Islamic Studies Teacher (UAE National)

About the role

Aldar Academies is recruiting an Islamic Studies teacher for Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi, starting in March 2027. The school follows a British curriculum, is mixed-gender until Year 8 and girls-only from Year 9, and is situated in a modern building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. Candidates should be closely aligned with the school's core values and show a genuine understanding of the values of the region.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Plan engaging lessons with fellow teachers that meet curriculum requirements, and liaise with colleagues and parents to support children's development and academic success.
• Organise classroom provision and learning resources, create displays, and present sessions that cater to the whole ability range.
• Motivate pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching and assess them in line with school assessments.
• Reflect on classroom practice and adjust planning and the curriculum accordingly; meet with professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists if needed.
• Embed the school's learner and teacher DNA across the curriculum.
• Take responsibility for class progress, record development using Target Tracker, use assessment data to inform planning and intervention, and give parents feedback at parent-teacher conferences.
• Manage classes effectively, follow the school's behaviour policy, and act as a positive role model.
• Work in a curriculum action group, take part in school events and activities, communicate with parents via systems such as CPOMS, and run a weekly ECA each term.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in the related subject with a PGCE or other teacher qualification.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience.
• Experience of the UK curriculum.
• Commitment to an extensive enrichment programme and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.