Teacher - Music - Noya British School - AY 27 28

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cover

Flights

Housing

Free child school places

Job summary

Noya British School, part of Aldar Education, seeks a Music Teacher to start in August for the 2027/2028 year. Based on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the school delivers a high-quality British curriculum in a warm, inclusive community with a focus on personalised learning and sustainability.

The role involves delivering engaging music lessons, collaborating with staff, and supporting student development, with a competitive rewards package and professional development opportunities within the Aldar

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in Music.
• Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.

Responsibilities

• To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Plan engaging lessons that meet the curriculum requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and liaise with parents to support student progress.
• Assess and reflect on progress using school assessment methods and data.
• Embed the school DNA language and attitudes throughout the curriculum.
• Support wider school activities and events as required.

Skills

Music teaching

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + PGCE

Job description

Job Description:

Aldar Education are currently seeking a Teacher - Music to join Noya British School at the start of the 2027/2028 academic year in August.

Noya British School, proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand. Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities, entertainment options, and a vibrant international environment, Noya British School creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the delivery of a high-quality British curriculum at an affordable price point, ensuring accessibility for families aspiring for excellent education. Our educational programs are designed to be rigorous, enriching, and tailored to equip students with the skills essential for success in the 21st century. Personalised learning is at the heart of our approach, recognising that each student is unique. We believe in nurturing individual talents and interests to foster a dynamic and engaging educational experience. This commitment extends to creating a warm and inclusive community where a sense of belonging is cultivated, and collaboration among students, parents, and educators is encouraged.

Sustainability is integral to our ethos. Noya British School is not just a place of learning; its a community that actively promotes environmental consciousness. Through various initiatives and practices, we aim to instil a sense of responsibility towards the planet, preparing our students to be environmentally conscious global citizens.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group. The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities

Main Duties:

Key Task:

To deliverlessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Roles and responsibilities include:

• Teamwork and collaboration
• To be a good communicator at all levels.
• Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meetrequirementsof the curriculum.
• Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly.
• Working with parents to ensurethe happinessand best academic outcomes for all children.
• Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children’s development.

Specific Duties:

Teaching and learning:

• Clear understanding of the Curriculum.
• Organisingthe classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the wholeability range within the class.
• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
• Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments.
• Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.
• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapistsand educational psychologists,if required.
• Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum

Assessment and data:

• Taking responsibility for theprogress of a class.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student’s developmentusingTarget Tracker.
• Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.
• Providing feedback to parents andcarerson a student’s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings

Behaviourmanagement and duties

• Follow the school’sbehaviourpolicy.
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exerciseappropriate authority, and act decisively whennecessary within the school’sbehaviouralpolicy.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently thepositiveattitudes, values andbehaviour, which are expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations ofbehaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.

Wider professional responsibilities

• To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student’s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience in Music

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.