Teacher - Primary - Al Shohub British School; AY

Job Description

Aldar Education is currently seeking a Primary Teacher (Academic Year 26/27) for Al Shohub Private School to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE.

Al Shohub Private School is a British curriculum, part of Aldar Schools, offering a mixed‑gender primary school located in a purpose‑built educational facility at Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi. The school was founded in 1999 by Her Highness Sheikha Shaikha Bint Saif Al Nahyan to provide exceptional education in Abu Dhabi. The large majority of our students are Emiratis. Our school is deeply rooted in the values of the Emirati community, driven by the aspirations of parents, and guided by the requirements of our regulatory body, ADEK.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the delivery of a high‑quality British curriculum at an affordable price point, ensuring accessibility for families aspiring for excellent education. Our educational programmes are designed to be rigorous, enriching, and tailored to equip students with the skills essential for success in the 21st century. Personalised learning is at the heart of our approach, recognising that each student is unique.

We believe in nurturing individual talents and interests to foster a dynamic and engaging educational experience. This commitment extends to creating a warm and inclusive community where a sense of belonging is cultivated, and collaboration among students, parents, and educators is encouraged.

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 candidate will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

• 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.
• Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments.
• Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.
• Ensuring the Al Shohub British School Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are embedded throughout the curriculum.
• Taking responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students’ development using Target Tracker.
• Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.
• Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student’s progress at Parent‑Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
• Managing classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintaining good relationships with pupils, exercising appropriate authority, and acting decisively when necessary within the school’s behavioural policy.
• Being a positive role model and consistently demonstrating the positive attitudes, values and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Having high expectations of behaviour, promoting self‑control and independence of all learners.
• Carrying out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.
• Working as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• Supporting the organisation and participation in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Communicating effectively with parents/carers regarding student’s achievements and well‑being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
• Making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Running a weekly ECA each term.

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification

• Minimum 1‑2 years teaching experience

• Previous experience working with students whose English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well‑being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra‑curricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

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.