Head of Music - Prep School

Brighton College, Abu Dhabi; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head of Music for their Prep School. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds through innovative teaching practices. The successful candidate will join a supportive team dedicated to excellence in education, providing a vibrant and fulfilling environment for both staff and students. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, this position demands a genuine passion for education and a collaborative spirit. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a leading British International School, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven record of delivering engaging music lessons.
• Strong desire to ignite students' curiosity and passion for music.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring music lessons that engage and motivate students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to enhance student learning.

Skills

Enthusiasm for teaching

Ability to inspire students

Collaboration skills

Flexibility in teaching methods

Education

Degree in Music Education or related field

Teaching Certification

Job description

Brighton College UK, is a leading Independent-style British International School located in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2011 at a prime location on Abu Dhabi Island on a purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus, the College is heavily over-subscribed and was rated outstanding in all six categories at the most recent ADEK inspection.

We are seeking a Head of Music in Prep School who can start working in August 2025. The successful candidate will have a proven record of delivering lessons that inspire children to succeed in order to achieve their aspirations. You must also be a self-motivated learner and possess enthusiasm and energy to deliver lessons that engage, enthuse and motivate our learners. In doing so, you will be supported by a highly effective team of senior and middle leaders and a staff, pupil and parent body committed to the achievement of excellence.

Our positioning as a leading school in the region and our GCSE results are a testament to the dedication, high standards and hard work of our staff. Teachers are supported and nurtured with CPD opportunities, identified through a combination of personal goals and the school's development targets. Packages are amongst the best globally with an excellent salary and a strong benefits package.

The role is a challenging and busy one, which requires collaboration with colleagues and parents, an advanced understanding of best educational practice and a willingness to be flexible. The successful candidate will be part of a year group team and will have a professional and inclusive outlook on teamwork. It is a vibrant, busy and fulfilling place to work, but one where every teacher is expected to 'give their all'.

This is a demanding and varied position where you need to have a genuine passion for educating children. We are looking for a strong desire and commitment to ignite our pupils' curiosity in developing their knowledge, skills, and understanding through leading teaching practices and methods.

Brighton College, Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and other agencies.

NOTE: We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.

Company Industry:

• Education
• Training
• Teaching

Department / Functional Area:

• Teaching
• Education

Keywords:

• Head Of Music - Prep School