The opportunity

Due to the school’s continued growth, we are seeking to appoint an inspiring teacher of maths to start in August 2026. For the right candidate, there may also be an opportunity to undertake the role of acting head of department as maternity cover.

The successful candidate will be able to make a significant contribution in helping establish the maths department for Cheltenham Muscat as the best in the city. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong teacher to become part of the team that will establish Cheltenham Muscat as the leading school in Oman.

The school provides teachers with excellent opportunities for career progression and the chance to live and work in a stunning part of the Middle East.

The school

Cheltenham Muscat opened in September 2021 and is Oman’s first, premium, British school, for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. Set on an outstanding state-of-the-art campus, students and teachers at Cheltenham Muscat benefit from world-class facilities for both academic and co-curricular learning as well as strong support from our partner school Cheltenham College, who have been providing exceptional education for students for over 180 years.

The person

We are looking for a committed teacher who is passionate about their work and motivated by the opportunity to inspire our wonderful students. The successful candidate will have high expectations of themselves and their students, both in the classroom and beyond, with a positive outlook and the ability to build strong relationships with all members of our school community.

Please note that candidates must have at least 3 full years of relevant teaching experience in order to obtain a work permit to teach in Oman.

Person specification

• Commitment to high standards, inclusive education and high expectations of all students.
• Ability to inspire colleagues and pupils.
• Commitment to raising the achievement and standards of pupils.
• A good team player.
• Able to work positively and effectively with students, parents, outside agencies and colleagues.
• Holding a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject area.
• Ability to show good cultural understanding and differentiation between students from various backgrounds and ability.
• Exemplary communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• High level interpersonal skills.

Job description

School values and ethos

• To actively promote the school’s vision and values through participation in all areas of school life.
• To support the school’s commitment to provide all-round outstanding education for students.
• To always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge students.
• To have the highest aspirations for all students, both in and out of the classroom.
• To offer excellent pastoral care for all students.
• To respect and support Omani culture.

Safeguarding responsibilities

• To comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures and ensure that any safeguarding concerns are reported in line with policy.
• To demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.
• To engage fully in all safeguarding training as required.

Curriculum development, planning and review

• Have in place a detailed and thorough scheme of work with details of topics to be covered as well as clear aims and objectives.
• To ensure that curriculum planning is broad, balanced and challenging.
• To ensure that long term, medium term and short-term planning is complete in accordance with the school’s curriculum policy.
• To work with senior leaders to ensure that an academically challenging curriculum is taught.
• Seek opportunities for cross-curricular links, for instance through jointly organised educational visits or project work and incorporate Project Earthlings objectives where appropriate.

Teaching and learning

• To deliver a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum.
• To facilitate high quality learning, providing students the opportunity to achieve their potential.
• To deliver well-planned, engaging and creative lessons, ensuring the needs of all students are met.
• To ensure lessons in the department are differentiated appropriately, using approaches that enable every student to access the learning and make excellent progress.
• To demonstrate excellent subject knowledge.
• To set students challenging targets and to draw upon varied strategies, resources and technologies to support students in achieving them.
• Supporting the pastoral team as a form tutor.

Assessment

• To follow school procedures for assessing, recording and reporting on children’s achievements and to use this information effectively to convey progress in report writing and record keeping.
• To provide students with regular written and oral feedback and encourage them to reflect and respond to their feedback.
• To evaluate all academic data gathered in order to inform curriculum adaptation and ensure that learning is personalised for each student.
• To plan and implement intervention strategies for those students identified as underperforming.

School and subject promotion

• To participate fully in the CHM co-curricular and school activity programme.
• To attend specific marketing events such as open days at the reasonable direction of the principal.

Professional standards

• To attend assemblies, parents’ evenings, school functions and other staff meetings as directed by the senior leadership team.
• To recognise the importance of being an exemplary role model to all children within the school.
• To maintain high standards of professional behaviour in accordance with the school ethos, including timekeeping and personal presentation.
• To take personal responsibility for evaluating and reflecting upon your teaching in order to continually develop and improve your practice.
• To always maintain professional and productive relationships with colleagues.
• To fulfil any reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the executive principal.

Package details

The post attracts a competitive salary and benefits package appropriate for the experience, skills and personal circumstances of the successful candidate and will include:

• A competitive, annual tax-free salary.
• An end of service gratuity payment.
• Start and end of contract flights.
• Annual return flight allowance.
• Tuition fee concession at Cheltenham Muscat (if applicable).
• Medical insurance.
• Visa costs.

How to apply

After considering the details of the candidate information pack, job description and person specification, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school.

Any submission without a completed Cheltenham Muscat application form will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and interviews arranged accordingly. Cheltenham Muscat reserves the right to appoint before the closing date and early application is therefore advised.

Safeguarding and privacy

Cheltenham Muscat is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all the staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to applicants providing a satisfactory police clearance certificate from their home country that is less than three (3) months old. Three satisfactory professional references will also be required.

If successful and if applicable, for visa purposes applicants will need to supply relevant degree certificates, university transcripts and proof of having been a ‘full time’ student. These documents will need to be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Oman Embassy in the applicant’s home country. Our HR team can support applicants in completing this process.

By applying to this post, you agree to your data being held and processed by Cheltenham Muscat and its affiliates. If you are appointed to the post you also agree to additional information, including sensitive data such as bank details and medical information, being held by Cheltenham Muscat and its affiliates.

Applicants should also note that any offer of employment is subject to social media checks.

At Cheltenham Muscat, we are committed to fostering a school community where every individual is treated with respect, dignity and fairness. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment or bias of any kind, and actively promote equity and inclusion in all aspects of school life, including recruitment, teaching, learning and co-curricular activities. We celebrate diversity of background, perspective and experience, and are continuously working to ensure that our policies, practices and culture enable every member of our community - students, staff and families - to feel valued, supported and able to thrive.