Music Teacher - August 2026

Job Description

Skills

• Successful candidates will:
• Embody and role model our core values of curiosity, confidence, creativity, respect and kindness.
• Hold a BEd or Bachelor's degree in Music or a related subject, together with a PGCE/PGDE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have proven experience teaching Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, including GCSE and A Level or equivalent curricula.
• Demonstrate a passion for music education and a commitment to developing students' musical talents.
• Have the ability to deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences that inspire and challenge all learners.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, students and parents.
• Have experience leading or contributing to concerts, productions, ensembles, choirs or other extracurricular music activities.
• Aspire to work within a world-class school environment with genuine opportunities for career development.
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to school life through active engagement in extracurricular programmes and community events.
• All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:
• Competitive tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schooling
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfare to country of residence
• End of Service Gratuity
• GEMS teachers also have free access to our loyalty app, GEMS Rewards, providing significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE, including discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, helping to maximise savings while enjoying life overseas.
• GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff.
• A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.