Primary Head of Music | Sharjah English School

The School

Sharjah English School is a small, inclusive, non-for-profit school, occupying a spacious and attractive campus in close proximity to Dubai. We are a well-established co-educational school offering the National Curriculum to 1100 children from Foundation through to A Level. As well as serving the local British expatriate community, the school has students from many other nationalities. We are a British School Overseas and British Schools of the Middle East accredited school. Sharjah English School provides an outstanding learning environment which encourages curiosity, ignites imagination and develops independence. We are committed to providing the very best learning experiences, through positive and supportive relationships.

The Post: Primary Head of Music

For August 2025 we are seeking a passionate Music teacher to join our committed and skilled Music department. The role would require teaching across selected year groups in the Primary school including the Early years.

Personal Specifications:

• Be an outstanding practitioner, skilled in adapting teaching to meet learners’ needs
• a sound understanding of leading an engaging environment
• Demonstrate an in-depth and up to date knowledge of the English National Curriculum for Music and the skills to make it relevant and engaging for all learners
• Have a strong personal presence and demonstrate high level interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to build effective working relationships with staff, parents and other stakeholders
• Previous experience in organising and leading pupil performances and providing extracurricular music opportunities

The successful candidate must have the following:

·     A B.ED or degree and PGCE or equivalent with exceptional subject knowledge.

·     Proven track record in fostering a caring and supportive atmosphere.

·     Be a passionate educator dedicated to the well-being, social and academic progress of each student.

·     Experience which will make a significant contribution to the wider life of the school.

If you wish to work in a school which supports and values its teachers and is described by its students as "friendly", "fair" and "diverse", we would like to hear from you.

Application Process

All candidates are required to upload a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter outlining the competencies required to support their application. Applicants must also complete and upload the SES application form as attached with the advert.

We offer a competitive tax-free salary, a professionally stimulating and supportive working environment along with opportunities for promotion and development.

The closing date for applications is 5 December 2024. Early applications would be most appreciated.

Sharjah English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.