Quran Teacher in Preston

Dawat-e-Islami, a renowned global Islamic charitable organisation with centres throughout the UK, is looking to recruit a Quran teacher to join their enthusiastic and highly motivated team. Dawat-e-Islami is growing rapidly and needs highly skilled and motivated individuals to further its aim of self-rectification. We offer a vibrant mix of cultures within the organisation which promotes community cohesion. Being part of Dawat-e-Islami will help you develop your spirituality to lead your life harmoniously and make a significant contribution to society. You will get the opportunity to work for one of the largest Islamic Charitable Organisations in the United Kingdom.

The charity is led by individuals with a high level of experience and expertise in their field. We have a very supportive management team who will look after you well.

Safeguarding Statement: Dawat-e-Islami is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. The procedures include questioning at the interview stage, verification of appropriate qualifications, acquiring references, and necessary safety checks.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver innovative and engaging lessons in Tajweed and Islamic Studies
• Ensure provision of high-quality education in line with the organisation's expectations to children between the ages of 6-13
• Using our textbooks, course books and other learning materials
• Complete regular progress sheets and compile a summary for feedback for parents by following the prescribed teaching timetable
• Excellent knowledge of Tajweed and Islamic Studies
• Passionate about raising achievement and providing the best possible Islamic education for all children
• Ability to work on own initiative and identify new opportunities
• Ability to relate well to young people and adults
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good standard of IT skills
• Participate in ongoing training for continued professional development (organisational & professional)
• Self-motivated, organised and professional
• Portray a positive attitude

Qualifications:

• Successfully completed Alim/Alima course or a similar Islamic course
• Successfully completed Hifz course
• Successfully completed Qiraat course
• Ongoing training will be provided

A team of highly enthusiastic individuals will be working with you to assist, support and guide. Opportunity to work for an organisation with sound grounds and a well-known presence in the community. Highly competitive remuneration package available for the right candidate.

Selection Process:

• Candidates will be shortlisted using the job description and personal specifications
• References will be taken up (at least one from the previous employer)
• Clarifications will be sought on any discrepancies
• Either face-to-face or telephone interview will be conducted
• Pass company Teaching test
• Any offers made will be subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and completion of mandatory e-modules prior to starting the job

Education: GCSE or equivalent (Preferred)

Hours of work: This role involves working Monday to Friday from 4:30pm - 7:45pm.

Pay: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Start Date: As soon as clear enhanced DBS is received, and Mandatory online modules have been completed by the candidate.

Data Protection Statement: Your data will be held securely and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA), the EU Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC, the General Data Protection Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (GDPR), and all applicable laws and regulations relating to Processing of Personal Data and privacy, including where applicable the guidance and codes of practice issued by the Information Commissioner.