Music Teacher - GCSE and A Level

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 174,587 - 242,483; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare to home country

Access to leadership pathways and international career progression

Job summary

Gems Education UAE in Dubai is seeking a Music Teacher for GCSE and A Level. The successful candidate will deliver engaging British curriculum lessons starting August 2026, catering to students of diverse abilities. This role fosters both teaching and learning in a supportive environment within the GEMS network.

Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Music or Education, relevant teaching qualifications, and a passion for music education. The position offers competitive tax-free salaries and benefits ranging from accommodation to professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Music is required.
• Teaching qualification (PGCE, PGDE) is needed.
• Experience in teaching GCSE and A Level Music.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons.
• Teach Music across secondary groups including GCSE and A Level.
• Prepare students for practical assessments and coursework.

Skills

British curriculum Music – GCSE & A Level

Music performance, composition, theory, listening, and musical analysis

Practical assessment preparation

Classroom management

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor of Education or a bachelor's degree in Music

PGCE, PGDE, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Music Teacher – GCSE and A Level (Dubai, United Arab Emirates). The role is part of the full‑time Primary‑Secondary Education team at GEMS Founders School, delivering engaging British curriculum Music lessons from August 2026. This position is suitable for an early‑career teacher seeking international experience or an experienced educator aiming to advance within the global GEMS Education network.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver stimulating Music lessons aligned with the British curriculum.
• Teach Music across secondary year groups, including GCSE and A Level.
• Develop student capability in performance, composition, listening, analysis, and music theory.
• Prepare learners for practical assessments, coursework, internal examinations, and external qualifications.
• Adapt lesson content and teaching strategies to support different abilities and learning requirements.
• Set clear learning objectives and maintain high expectations for achievement, conduct, and participation.
• Assess student work accurately and provide useful feedback that supports measurable progress.
• Use assessment information to identify learning gaps and refine future lesson planning.
• Integrate instruments, audio equipment, digital composition platforms, and multimedia resources into teaching.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident performing and expressing creative ideas.
• Organise or support concerts, productions, recitals, assemblies, competitions, and school celebrations.
• Encourage participation in choirs, bands, ensembles, music clubs, and other extracurricular activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues on curriculum planning and cross‑school initiatives.
• Maintain constructive communication with students, parents, department colleagues, and school leaders.
• Participate in professional development, school improvement activities, meetings, and training.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and student welfare procedures at all times.
• Make a positive contribution to community‑based initiatives and the wider life of GEMS Founders School.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Education or a bachelor's degree in Music.
• PGCE, PGDE, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Demonstrated experience teaching Music at secondary school level.
• Proven ability to teach GCSE and A Level Music.
• Strong understanding of the British curriculum, assessment requirements, and examination preparation.
• Early‑career teachers with relevant training and excellent subject knowledge may be considered.
• Evidence of high‑quality classroom teaching and positive student outcomes.
• Practical competence in performance, composition, theory, listening, and musical analysis.
• Creative teaching style supported by strong planning and classroom management.
• Ability to motivate students with different levels of musical experience and confidence.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to lead or contribute to concerts, ensembles, productions, and extracurricular programmes.
• Commitment to professional learning and continuous improvement.
• Ability to model the school values of Grow, Flourish, and Succeed.
• UK‑enhanced DBS clearance or an equivalent police background check is required before appointment.

Key Skills

• British curriculum Music – GCSE & A Level
• Secondary classroom teaching
• Music performance, composition, theory, listening, and musical analysis
• Practical assessment preparation
• Instrumental and vocal instruction, choir leadership, ensemble direction
• Concert planning, curriculum development, lesson planning, differentiated instruction
• Student assessment, classroom management, educational technology, digital music tools
• Safeguarding and child protection

Benefits

• Competitive tax‑free salary
• Fully furnished accommodation
• Schooling support for eligible children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfare to the employee's home country
• End‑of‑service gratuity
• Access to NQT, QTS, and iPGCE development routes where applicable
• Leadership pathways and international career progression
• Complimentary membership of the GEMS Rewards programme, providing discounts across travel, hotels, restaurants, retail, and lifestyle services