Head of Physics

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking a well-qualified, enthstic, and highly motivated Head of Physics to join our prestigious faculty. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic Physics department and shape the scientific education of our students.

This is an exciting chance to join one of the premier co-educational International schools in Abu Dhabi. Amity International School recognizes that its most important investment is in the quality of its teachers and support staff. As such, to progress the school in this next phase of its growth, our staff receive one of the best salary and benefits packages locally, commensurate with their positions responsibilities and the schools size.

• Well established British Curriculum International School
• Renowned reputation for Sport, Music, Arts, and Academia
• 15-acre bay-side campus with unique facilities
• Beautiful setting on the perimeter of the UAEs capital
• Inspirational working environment with committed students keen to learn
• Set up as a not-for-profit organization

• Delivery of Physics curriculum across Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 levels
• Development and implementation of engaging, inquiry-based lesson plans
• Assessment and monitoring of student progress
• Organization and oversight of practical laboratory work
• Contribution to cross-curricular STEM initiatives

• Strategic development of the Physics curriculum
• Management and mentoring of Physics department staff
• Budget and resource management for the department
• Development of departmental policies and procedures
• Oversight of laboratory safety protocols and procedures

• Highly competitive salary benchmarked against leading schools locally
• Accommodation or housing allowance aligned with personal family circumstances
• Spacious, modern, and well-equipped science laboratories
• Supportive line management
• Access to generous professional development training
• Opportunities to link with other subject areas in school and other schools internationally

• Strong focus and experience in teaching Physics at Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 levels
• Enthsm for engaging young learners in scientific inquiry and discovery
• Demonstrable leadership experience in an educational setting
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Vision for developing Physics education with integration of modern technologies
• Commitment to promoting extracurricular scientific activities and competitions

Applicants should complete the application form on the TES website via the Quick Apply button. Please submit:

• A CV of no more than 2 pages
• A letter outlining your teaching philosophy and leadership approach
• Scanned copies of degree certificates and teaching qualifications

The school reserves the right to begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Early application is recommended. Interviews will be conducted in Abu Dhabi or via Teams.

Amity International School is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

All applicants will be required to:

• Undergo child protection screening
• Submit a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment

• Supply a minimum of two references, at least one of which should be from the Head Teacher/Principal of the most recent school

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview schedule.

Amity International School - Abu Dhabi E10, Exit 39, Al Bahya Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Amity International School is a private all-through school in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The school is part of the Amity Education Group, a not-for-profit Education Foundation with campuses across the world.

The city of Abu Dhabi is the nations capital and its second largest behind Dubai. The school itself is located close to Deerfields Mall on the Abu Dhabi - Dubai highway. The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE) and is staffed primarily by teachers trained in the United Kingdom. Job applications are open to all nations with English as its first language.

The school is located on a state-of-the-art, 15 acre campus and facilities include an Olympic Pool, full-size football pitch, 400m running track, ICT rooms, language lab, special needs classrooms, 600 seat auditorium, specialist art rooms, black box theatre, drama room and libraries for all educational stages. Amitys boat house boasts Royal Yacht Association accreditation and offers a wide range of activities including sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and wind surfing.

Executive Principal

Sarah Wade

Values and vision

Amity International School is committed to providing an outstanding education, developing a strong community and providing inspirational teaching. Students and staff promote independent learning, critical thinking and self-reflection in a caring and stimulating environment. As talented educators, knowledgeable in their subject areas, Amity teachers go beyond developing the mastery of skills and the acquisition of knowledge, also providing a holistic education in which the emotional and physical well-being of every student is developed.