Job ID: S-AE-3640 - Teacher of PE (Maternity Cover), Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Hartland International School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic female Teacher of PE to join our team on a maternity cover contract commencing 17 August 2026 for term one of the academic year.Hartland 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 PostWe are inviting 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 Physical Education by sharing in the responsibility for teaching, learning, enrichment and pastoral care. The successful candidate will also be expected to make a contribution to our unique and strong enrichment programme which ensures that learning and opportunity are diverse for all.Hartland currently offers certificated courses in GCSE as well as BTEC Level 3 at Sixth Form. Curriculum learning is supported by a thriving after school sports programme, with over 100 sports teams and more than 50% of students representing the school in at least one sport. The successful candidate will:· Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification· Have experience of teaching Physical Education in the UK or in an international setting· Have a minimum two years’ teaching experience· Previous experience of teaching swimming is desirable· Have exceptional communication skills· Be committed to the Hartland Values which can be found on our website In return you will have the opportunity to work in a premium state-of-the-art modern school with a committed and dedicated staff. We have a pro-active approach to continuing professional, personal development and wellbeing, and the successful candidate will join a school where our values and our community are integral to our ethos.Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Hartland International School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.The school is also committed to equality of opportunity and to the culture and principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. How to ApplyThe closing date for this position is 19 June 2026. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview on receipt of applications, prior to the closing deadline. Start date for this position is August 2026.Candidates wishing to apply should complete the application