Social Studies Teacher

About the role

GEMS Winchester School in Abu Dhabi, which opened in 2013 and delivers the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage to Year 9, is looking for an outstanding Social Studies teacher. The post is open to immediate starters who are available in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver the required curriculum, especially UAE Social Studies, with accurate and up-to-date knowledge of the subject.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons that motivate students, using materials and the classroom environment suited to different learning styles.
• Keep records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources and assessment plans, and show evidence of planning on request.
• Follow GEMS policies, procedures and codes of conduct, including Child Protection.
• Teach students according to their individual needs, such as late-entering students, ESL learners, those with low academic ability and gifted and talented students.
• Set and mark work, assess, record and report on students' progress and attainment, and use assessment to meet individual needs.
• Use media and technology in the classroom and promote student well-being and pastoral guidance.
• Communicate with external parties such as Ministry of Education officials and meet with parents regularly, keeping student information confidential.
• Take part in appraisal, performance management and professional development, and contribute to teaching materials and co-curricular programmes (at least 2 hours).
• Supervise student behaviour, model cultural awareness, help organise school events and attend staff meetings and committees.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed) or a subject-related degree with a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/PGDE/state teaching license or equivalent).
• Proven experience teaching Social Studies, preferably within a British curriculum (preferred but not essential).
• Ability to inspire, motivate and support students, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and an inclusive culture.
• Willingness to go beyond the normal working day when needed.