Job title
Music Teacher
Location
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Salary range and package details
The school offers a competitive salary scale commensurate with years of experience, together with an attractive international package including:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Furnished school accommodation
- Annual return flights
- Comprehensive medical cover
Start date
As soon as possible
About the School
This is a growing British international school in Jeddah offering an ambitious, holistic education rooted in the English National Curriculum, while also reflecting the cultural heritage and values of Saudi Arabia.
The school provides a modern learning environment with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, creativity, curiosity and character development. It is a developing school community where teachers have the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the school’s continued growth and development.
Music is an important part of the wider creative curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to develop their musical understanding through singing, instrumental work, listening, composition, performance and exploration of music from different cultures and traditions. The curriculum supports pupils in developing confidence, creativity, collaboration and an appreciation of music as both an academic discipline and a form of expression.
The school is purpose-built and benefits from high-quality facilities supporting the arts, including dedicated music and drama provision, performance spaces and an auditorium.
Could This Be You?
This school would suit an enthusiastic, creative and adaptable teacher who enjoys working in a developing international environment and wants to play an active role in shaping a growing school community.
Teachers who thrive here are likely to be collaborative, reflective and ambitious for their pupils, with the flexibility to embrace new ideas and contribute beyond their own classroom. An appreciation of different cultures, a positive attitude towards living and working internationally, and a genuine commitment to developing the whole child would be particularly valuable.
For a Music Teacher, this is an exciting opportunity to inspire pupils through performance, composition and practical music-making while helping to establish a vibrant musical culture across the school.
About Jeddah
Jeddah is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, often known as the “Bride of the Red Sea”. It combines a rich cultural and historical heritage with modern shopping, dining, entertainment and leisure opportunities.
The city offers access to the Red Sea coastline and is well placed for exploring some of Saudi Arabia’s most impressive destinations, including the historic AlUla, the Asir Mountains and the country’s desert landscapes. Jeddah also has a sizeable international community, making it an appealing destination for teachers relocating to Saudi Arabia.
Required qualifications
- A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTS or a recognised US teaching licence
- A degree in Music or a closely related subject is highly desirable
- Relevant classroom teaching experience
- Experience teaching Music within a British or international school environment would be advantageous
Essential skills
- Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Music
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging, creative and appropriately challenging lessons
- Confidence in teaching pupils with a range of abilities and musical experience
- Strong classroom management and organisation
- Ability to develop pupils’ musical performance, listening, composition and theoretical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an international teaching team
- Commitment to extracurricular music, performances and wider school life
- Adaptability and cultural awareness
- A positive, professional and solution-focused approach
Safeguarding skills and qualities required for international teachers International teachers must demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Successful candidates should:
- Have a thorough understanding of professional safeguarding responsibilities
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with pupils at all times
- Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns
- Promote an inclusive, respectful and safe learning environment
- Understand the importance of child protection procedures within an international school setting
- Demonstrate integrity, professionalism and sound judgement
- Be willing to follow all school safeguarding, child protection and safer recruitment procedures
- Be committed to working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure pupil safety and wellbeing
Who we are – chk Education
chk Education is a leading boutique education search firm specialising in the recruitment of exceptional teachers and education professionals for international schools.
We work closely with schools across the world to connect talented educators with rewarding international teaching opportunities. Our approach is personal and relationship-led, taking the time to understand both our candidates’ ambitions and the individual requirements of our client schools.
We are committed to supporting teachers throughout the international recruitment process and helping educators find positions where they can thrive professionally and personally.
Interested candidates should email:
rachael@chkeducation.com
If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking to secure an international teaching position, please reach out to Rachael with your preferences and she will be able to explore other opportunities with you.
Due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In some of the countries where our client schools operate, there are upper age restrictions related to the issuance of visas and work permits, so if you have any questions regarding this, please don’t hesitate to ask.
chk Education utilises safer recruitment procedures to ensure compliance with child protection requirements in all employment processes. The policies for safer recruitment are aligned with best practice and the International Taskforce for Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject, but not limited to, various background and security checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.
