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Job Description
Due to the continued success of our GEMS Wesgreen Internation School, Sharjah we are looking to recruit HOD Mathematics Teacher to start in August 2025.
The post holder will lead, manage, and be accountable for the quality of school’s curriculum provision to promote the fulfilment of the school’s mission:
As a Middle Leader and therefore part of the Middle Leadership Team, the post holder will be expected:
• to articulate a vision for the Mathematics Department in the context of the school’s ethos and vision
• to lead, manage, co-ordinate, maintain, develop, monitor and evaluate the school’s curriculum provision in the mathematics for whole school.
• to make a full contribution to the processes of planning, resource management, policy development and implementation across the school through the effective leadership and management of all aspects of the work of Mathematics Department.
• to make a full contribution to ensuring high expectations and standards in all aspects of school life
• to work flexibly in supporting the day-to-day organisation and management of the school
• to be accountable to the appropriate senior or extended leader and ultimately the Principal/CEO
• to contribute to the school’s Performance Management programme where appropriate
There are five aspects which enable the Key Purpose to be achieved:
• Promoting and ensuring student development, progress and well being
• Leading teaching and learning and managing policy within the context of the Mathematics Department
• Leading and managing people and teams
• Managing resources
• Promoting and representing the Mathematics Department
This is a fantastic opportunity for to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class International School.
We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and PGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Wesgreen International School is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark.
Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the school n a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.
Skills
Successful candidates will need to:
Hold a Bed or bachelor's degree in mathematics with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
Have the ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.
Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.
All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:
Competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.
GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Job Details
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About This Company
WESGREEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - SHARJAH
Education Sharjah, United Arab Emirates http://www.wesgreeninternationalschool-sharjah.comGEMS Wesgreen International School is a world class British School in the Heart of Sharjah and is recognised amongst the most prestigious British Curriculum international schools in the state. We are a vibrant, welcoming and dynamic school, that provides a world class British education for every student who enters our doors. Our main purpose is to ensure that every single child receives a world class education across all areas of their development. We have an unwavering belief that all students can achieve their full potential. As a British School Overseas (accredited and recognised by the DfE in the UK), we continue to evolve our educational offering to ensure we are equipping all our students with the right mindset and skills set to enable them to thrive in the world of today and tomorrow. Wesgreen students are being prepared to be the leaders of tomorrow. Wesgreen International School was founded in 1991 and became a member of the GEMS international network of schools in 2017. The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE) and has around 3500 students spread across four separate campuses on one site: Early Years (FS1, FS2, and Year 1); a co-educational Primary (Year 2 to Year 5); a Boys' Secondary School (Year 6 to Year 13), and a similar Secondary Girls' School. Wesgreen is a world-class academic institution with a long history of high academic Success. The school is a member of the British Schools in the Middle East (BSME), which helps raise educational standards and creates opportunities for staff professional development. The school is also an AoBSO (Association of British Schools Oversea) member, which is a selective association of only the top British International schools from around the world and recognised by the UK department for Education. Many alumni serve as dedicated members of their alma mater's parent body, while others excel at some of the world's best universities. In addition, the school inspires excellence and empowers global minds by engaging passionate and qualified international educators in a culturally responsive setting. Many staff and families enjoy longstanding educational partnerships, which is one of the community's many strengths and reason of connection.