The department is proud to offer a wide variety of Co-curricular sporting opportunities and uses both PE teachers and the wider staff body to facilitate training sessions and competitive matches against other schools. The delivery of the core sports of football, rugby, netball and swimming are overseen by a Head of Sport who leads the strategic development of the sport across the school. BSAK boasts a large number of sporting scholars who follow a specific individualised programme to enhance their sporting performance.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTAT BSAK

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTAT BSAK

During the last four years, the school has been extremely successful in hosting and competing in a range of international sporting competitions including the BSME Games, COBIS Games and our own, very well received, BSAK 7s regional tournament.

We benefit from an extremely strong reputation locally, regionally and internationally and we look to further grow this as a team which is wholly dedicated to improving the outcomes for all students.

The PE department at BSAK is proactive in looking to constantly evolve and progress in its methods of delivery for both Physical Education and Sport. We are therefore looking for an energetic, dedicated and creative thinker, who is able to slot into our extremely successful and cohesive team as a strong team member. Adaptability and a drive for ongoing professional development are key qualities in all members of the team.

An up to date knowledge of the National Curriculum 2014, in addition to a high level of sport science knowledge is required. The focus for the department is to provide world class Physical Education rather than just physical activity.

BSAK has a demanding and extensive co-curricular schedule which is delivered both after school and at weekends. A willingness to provide additional time to support the student’s development in these areas is expected.

PE TEACHER - SECONDARYJOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE PE Teacher - Secondary with possibility of Head of Sport in Football or Swimming

REPORTS TO Director of Sport

COLLABORATES WITH Teachers/Support Staff

CURRENT DIRECT REPORTS None

VISIONBuilding on our unique local heritage, we will provide a world class British education inspiring all our students to exceed expectations.

INTRODUCTIONThe British School Al Khubairat (BSAK) is Abu Dhabi’s leading British, not-for-profit, co-educational day school. From Nursery to Sixth Form, our award-winning dynamic school culture offers students an enriching experience and outstanding results.

BSAK was founded in 1968 and generously supported by the late President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, through the donation of land and Amiri Decree No. 5 of 1971. The School is under the ongoing patronage of the British Ambassador and is sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the current President of the United Arab Emirates. We are immensely proud of these historic links, and today our long-standing reputation and heritage continue to shape our ethos, as we celebrate over 50 years of exceeding expectations. At the heart of our constitution is our status as a not-for-profit and academically non-selective community school. Our mission is to deliver excellence in teaching and learning, bringing everything that is outstanding about the British curriculum to the United Arab Emirates and we are a member of IAPS, HMC and BSME.We are rated Outstanding across all performance standards in both our local Government Agency inspection (ADEK) and the British Schools Overseas (BSO); and in 2019 we were awarded Best British School in the UAE and Best Post-16 Education in the Schools Compared, Top School Awards.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT The welfare and safety of children who attend the British School Al Khubairat is our paramount concern. We will promote the health, well-being and safety of the pupils in all we do. Our children have the right to protection, regardless of age, gender, ability, race or social background. They have a right to be safe in our school. BSAK expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The school recognises and understands its responsibilities to work together in partnership with other agencies both here in the UAE and the UK to help children to grow up in a healthy and safe environment. Appointments are subject to satisfactory checks including the DBS check, ICPC, Local Police Check, Prohibition check and references.

OBJECTIVE OF ROLE● To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum

for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. ● To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Form

Tutor. ● To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to

achieve their individual potential. ● To contribute to raising standards of student attainment. ● To share and support the BSAK’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal

and academic growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES● To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school

and department policy ● To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to students attainment, progress

and achievement.● As a PE Teacher you will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and learning, and for

encouraging a culture of inspiration, enjoyment and success.● Mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required ● Undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas

and school procedures.

KEY REQUIREMENTS● A minimum of one year full time teaching experience ● Excellent communication and time management skills● Can demonstrate a proven record of outstanding teaching and learning● Secure understanding of the National Curriculum, GCSE/IGCSE and BTEC (new specification)● Ability to coach several individual or team sports to a high level and potentially lead one of the

school’s focus areas. Experience in any of the following is preferable; netball, football, swimming, athletics.

● Work as part of a team● Have a total commitment to young people● A commitment to international education● Able to make informed use of inspection and research findings● Able to provide professional direction to the work of others● Good interpersonal skills and team work are essential

PE TEACHER - SECONDARYJOB DESCRIPTION

2nd January 2021Closing date for applications

31st January 2021Offer made

28th January 2021Final interviews

21st January 2021Initial interviews

If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the application form found in the Vacancies section of our website

www.britishschool.sch.ae.

Early applications are advised as BSAK reserves the right to make an early appointment.

The closing date for applications:2nd January 2020.