English Teachers (Secondary) -August 2026

Job Description: Secondary English Teacher (August 2026)

Are you an educator who believes that “every child is special”? Al Salam Community School (ASCS) , a prestigious independent family-owned school in Dubai, is seeking “Outstanding” Secondary English Teachers to join our diverse and inclusive faculty for August 2026 .

Founded by the renowned Sue Johnston, ASCS is a Google Certified school that blends the National Curriculum for England with a modern Design Thinking approach. We pride ourselves on a truly unique demographic: our community represents a rich tapestry of ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds, creating a “home” where diversity is not just accepted but celebrated. If you are a tech-savvy English expert with a passion for AQA/Edexcel excellence, we want to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities & Impact

• Inspirational Pedagogy: Deliver high-quality English Language and Literature lessons across GCSE and A-Level , fostering “Learners with Aspiration. “

• Design Thinking: Apply a problem-solving, critical-thinking approach to the British Curriculum, helping students make cross-curricular connections.

• Technology Integration: Utilize our Google-enabled environment and Chromebooks to create interactive, student-led learning experiences.

• Holistic Development: Contribute to the school’s character-building mission and engage actively in the comprehensive extra-curricular program.

• Collaborative Growth: Work as a dedicated team player within the English Department to maintain “Outstanding” standards of attainment.

Candidate Requirements

• Academic Background: Undergraduate degree or major in English Literature or Language .

• Qualifications: A PGCE in Secondary English (or equivalent teaching qualification).

• Curriculum Expertise: Proven experience teaching the British National Curriculum .

• Exam Board Proficiency: Specific experience with AQA, Edexcel , or equivalent British exam boards.

• Tech-Savvy: Confidence in using classroom technology to enrich the student experience.

• Commitment: A desire to contribute to the wider life of the school and a dedication to child safeguarding.

Diversity & Inclusion Statistics

Al Salam Community School is defined by its commitment to a diverse “untapped talent pool. ” Our unique intake is reflected in the following broad community statistics:

• Student Diversity: Our student body represents over 80 different nationalities .

• Linguistic Richness:While English is the medium of instruction,over50 mother tonguesare spoken within our community.

• Teacher Representation:We recruit from a global talent pool,with staff hailing from theUK, Ireland, South Africa, Canada, and various Arab nations,ensuring a 1:12 teacher-to-student ratio that supports inclusive learning.

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