Job description

Job Description

The Islamic Teacher at Smart Vision School is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and inclusive Islamic Studies lessons that foster academic, spiritual, social, and emotional development. The teacher will create a positive and nurturing classroom environment, adapt teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners, and cultivate a love of learning and curiosity about Islamic knowledge.

This role aligns with UK Teachers’ Standards, the KHDA Education Inspection Framework, and the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) curriculum for Islamic Studies, ensuring excellence in teaching, safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion, and student achievement. The teacher will maintain effective communication with parents and colleagues and contribute to the wider SVS community.

• Plan and deliver Islamic Studies lessons aligned with the UAE MoE curriculum and school schemes of work.

  
  
  

• Use excellent subject knowledge and pedagogy to inspire students and foster spiritual, moral, and cultural development.

  
  
  

• Adapt lessons to support Students of Determination, ELL learners, and students with diverse abilities.

  
  
  

• Employ a variety of teaching strategies, including ICT and creative approaches, to enhance engagement.

  
  
  

• Encourage students to become independent, confident, and lifelong learners.

  
  
  

• Model best practice in academic integrity, critical thinking, and Islamic ethics.

  
  
  

• Assess and record student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and guidance.

  
  
  

• Support students in setting learning targets and achieving personal bests.

  
  
  

• Produce clear, professional reports and maintain accurate records of academic, social, and spiritual development.

  
  
  

• Establish and maintain consistent expectations for behaviour aligned with school policies and Islamic values.

  
  
  

• Promote respect, empathy, and inclusion within the classroom and wider school community.

  
  
  

• Take proactive measures to safeguard students from abuse, bullying, or discrimination.

  
  
  

• Support students’ personal and spiritual wellbeing through mentoring and guidance.

  
  
  

• Prepare schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with UAE MoE Islamic Studies curriculum and school standards.

  
  
  

• Contribute to the development of teaching materials, assessment methods, and enrichment activities.

  
  
  

• Embed UAE heritage, culture, and values across the curriculum.

  
  
  

• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high-quality provision and ensure cohesive learning experiences.

  
  
  

• Engage in continuous professional development, reflecting on teaching practice.

  
  
  

• Actively participate in departmental and whole-school meetings and initiatives.

  
  
  

• Support school events, after-school activities, and community engagement.

  
  
  

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity at all times.

  
  
  

Essential:

• Relevant Islamic Studies qualification and outstanding subject knowledge

  
  
  

• Minimum of two years’ teaching experience in a school setting

  
  
  

• Strong understanding of assessment, differentiation, and inclusion

  
  
  

• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken

  
  
  

• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing requirements

  
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience teaching in UAE or international schools

  
  
  

• Familiarity with KHDA inspection standards and MoE Islamic Studies curriculum

  
  
  

• Empathetic listener with high emotional intelligence

  
  
  

• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills

  
  
  

• Strong organisational and behaviour management skills

  
  
  

• Flexible, proactive, and solution-focused approach

  
  
  

• Internationally minded with intercultural awareness and creativity

  
  
  

• Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions

  
  
  

UK Teachers’ Standards

Set high expectations

Promote good progress

Demonstrate strong subject knowledge

Plan and teach well-structured lessons

Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all pupils

Make accurate and productive use of assessment

Manage behaviour effectively

Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

KHDA Education Inspection Framework

• Student Achievement and Progress

  
  
  

• Teaching for Effective Learning

  
  
  

• Personal Development, Behaviour, and Wellbeing

  
  
  

• Provision for Students of Determination

  
  
  

• Leadership, Collaboration, and Professional Responsibilities

  
  
  

UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) Islamic Studies Alignment

• Deliver Islamic Studies lessons following MoE standards and learning outcomes

  
  
  

• Foster knowledge of Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and Islamic values

  
  
  

• Promote understanding of UAE heritage, culture, and national identity

  
  
  

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.