Head of MFL

British School Al Khubairat; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) to teach French up to A Levels, starting from September 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will be a qualified UK teacher with significant teaching and leadership experience. This full-time position offers a vibrant work environment and the opportunity to contribute to a school recognized for its exceptional education standards.

Qualifications

• UK qualified teacher with a Bachelor of Education in French plus PGCE qualification.
• At least 5 years relevant teaching experience.
• At least 2 years relevant leadership experience.

Skills

French language teaching

Curriculum development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Education in French

PGCE qualification

Job description

Head of MFL (French)

The British School Al Khubairat is looking to employ a Head of Modern Foreign Languages who is able to teach French up to A Levels. This is a full‑time role and will commence 1 September 2026. We are rated Outstanding across all performance standards in both our local Government Agency inspection (ADEK) and that of British Schools Overseas (BSO); in 2023 we won 5 SchoolsCompared.com Top Schools Awards for Overall Best School in the UAE, Best British Curriculum, Best School for Sport, Best Fine Art and Best Principal and were finalists for 9 other categories. We are also the first school outside the UK to receive the Carnegie Gold Award for Mental Health. The School is included in the Spear’s Schools Index, among the 100 leading private schools in the world and Top Ten Middle East Schools. We are also ranked in the Top 15 Best Private Schools in the Middle East in the Global Schools Index by Carfax Education.

• Employer: The British School Al Khubairat
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hours: Full time
• Start date: 1 September 2026
• Posting date: 21 January 2026
• Expiry date: 4 February 2026 11:59 PM
• Job ID: 1530458

Qualifications

• UK qualified teacher with a Bachelor of Education in French plus PGCE qualification.
• At least 5 years relevant teaching experience.
• At least 2 years relevant leadership experience.

Application process

To apply, complete the application form found in the vacancies part of our website. A job description is available on the website for further information about the role. The closing date for applications is 4 February 2026. Early applications are advised as BSAK reserves the right to make an early appointment.

Attachments

• Safeguarding Statement: The British School Al Khubairat is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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