Primary Music Teacher - KSNAS AY 26/27

Primary Music Teacher

Kings’ School Nad Al Sheba is seeking a passionate and committed Music Teacher to educate students in Key Stages 1 and 2. We envision the selected individual growing alongside our department, playing a key role in enhancing practices and ensuring that music is integral to our school's culture.

Our department is well-equipped with an array of instruments and a robust peripatetic music program, along with specially designed classrooms that nurture and showcase the creativity of our students.

You will have the chance to work alongside a successful and innovative Head of Department dedicated to promoting Music as a vital component of our school community.

Kings’ is affiliated with the John Hattie Visible Learning program, which focuses on improving student outcomes and aligns with our mission statement of “The best by every child.” Our educators benefit from outstanding and highly sought-after professional development that shapes our collaborative approach as educational professionals.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree relevant to the teaching subject
• Qualified teacher status (QTS) and/or a PGCE
• An outstanding teacher with experience in Primary education
• Proven ability to deliver consistently engaging lessons with a track record of positive results
• Experience in organizing music clubs, assemblies, and productions is essential
• A commitment to the well-being and pastoral care of every student
• Willingness to engage more broadly within the school community
• Innovative, creative, and enthusiastic with a demonstrated ability to achieve results
• Ability to motivate, inspire, and engage both children and adults
• Strong dedication to cultivating a culture of high expectations and quality care
• Extensive professional knowledge and understanding acquired in a well-established educational setting
• Familiarity with assessment strategies and using assessments to monitor progress in teaching and learning
• Ability to manage change effectively and perform well under pressure
• An exceptional collaborative practitioner with a proven capacity to build positive working relationships and communicate efficiently with various stakeholders

How to apply: Interested candidates should apply directly via the WhatSchool platform.

The application deadline is 6th April 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and we reserve the right to appoint a qualified candidate before the closing date. Successful candidates will begin their roles in August 2026.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough screening process, which includes:

• Verification of qualifications and passport;
• Obtaining three satisfactory references (including from current/most recent and previous employers);
• Providing a Police Certificate(s) for the past ten years from all countries of residence;
• Conducting Prohibition Checks for applicants with a UK background.

Any employment gaps noted on the application form will be discussed during the interview and may be investigated further.

To learn more, please visit our website: https://kings-edu.com/nadalsheba/