Overview
Teacher – Primary – The Pearl British Academy – AY 25/26 Jobs in Abu Dhabi at Pearl British AcademyThe school is located in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
25 March 2025
Job overview
Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Primary Teacher for The Pearl British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in August 2025.
The Pearl British Academy is a diverse private international English school located in the heart of Abu Dhabi city. Serving students from Nursery – Year 6 we follow the National Curriculum of England. To provide professional leadership and management for the department in order to secure high quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.
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
Qualities and Attributes:
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 meet the requirements of the curriculum.
Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly.
Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children’s development.
Teaching and Learning:
Clear understanding of the required Curriculum.
Organising the 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 whole ability range within the class ensuring personalised learning for all students
Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
Observing and assessing children in line with school assessment processes.
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 therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
Ensure the Pearl British Academy Teacher HPL language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.
Assessment and data:
Taking responsibility for the progress of all individuals in a class/ classes.
Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student’s development using Learning Ladders.
Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention as part of the expected quality first teaching.
Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student’s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
Behaviour Management and Duties:
Follow the school’s behaviour policy.
Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school’s behavioural policy.
Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.
Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.
Ensure all attendance and punctuality expectations are followed as per policy.
Wider professional responsibilities:
To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
To actively take responsibility for your CPD to seek improved standards of teaching and learning in line with the school SDP and your personal development plan.
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
A Bachelor of Education Degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
Outstanding teacher.
Teaching across ability range with proven success.
Experience of working in an International School is desirable.
Experience of teaching UK Curriculum.
Strong Inter-personal skills.
Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations is preferable.
Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student.
Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient.
Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check
Aldar Education is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and any offer of appointment will be subject to any relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities.
About Pearl British Academy
Pearl British Academy
Hazza Bin Zayed Street, Al Wahdah, Po Box 129641
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
+971 641 8887
Rated ‘Outstanding’ by British School Overseas (BSO).
The Pearl Academy was founded by Aldar Academies in 2007 and has grown rapidly. Although we are a relatively large school, we have retained the small school ethos of friendliness, protection, care and nurturing for all children. The school follows the National Curriculum for England together with its assessments and caters for children between the ages of 3 and 11. In a short period of time, we have achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of data and assessment in all areas of the curriculum.
We follow SEAL as part of our PSHE and promote the safety, health and well-being of every child. Our curriculum offers excellence and enjoyment for all and we ensure children are offered challenging activities in all areas of school life to enable them to reach their potential. Our curriculum extends to our Extra Curricular Activities for children in years 2 to 6, with more than 40 activities to choose from after the end of the school day. An active Friends of Pearl Association supports the school with social events and fundraising activities. The school offers specialist teaching in physical education, including swimming, music, French, Arabic, Islamic studies and social studies. Our facilities include an astroturf pitch, 25 metre swimming pool, a very large hall with stage and an extremely well-resourced library. The school has invested in the latest technology to further enhance the outstanding quality of education. Classroom and specialist teachers are recruited from the British Isles and are extremely well qualified and experienced, offering the best in education to our children. There are excellent teachers for Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies who offer high quality teaching to native and non native speakers. Continuous Professional Development forms an integral part of ongoing development for all teachers within Aldar Academies. The Pearl is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi on 11th and 4th street. We have over 40 experienced teachers.
For further information about The Pearl Academy, please go to our website www.pearlprimary.sch.ae.
Title: Teacher – Primary – The Pearl British Academy – AY 25/26
Company: Pearl British AcademyThe school is located in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi
Location: Abu Dhabi
