Teacher - Modern Foreign Languages - Muna British Academy - AY27/28

Muna British Academy is seeking an outstanding Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages, commencing in the 2027/28 academic year, who can inspire a love of languages, nurture confident communication and broaden students’ understanding of different cultures. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growing Key Stage 3 provision and the development of GCSE/IGCSE and future A-Level pathways. The ability to teach both Spanish and French is desirable, while expertise in teaching GCSE Russian or conducting Russian speaking examinations would be an advantage.

We are looking for a passionate linguist who brings language learning to life through purposeful conversation, authentic resources and engaging cultural experiences. You will develop students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, building secure foundations in phonics, vocabulary and grammar. Through high expectations and skilful adaptation, you will support beginners, continuing learners and heritage-language speakers to communicate with increasing accuracy, fluency and independence.

Beyond the classroom, you will enrich students’ experiences through language clubs, cultural events and opportunities to celebrate our multilingual community. Embodying our values of Ambition, Responsibility and Respect, you will encourage students to appreciate different perspectives and contribute to a collaborative department and a community in which character, wellbeing and achievement are equally valued.

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a related subject, with a PGCE or other recognised teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience

- Minimum of four years’ teaching experience delivering the English National Curriculum.

- Previous experience working with students for whom English is an additional language.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

- Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.

- A high level of professionalism and consideration for the wellbeing of children.

- Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.

- Respect for all members of the school community, irrespective of position, gender, age or ethnic background.

- A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.

- A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or equivalent police clearance.

What We Offer

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centred and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools, and as we grow, so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational and dedicated educators.

We offer an attractive remuneration package, including medical cover, flights, housing and free school places for eligible children. Our future-focused learning model supports both students and staff, and we place a strong emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to the development of others while continuing to grow professionally themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward-thinking educators who would welcome the challenges and opportunities we have to offer.

This job description is not exhaustive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

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.