Aldar Education is currently seeking an exceptional Teacher of Physical Education for Nursery to Year 13 at Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in the 2025-2026 Academic Year.
We are looking for a dedicated professional with a passion for promoting healthy and active lifestyles and inspiring students to develop a lifelong love of physical activity. A strong interest in netball, football, and swimming would be advantageous, as would a commitment to delivering high-quality physical education across all age groups. If you have the enthusiasm and expertise to make a positive impact on student well-being and achievement, we encourage you to apply.
Mamoura British Academy is a British curriculum, mixed gender school until Year 9 and a girl’s only school from Year 10 onwards. It is located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to be ‘a sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture all learners through our bespoke Mamoura British Academy DNA.’ This Mamoura Learner, Teacher and Values DNA is at the heart of the school community.
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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 year’s teaching experience in English National Curriculum teaching is desirable but ECTs will be considered

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Outstanding teacher
• Teaching across the age ability range with proven success
• Experience of working in more than one International School desirable
• Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum
• Strong inter-personal skills
• A commitment to School Vision and Mission Statement
• Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student
• The ability to work under pressure, problem-solve and be resilient
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
• A knowledge of teaching swimming would be advantageous

KEY TASKS:

To deliver engaging lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes

A. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• 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 professionally and working flexibly.
• Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all students.
• Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support student development.
• Acting as a form tutor and supporting the pastoral needs of students.

D. 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 Behaviour 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.
• Ensure the Mamoura Values DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.

E. WIDER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work as part of a department team, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• 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 students’ 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 ECAs in line with the sports programme as directed by Head of PE.