Instrumental Teacher - Voice

Job Overview

About Us

Collectively the DESS family of schools is known as Dubai English Speaking Schools, consisting of two primary schools - DESS Primary Oud Metha and DESS Primary Academic City (opening September 2025) and one secondary school - DESS College also based in Academic City, Dubai.

DESS College is an outstanding, not-for-profit, British Curriculum school providing Secondary and Sixth Form education since 2006. To view our outstanding facilities and to see why we are considered one of the best international schools in the region and beyond, please visit our Website.

About The Role

The role will involve teaching at both our primary and secondary locations. Please refer to the attached job description for further information about the role.

About You

• Have the relevant qualifications (a degree from a recognised Music College, PGCE or equivalent.)
• Be talented and highly motivated, with a proven track record of teaching all grades in ABRSM or Trinity examination boards.
• Be willing to contribute in a positive manner to all aspects of the College’s vision, including extra-curricular activities.
• Have strong keyboard skills and the ability to both teach and accompany examination students.
  
  

What We Offer

• Highly competitive tax-free salary.
• Accommodation allowance.
• Premium Medical Insurance coverage.
• Annual flight allowance.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.
  
  

Application Process

• All applications must be submitted through the TES Portal, please click the Quick Apply button. Applications not submitted through the Portal will not be taken into consideration.
• Please include a cover letter, limited to one side of an A4 page. Any supplementary details supporting your application can also be uploaded.
• Please provide at least two referees, including their names, telephone numbers (inclusive of international dialling codes) and email addresses. Notably, one of these references must be the Principal / Headteacher of your current employer.
• Applications will be processed in the order of receipt and initial interviews will be scheduled for successful candidates as applications are received.
  
  

Safer Recruitment Statement

DESS College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications, birth certificate and passport; obtaining two satisfactory references (including current / most recent employer and two previous employers); providing a Police Certificate(s) for the last five years from all countries that the applicant has resided in; Prohibition Checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during an interview and may be explored further.

Dubai English Speaking Schools welcomes applications from UAE Nationals who have the relevant qualifications and experience.

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