Key Stage 1 Primary Teacher, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Hartland International School seeks to appoint an exceptional Key Stage 1 Teacher with expertise in continuous provision to support our expansion and provision across this phase of the school. Our SchoolHartland has established a reputation for excellence in learning, teaching and leadership in the regio with a student body of just over 2200 students from nearly 110 nationalities. We are a truly unique and international community where a strong blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support for all, targets and inspires excellence. All that we do is underpinned by a values-based family community of teachers, children and parents providing the best possible education for every child in our care. The PostDue to our expansion, applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals who are passionate and forward thinking and who will thrive in the vibrant learning environment of Hartland. By being ambitious, not only for students but for yourself, you will help us build and maintain a successful programme of study in the Primary phase by sharing in the responsibility for teaching, learning, enrichment and pastoral care. The successful candidate will be expected to make a positive contribution to our unique and strong enrichment programme, which ensures that learning and opportunity are diverse and rewarding for all. The ideal Key Stage1 teacher will have a strong understanding of how to integrate continuous provision and foundations of EYFS practice into the Year 1-2 curriculum. They will have expert working knowledge of how to support children transitioning from the Early Years Foundation Stage and preparing them for Key Stage 2 education. A strong working knowledge of integrating opportunities for purposeful play and exploration within a Key Stage 1 classroom environment is a distinct advantage for the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities:Plan and deliver high-quality, creative yet challenging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for EnglandPlan and deliver a developmentally appropriate curriculum for Key Stage 1 children reflective of how young learners learn bestCreate a stimulating classroom environment that promotes active learning and community underpinned by high expectations for allAdapt instruction fluently to meet the needs of all learnersMonitor, assess and respond to student progress, maintaining detailed summative records of child achievementPrioritise and affect the personal development of students in preparation for Key Stage 2 education and beyondFacilitate smooth transitions for students coming from EYFS or those progressing to Key Stage 2Communicate sensitively and effectively with parents on all matters related to their child’s developmentContribute to the success of the school’s enrichment programmeParticipate in a wealth of professional development opportunitiesSupport school community events and activities Essential Requirements:Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualificationQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalentExperience Teaching in Year 1Have a minimum 3 years’ teaching experience teaching the English National Curriculum or EYFS Framework in the UK or in an international settingExperience in Early Years or Key Stage 1 settingsStrong understanding of the transition from EYFS to Key Stage 1 and/or preparation for Key Stage 2Fluent classroom management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPractical knowledge of current pedagogies and assessment strategiesOngoing