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We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teachers of Physics to join GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis to start in September 2024. About the School: GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis is committed to personalised learning; every child\xe2\x80\x99s journey is different - from the moment a child steps into our school until the day they graduate. Our school provides a progression from the Early Years Nursery into the Foundation Stage, through to an enriched and developed Primary and Secondary National Curriculum for England offering. Our students leave WSO with the widest range of qualification pathways in the UAE and a remarkable 97% of our graduates are currently pursuing higher education at globally renowned universities. The Foundation Stage at Wellington Academy has been rated Outstanding by the KHDA for ten consecutive years providing an engaging, supportive and empowering environment for our youngest students. GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis has an award winning Physical Education department boasting an extensive range of sports facilities and opportunities taught by specialist teachers before, during and after school, including Football, Rugby, Tennis, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Rounders and Swimming. GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis is the Centre of Excellence for Performance and Theatre Tech is a beacon of excellence internationally \xe2\x80\x93 partnered with both UDO, URDANG International and West End Stage London. WSO is a pioneering school in the UAE, setting the benchmark for educational diversity. We proudly offer the widest range of Post-16 pathways in the country, providing students with unparalleled choices for their academic journey. With six pathways, these options include four \xe2\x80\x98traditional\xe2\x80\x99 pathways, featuring IB Diploma Programme, IB Career-Related Programme, BTEC, and A-Levels. Our fifth pathway enables students to customise their education by selecting subjects from a combination of IB, BTEC, and A-Level offerings to align their choices with their individual needs and interests. At WSO, we offer a sixth pathway, introducing students to ASDAN International Awards and short courses. ASDAN provides a holistic and adaptable education with hands-on, experiential learning, reflecting our commitment to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of every student. At WSO, we take immense pride in our students\xe2\x80\x99 remarkable achievements, which are a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. With a 97% A-Level pass rate, including an impressive 41% achieving A*-B grades, our students consistently excel in their academic pursuits. Additionally, our IB Diploma Programme graduates boast an outstanding 92% pass rate, with 11% of our students achieving an exceptional score of 40 or more. Our dedication to providing diverse pathways to success is reflected in our 100% BTEC pass rate, with an outstanding 81% of all grades at distinction level. Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it\xe2\x80\x99s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programs and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. With most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools, GEMS teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities across the world as we expand into more and more countries. The successful applicant will be required to have the following:

• A B.Ed. or degree and PGCE / PGDE or equivalent with exceptional subject knowledge.
• At least 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience of the National Curriculum for England.
• Experience teaching Physics to GCSE, A-Level and/or IB Curriculum. We are seeking to appoint talented, highly motivated and well-qualified individuals. You should have a proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching.
• A mindset which understands all students have the potential for top performance, and the drive and passion to enable them to do so.
• Experience which will enable a contribution to our enriched curriculum programme.

Please note: Interviews will be held face-to-face, where possible, or virtually on Zoom, as suitable candidates apply. We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date of this advertisement, therefore early applications are recommended. Person
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.