Teacher of Science - KS3

DescriptionPosition at The Aquila School Owned by Shaikh Mohammed Maktoum Juma Al Maktoum One Person Company LLCJob Description for TeacherFor all staff in school we share a responsibility to ensure that children are safe and properly supervised at all times. Our school is committed to amazing learning- providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to The Aquila Professional Code of Conduct and commit to promoting our vision A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress. Our focus is providing children with amazing learning and to be the school of choice for the community we serve.The Aquila School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.Key qualities and skillsTo have the passion and skill to be able to lead learning so that lessons are engaging and relevant enabling every child to make as much progress as possibleTo be able to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school communityTo be able to use initiative be flexible fun proactive and positiveTo have a sound understanding of the International Baccalaureate philosophyKey duties include:Ensure teaching and learning are of the highest standard and personalised to specifically meet individual needsCore purposesTo be accountable for ensuring that children are inspired motivated and equipped to make as much progress with their learning as possible through real learningTo work collaboratively coaching supporting and training colleagues and familiesTo have a positive impact on the work of the schoolKey duties for all teachers includeTo ensure children are safe and well cared for at all timesTo plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons ensuring that children are actively learning throughout each lesson and that every child makes as much progress as possibleTo ensure effective communication and direct the work of others as appropriateTo lead CAS activities participating and leading staff training and contributing to the establishment and development of the school communityTo comply with our agreed policies and Aquila WaysTo actively engage with our school community e.g. through newsletters informal dialogue reporting supporting school functions and contributing to community and marketing activities to make The Aquila School the school of choice for our community.To actively participate in the performance management process of self and othersTo be involved in improving learning across the school as a subject leaderIn addition all staff are required to carry out any tasks required by the school or the regional office to facilitate the smooth day to day running of the schoolTo be line managed by head of secondaryHours of work- 7.25am-4.15pm Monday to Thursday; 7:25am to 12 noon on Fridays plus occasional evening and weekend work.Holidays- as per the school KHDA approved calendar#J-18808-Ljbffr