Adam Khan
Al Barsha,Dubai
Summary
Experienced Form Tutor and classroom practitioner with a strong background in student wellbeing and academic mentoring. Skilled in tracking progress, supporting underachievement, and fostering personal development through purposeful intervention and pastoral care. Proven ability to manage behaviour and inclusion using pastoral systems, working collaboratively with safeguarding and SEND teams. Builds positive relationships with families and leads curriculum-linked activities that reinforce school values and student engagement. Committed to research-informed practice through ongoing CPD and leadership training.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of Biology and Form Tutor
GEMS Wellington International School
Dubai, UAE
10.2022 - 05.2025
- Delivered engaging, evidence-informed Biology lessons using strategies such as flipped learning, learning mats, and collaborative tasks.
- Designed and implemented data-driven revision support (e.g., Biology WISdom) with measurable gains in student attainment.
- Provided consistent pastoral support as a Form Tutor: monitoring attendance, punctuality, and wellbeing via ClassCharts and Upstrive.
- Led and supervised curriculum-linked year group trips (e.g., Thuraya Astronomy Centre overnight visit), embedding safeguarding, engagement, and wellbeing.
- Organised and supported student-led initiatives (e.g., MEDlife project), developing leadership, service values, and a culture of global citizenship.
- Contributed to Vision 2026 by organising visits, assemblies, and tutor-time content aligned with empathy and holistic development goals.
- Completed CPD including SSAT Lead Practitioner, Inquiry-Driven Innovation (Harvard Project Zero), and Aspiring Leaders—applying insights to strengthen both pastoral and academic provision.
Head of Science Department
RAK Academy ISK
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Led the strategic development of Science curriculum across KS3–5, ensuring vertical coherence and student progression.
- Managed departmental staff, performance reviews, and CPD delivery while maintaining oversight of budget and assessment data.
- Conducted learning walks and book looks with a focus on curriculum intent, impact, and implementation.
- Mentored colleagues and modelled pastoral leadership practices to support student wellbeing in an international context.
Head of Science Department
Cockshut Hill Technology College
09.2016 - 07.2021
- Oversaw all departmental planning, exam entries, CPD delivery, and data analysis—achieving year-on-year improvements in outcomes.
- Championed whole-school STEM projects and Year 6 transition initiatives, strengthening community and inclusion.
- Organised science-focused pastoral initiatives (e.g., guest speakers, museum trips) to raise aspirations and enhance cultural capital.
- Led internal CPD on behaviour for learning, feedback strategies, and teaching excellence.
Examiner
AQA
06.2016 - 01.2018
Acting Head of Science, Second in Science and STEM Coordinator
Kings CE School
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Coordinated STEM integration across departments and delivered A-level and GCSE curricula.
- Mentored ITT and TeachFirst trainees, with a strong focus on pastoral care and professional resilience.
- Promoted engagement through science enrichment clubs and interdepartmental collaboration.
Assistant Head of Science and Technology
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Led extracurricular science programmes and academic enrichment trips to support engagement beyond the classroom.
- Delivered internal staff CPD on pedagogy and behaviour strategies to improve consistency and climate for learning.
Science teacher
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
04.2009 - 07.2012
- Delivered triple and combined science to a diverse cohort including EAL and SEND students.
- Actively supported students pastorally through consistent routines and close liaison with pastoral teams.
Education
‘A’ Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Bishop Milner Sixth Form
09.2001 - 06.2003
GCSE’s - Science Double Award, Mathematics, English literature, English Language, Business Studies, Design and Technology, I.T, Geography, German
Castle High School
09.1996 - 06.2001
BSC (Hons) - Biomedical Science
University of Wolverhampton
09.2004 - 06.2007
PGCE - Secondary Science
University of Leicester
Leicester 09.2007 - 06.2008
Skills
- Pastoral Leadership: Experienced Form Tutor responsible for student wellbeing, behaviour, punctuality, and attendance using Upstrive, ClassCharts, and regular parent engagement Actively supports safeguarding procedures and emotional wellbeing
- Strategic Planning & Trip Coordination: Successfully led curriculum-linked year group trips, including overnight visits, with full oversight of logistics, risk assessments, and cross-department collaboration—reinforcing pastoral care and student engagement
- Academic Mentoring & Data Analysis: Designed and implemented academic interventions using QLA, live marking, and targeted feedback Monitored performance data to drive pupil progress and support underachieving students
- Behaviour & Inclusion Management: Promotes high behavioural standards through consistent routines and clear expectations Works closely with inclusion teams to implement and monitor IEPs and pastoral strategies for EAL, SEND, and disadvantaged students
- Leadership & Staff Development: Led departmental CPD, coached new teachers, and participated in learning walks with feedback delivery Supports collaborative practice and builds strong year team culture
- Parental Engagement: Builds strong relationships with families, providing timely updates, celebrating student success, and resolving concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Student Leadership & Character Development: Mentored student-led initiatives (eg, MEDlife), delivered assemblies and tutor content linked to Vision 2026, and fostered student voice and personal growth
- Evidence-Based Practice: Engages in ongoing CPD including SSAT Lead Practitioner, ResearchEd, and Harvard’s Inquiry-Driven Innovation—applying research to enhance both academic and pastoral provision
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 12/16/84
- Nationality: British
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Teacher of Biology and Form Tutor
GEMS Wellington International School
10.2022 - 05.2025
Head of Science Department
RAK Academy ISK
08.2021 - 10.2022
Head of Science Department
Cockshut Hill Technology College
09.2016 - 07.2021
Examiner
AQA
06.2016 - 01.2018
Acting Head of Science, Second in Science and STEM Coordinator
Kings CE School
09.2013 - 07.2016
Assistant Head of Science and Technology
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
09.2012 - 07.2013
Science teacher
Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy
04.2009 - 07.2012
PGCE - Secondary Science
University of Leicester
09.2007 - 06.2008
BSC (Hons) - Biomedical Science
University of Wolverhampton
09.2004 - 06.2007
‘A’ Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Bishop Milner Sixth Form
09.2001 - 06.2003
GCSE’s - Science Double Award, Mathematics, English literature, English Language, Business Studies, Design and Technology, I.T, Geography, German
Castle High School
09.1996 - 06.2001
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