Physical Education Teacher (Gems Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi) - Jan 2027 Start

Job Description GEMS Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint a high-performing Physical Education Teacher to join our team from January 2027. The ideal candidate will be passionate about promoting health, fitness, and wellbeing, and will have experience delivering high-quality PE lessons across whole school. You will inspire students to develop physical competence, teamwork, resilience, and a lifelong commitment to active living through engaging and inclusive practices. A commitment to student development, collaboration, and high standards of teaching and learning is essential. Overall Function and Purpose: To teach and educate students in Physical Education according to the guidelines provided by the National Curriculum Framework, under the overall guidance of the competent education authority. To plan, deliver, and assess engaging PE lessons that support students’ physical development, health awareness, and overall wellbeing, ensuring each student achieves their full potential. Contribute actively to the wider school community, including extracurricular sports provision. Main Responsibilities: • Deliver the required PE curriculum, demonstrating accurate and up-to-date subject knowledge, including sports, fitness, and health education. • Ensure a safe, inclusive, and well-organised environment for all physical activities, adhering to health and safety standards at all times. • Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality PE lessons that cater to students of varying abilities and promote active participation. • Teach according to the educational needs, abilities, and physical capabilities of individual students and groups. • Promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive attitudes towards health and wellbeing. • Assess, record, and report on students’ progress, attainment, effort, and participation in physical activities. • Use data and assessment to inform practice and support student progress in both practical and theoretical components. • Set high expectations for all students, encouraging personal improvement, resilience, and confidence. • Contribute to the school development plan, particularly in areas related to sport, wellbeing, and student engagement. • Organise, lead, and support extracurricular sports activities, teams, fixtures, and school competitions. • Participate in inter-school events, tournaments, and sports days, promoting school spirit and participation. • Ensure the safe use, storage, and maintenance of sports equipment and facilities. • Maintain high standards of discipline, behaviour, and safeguarding during all physical activities and school events. • Promote the general progress and wellbeing of students, acting as a role model for healthy and active lifestyles. • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external stakeholders regarding student progress and participation. • Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the PE curriculum and whole-school initiatives related to health and wellbeing. • Participate in CPD and remain up to date with best practices in PE, coaching, and student wellbeing. • Support school events, assemblies, and initiatives as required. • Participate in duties and responsibilities allocated by the Head of Department/Head of School. • Contribute to the organisation and delivery of school-wide events and activities. Skills Description Required Qualifications, Experience & Skills: • Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field, with a recognized teaching qualification/license. • Strong subject knowledge in PE, sports, and health education. • Experience teaching PE across whole school. • Ability to coach and lead a variety of sports and physical activities. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues. • Commitment to promoting student wellbeing, inclusion, and participation. • Minimum of two years’ teaching experience in a relevant subject/age group. • Competency in using ICT to support teaching, learning, and assessment. • Level 2 swimming certified (desirable). GEMS Safeguarding GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field, with a recognized teaching qualification/license. Strong subject knowledge in PE, sports, and health education. Experience teaching PE across whole school. Ability to coach and lead a variety of sports and physical activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues. Commitment to promoting student wellbeing, inclusion, and participation. Minimum of two years’ teaching experience in a relevant subject/age group. Competency in using ICT to support teaching, learning, and assessment. Level 2 swimming certified (desirable).

Deliver the required PE curriculum, ensuring up-to-date subject knowledge in sports, fitness, and health education. Create a safe, inclusive environment for all physical activities and adhere to health and safety standards. Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality PE lessons for varying abilities. Teach according to the educational needs and capabilities of individual students and groups. Promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive attitudes towards health and wellbeing. Assess, record, and report on students’ progress and participation. Use data to inform practice and support student progress. Contribute to the school development plan related to sport, wellbeing, and student engagement. Organise and support extracurricular sports activities, teams, fixtures, and competitions. Participate in inter-school events and school sports days. Ensure safe use and maintenance of equipment and facilities. Maintain high standards of discipline, safeguarding, and wellbeing. Communicate with colleagues, parents, and external stakeholders regarding student progress. Collaborate to enhance the PE curriculum and whole-school initiatives. Participate in CPD and stay updated on best practices in PE, coaching, and student wellbeing. Support school events and duties as required. Contribute to school-wide events and activities.