Music Teacher

Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS) is seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Music Teacher to join our team from August 2026.

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Al Ain English Speaking School is one of the oldest schools in Al Ain with a reputation that goes beyond the city boundaries. It sits in the “Garden City” renowned for being an oasis in the desert. AAESS is an all-through school with over 2200 children from 3 to 19, and continually growing. The campus is spacious and welcoming and prides itself with good facilities such as our fantastic indoor swimming pool;

floodlit tennis courts; 566 seat auditorium; food prep and nutrition kitchen; automotive garage; TV & radio production studio and two Apple Mac suites. We deliver the British Curriculum and offer iGCSE, AS and A Levels, with our 6th Form students securing places in prestigious universities all over the world.

Al Ain English Speaking School is the first school in Al Ain to hold the British Schools Overseas Award, where we are endorsed by the British Government and quality assured by Ofsted. Additionally, the school holds the prestigious Silver Carnegie Mental Health Award, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and the mental well‑being of its students and staff.

Al Ain English Speaking School is a caring and multicultural community that enables all individuals to realise their potential in a dynamic and innovative learning environment. We value enquiry, perseverance and reflection, treating one another with respect and integrity, while learning together to become responsible and enterprising global citizens.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and inspiring teacher to join our supportive and collaborative department. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, innovative and high‑quality lessons, inspiring curiosity and a love of scientific enquiry. We are looking for a dynamic educator who can develop students’ analytical thinking, practical skills and conceptual understanding across the Sciences.

• Deliver engaging practical lessons that promote enquiry and critical thinking
• Prepare students effectively for GCSE/iGCSE and A Level examinations
• Contribute positively to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities
• Promote high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Work collaboratively within a strong and supportive Science team
• Be committed to continuous professional development

• A Bachelor’s degree in Music or a related discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE,
  
  B.Ed. or equivalent)
• Experience teaching the British Curriculum
• Experience teaching GCSE/iGCSE
• A commitment to raising standards and inspiring students

• A tax‑free salary
• Four and a half day working week in line with new UAE laws but with full‑time salary
• High quality furnished accommodation
• Generous medical insurance
• Return annual flights to your home country
• Visa costs and end‑of‑service gratuity
• Year‑round sunshine
• Middle Management positions might be available for suitable candidates

Living in Al Ain City offers teachers extremely affordable living in an exceptionally friendly and cosmopolitan environment. Staff enjoy an excellent lifestyle, with plentiful leisure facilities (E.g. Rugby, Golf, Swimming, discounted hotel memberships) and fascinating tourist attractions (E.g. Al Ain Zoo, Wadi Adventure, Jebel Hafeet). With the thrill and bright lights of Dubai and Abu Dhabi on our doorstep, staff have extensive opportunities for travel around the Gulf region and further afield.

The position is a full‑time, permanent role and offers a highly competitive salary. Applications can be submitted via the TES online application form, only fully completed application will be…