Teacher of Art and Design - AY26/27 - Muna British Academy

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Teacher of Art and Design to join Muna British Academy in Abu Dhabi, commencing in the academic year 2026–2027.

Since our establishment in 2009, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, consistently earning an “Outstanding” rating from ADEK since 2015. In August 2025, Muna British Academy moved to a state-of-the-art campus in the prestigious Saadiyat Lagoons community. This transition has enabled us to expand our offerings to cater to students from FS1 to Year 8, with plans to extend to Year 13 soon, all within an inspiring environment committed to delivering exceptional educational experiences.

Our new campus features world-class facilities that foster academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. This relocation marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, offering an unparalleled opportunity for our community to thrive in a premier educational setting.

As we prepare to expand our secondary year groups in the next academic year, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the esteemed Aldar family of schools and contribute to the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational organization.

Ideal candidates will align with our core values and ethos, demonstrating a profound appreciation and understanding of the region's culture and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning

• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across the art and design curriculum, delivering high-quality instruction throughout Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, including GCSE, A Level, and BTEC pathways as applicable.

• Teach a variety of art and design disciplines at Key Stage 3, encompassing drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, and design processes, with the ability to focus on a specific area at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 when needed.

• Conduct engaging and well-organized lessons that foster students’ creativity, technical skills, visual literacy, and understanding of artistic processes and concepts.

• Create and implement schemes of work that adhere to the UK National Curriculum at KS3 and satisfy the requirements of examination boards for KS4 and KS5.

• Prepare students comprehensively for external qualifications such as (I)GCSE, A Level, and BTEC Art and Design qualifications.

• Promote creative exploration through experimentation with various materials, techniques, processes, and artistic styles.

• Provide high-quality guidance and feedback during coursework and portfolio development to help students meet examination standards.

• Design lessons and learning sequences tailored to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring appropriate challenges and support for a diverse range of abilities.

• Effectively use assessments to track student progress, inform planning, and assist students in reaching their full potential.

• Encourage students’ independence, resilience, and reflective practices through sketchbook work, research, experimentation, and portfolio development.

• Maintain well-organized art studios and classrooms, featuring resources and displays that foster a stimulating and inspiring creative learning environment.

• Uphold high health and safety standards when students are working with specialized materials, tools, and equipment.

• Incorporate a variety of teaching strategies, including digital technology and blended learning methods, to enhance student engagement and advancement.

• Address the needs of all learners, including POD (SEN), EAL, and G&T students, through effective differentiation and inclusive teaching practices.

• Contribute to the development of the art and design curriculum, ensuring it remains engaging, rigorous, and aligned with contemporary trends in art, design, and creative industries.

Assessment, Progress, and Achievement

• Monitor and evaluate student progress using assessment data to inform teaching and identify students requiring additional challenge or support.

• Offer clear and constructive feedback that helps students improve their artistic skills, creative processes, and portfolio development.

• Prepare students thoroughly for both internal and external assessments through structured guidance, coursework support, and portfolio preparation.

• Participate in departmental moderation and standardization processes to ensure accurate and consistent assessment.

• Assist students in developing crucial research, experimentation, evaluation, and presentation skills essential for GCSE, A Level, and BTEC Art and Design qualifications.

Behaviour Management and Student Wellbeing

• Follow the school’s behavior policy and maintain high expectations for student conduct and engagement.

• Effectively manage classrooms by employing positive behavior strategies that create a focused and productive learning environment.

• Build positive relationships with students, promoting respect, responsibility, and independence.

• Act as a positive role model, embodying the values and ethos of the school.

• Support the pastoral development of students while contributing to the overall wellbeing and safeguarding of all learners.

Professional Responsibilities and Wider Contribution

• Engage in the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, clubs, exhibitions, and competitions that enhance student learning beyond the classroom.

• Support whole-school initiatives and cross-curricular opportunities that foster creativity, sustainability, innovation, and enterprise.

• Participate in departmental planning, professional development, and collaborative efforts with colleagues.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting and parent communication processes.

• Fulfill duties and responsibilities as directed in accordance with the school’s policies and expectations.

• Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, child protection, and professional conduct at all times.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject along with a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Required experience in an international school setting.

• Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language (EAL).

• Must possess a professional, approachable demeanor, and be knowledgeable.

• Ability to engage professionally with various stakeholders.

• A passion for teaching and a commitment to nurturing and educating children.

• A high level of professionalism and consideration for children’s wellbeing.

• Recent and ongoing participation in extracurricular activities.

• A positive, solution-oriented mindset in professional settings.

• Qualities of warmth, empathy, credibility, self-assurance, integrity, drive, and a child-centered approach.

• Capacity to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with parents in a diverse, multicultural context.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education is a network of premier, child-centered, and innovative schools located in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our owned and managed institutions, and as we expand, our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated educational leaders grows. Our progressive learning model involves both students and staff, emphasizing professional development, coaching, and training.

Successful candidates will gain access to a vast network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to the training of others while advancing their own development.

Aldar Education invites applications from like-minded, forward-thinking school leaders eager to embrace the challenges and opportunities we offer.

This job description does not cover all aspects of the role. Aldar Education reserves the right to modify this description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We also encourage UAE Nationals to apply, mindful of our national development strategy.

Aldar Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Job offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and police clearance.