Teacher - Primary - Muna British Academy - Maternity Cover(Aug 26-Oct 26)

Role Overview

Teacher - Primary at Muna British Academy, part of Aldar Education in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This is a maternity cover position running from August 26 to October 26.

Company Overview

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE, educating over 25,000 students across a group of owned and managed schools. Since establishment in 2009, the organization has built and maintained a strong reputation for excellence, consistently achieving an "Outstanding" ADEK rating since 2015.

Muna British Academy relocated in August 2025 to a state-of-the-art campus in the prestigious Saadiyat Lagoons community. The school welcomes students from FS1 to Year 8, with plans to extend to Year 13 in the near future. The new campus features world-class facilities designed to foster academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth.

Role Purpose

To deliver exceptional primary education within the England National Curriculum framework, inspiring students to achieve the best possible academic and personal outcomes while contributing to the wider life and ethos of a rapidly expanding, high-performing school community.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Organize classroom provision and learning resources and create displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessments.
• Reflect on classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjust environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists as required.

Assessment and Data

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meet requirements for assessment and recording of student development using Target Tracker.
• Use data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision, and intervention.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers on student progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behavior Management and Duties

• Follow the school's behavior policy.
• Manage classes effectively using approaches appropriate to students' needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school's behavioral policy.
• Be a positive role model and consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values, and behavior expected of pupils.
• Maintain high expectations of behavior, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively and demonstrate strong teamwork.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly.
• Work with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
• Cooperate with curriculum support staff to support children's development.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student achievements and well-being using school systems and processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.

Wider Professional Responsibilities

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to that team.
• Support the organizing of and participate in school events, outings, and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education, or Bachelor's degree with a mandatory post-teaching qualification such as PGCE or similar in Primary Education.
• Minimum of 1 year experience teaching the England National Curriculum in a similar role.

Skills & Competencies

• Experience working with English as an Additional Language (EAL) students.
• Mandatory experience teaching the England National Curriculum in a primary setting.
• IT literacy and familiarity with online technologies to aid in 21st century teaching.
• Ability to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self-belief, integrity, drive, and child-centered approach.
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitask.
• Genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and culture of the region.

Additional Information

Contract and Duration

• Position Duration: August 26 – October 26 (maternity cover).

Remuneration and Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Medical cover.
• Flights.
• Housing.
• Free child school places.
• Future-focused learning model that includes both students and staff.
• Special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training.
• Access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing yourself.

Commitment and Requirements

• Successful candidates will be closely aligned with Aldar Education's core values and ethos and will demonstrate a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and culture of the region.
• Aldar Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Aldar Education encourages UAE Nationals in their application as part of commitment to the national development strategy.
• 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.