Teacher - Physical Education
Posted date [2026-07-08]
(ID: 47627)
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Aldar Education is a leading education provider in the UAE, delivering inclusive, sustainable, and innovative learning experiences that inspire students and support community development. The organization offers a diverse portfolio of educational brands, covering all stages from early years to adult learning, with a wide range of curricula across multiple locations in Abu Dhabi and beyond. With a mix of owned and managed schools, Aldar Education ensures high standards in teaching, modern facilities, and a supportive environment for students, educators, and staff, maintaining a strong commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Teacher - Physical EducationJob Snapshot
Role: Teacher - Physical Education
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education Management
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Teacher - Physical Education in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is an Education Management opportunity for an energetic PE teacher who can deliver inspiring lessons, support student progress, promote active lifestyles, and contribute to a positive British curriculum school environment. This role is suited to a reflective educator who can plan engaging physical education sessions, use assessment data effectively, manage student behaviour confidently, and help learners build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and healthy habits.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Education Management
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 11000-17000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type:
Full-time
Role Context
The Teacher - Physical Education will support the delivery of high-quality PE learning at Noya British School, helping students develop physical skills, personal discipline, confidence, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude toward wellbeing. The role requires thoughtful lesson planning, strong practical classroom management, effective assessment, and the ability to adapt teaching for students across different ability levels. Working within the Aldar Education school network, the teacher will also contribute to a learning culture that values achievement, inclusion, behaviour, safety, and whole-child development.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging Physical Education lessons that inspire students to participate, improve, and achieve strong learning outcomes.
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum and translate learning objectives into practical, age-appropriate PE activities.
* Plan, prepare, and present lessons that meet the needs of the full ability range within the class.
* Organize learning resources, sports equipment, practical spaces, and classroom displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
* Motivate students through enthusiastic, imaginative, and active teaching methods that encourage effort, teamwork, and enjoyment of sport.
* Observe, assess, and record student progress in line with school assessment procedures.
* Meet requirements for assessment and recording of student development using Target Tracker and other approved school systems.
* Use assessment data to guide future planning, classroom provision, differentiation, and targeted intervention.
* Reflect on lesson delivery, student progress, practical routines, and curriculum coverage, making adjustments to improve learning impact.
* Maintain positive relationships with pupils while applying appropriate authority and acting decisively when needed under the school behaviour policy.
* Serve as a positive role model by consistently demonstrating the attitudes, values, conduct, and behaviour expected from students.
* Create a safe and inclusive PE environment where students feel confident to participate and challenge themselves.
* Support students in developing physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, communication, resilience, and self-discipline.
* Differentiate activities to support varied physical abilities, confidence levels, learning needs, and prior attainment.
* Promote healthy lifestyles, wellbeing, fair play, respect, and positive competition across PE lessons and school activities.
* Maintain high expectations for punctuality, behaviour, safety, participation, kit standards, and quality of effort.
* Communicate professionally with colleagues and parents when required regarding student progress, participation, behaviour, or wellbeing.
* Contribute to the wider school community through sports activities, enrichment opportunities, school events, and extracurricular involvement.
* Work collaboratively with teaching teams, curriculum colleagues, support staff, and school leaders to strengthen student outcomes.
* Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, risk assessment, and safe working procedures during all PE activities.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Education, or a closely related subject.
* PGCE, QTS, B.Ed., or another recognized teaching qualification is preferred.
* Minimum 1-2 years of teaching experience is preferred.
* Experience teaching PE within a British curriculum school environment is highly desirable.
* Strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, differentiation, and student progress tracking.
* Ability to deliver safe, active, inclusive, and well-paced PE lessons for mixed-ability learners.
* Confident behaviour management skills in indoor and outdoor practical learning spaces.
* Experience using Target Tracker or similar student assessment systems is an advantage.
* Passion for teaching and a strong commitment to educating the whole child.
* Positive, energetic, and solution-focused approach to school life and professional responsibilities.
* Strong communication skills for working with students, parents, colleagues, and school leaders.
* Ability to reflect on teaching practice and adjust planning based on student needs and assessment evidence.
* Respect for all members of the school community across different roles, backgrounds, ages, and cultures.
* Genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and expectations of the region.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
* Clean police clearance or equivalent safer recruitment documentation will be required.
Skills Set
* Physical Education teaching
* Classroom Teaching
* British curriculum PE
* Lesson planning
* Student assessment
* Target Tracker
* Differentiated instruction
* Behaviour management
* Practical classroom management
* Sports coaching
* Student wellbeing
* Physical fitness development
* Teamwork development
* Motor skills development
* Health and safety
* Risk assessment
* Safeguarding
* Child protection
* Inclusive teaching
* Student motivation
* Progress tracking
* Curriculum delivery
* Learning resources
* Equipment management
* Parent communication
* Extracurricular activities
* School event support
* Reflective teaching
Why Join Us
This Teacher - Physical Education role offers a rewarding opportunity to join Abu Dhabi’s Education Management sector through a growing British curriculum school on Yas Island. The position provides the chance to teach in a vibrant international school community, support student wellbeing, contribute to a developing sports culture, and grow professionally within the Aldar Education network. It is a strong fit for a PE teacher who wants to inspire active learners and help shape positive educational experiences in a modern school setting.
About the Company
Aldar Education is a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, operating a growing network of owned, operated, and managed schools across the UAE. The organization delivers inclusive, child-centred, and innovative learning through strong teaching practice, safeguarding standards, professional development, and community-focused education. Aldar Education offers meaningful career opportunities for teachers who want to support student achievement, wellbeing, and the future of learning in Abu Dhabi.
Role Context
The Teacher - Physical Education will support the delivery of high-quality PE learning at Noya British School, helping students develop physical skills, personal discipline, confidence, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude toward wellbeing. The role requires thoughtful lesson planning, strong practical classroom management, effective assessment, and the ability to adapt teaching for students across different ability levels. Working within the Aldar Education school network, the teacher will also contribute to a learning culture that values achievement, inclusion, behaviour, safety, and whole-child development.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging Physical Education lessons that inspire students to participate, improve, and achieve strong learning outcomes.
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum and translate learning objectives into practical, age-appropriate PE activities.
* Plan, prepare, and present lessons that meet the needs of the full ability range within the class.
* Organize learning resources, sports equipment, practical spaces, and classroom displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
* Motivate students through enthusiastic, imaginative, and active teaching methods that encourage effort, teamwork, and enjoyment of sport.
* Observe, assess, and record student progress in line with school assessment procedures.
* Meet requirements for assessment and recording of student development using Target Tracker and other approved school systems.
* Use assessment data to guide future planning, classroom provision, differentiation, and targeted intervention.
* Reflect on lesson delivery, student progress, practical routines, and curriculum coverage, making adjustments to improve learning impact.
* Maintain positive relationships with pupils while applying appropriate authority and acting decisively when needed under the school behaviour policy.
* Serve as a positive role model by consistently demonstrating the attitudes, values, conduct, and behaviour expected from students.
* Create a safe and inclusive PE environment where students feel confident to participate and challenge themselves.
* Support students in developing physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, communication, resilience, and self-discipline.
* Differentiate activities to support varied physical abilities, confidence levels, learning needs, and prior attainment.
* Promote healthy lifestyles, wellbeing, fair play, respect, and positive competition across PE lessons and school activities.
* Maintain high expectations for punctuality, behaviour, safety, participation, kit standards, and quality of effort.
* Communicate professionally with colleagues and parents when required regarding student progress, participation, behaviour, or wellbeing.
* Contribute to the wider school community through sports activities, enrichment opportunities, school events, and extracurricular involvement.
* Work collaboratively with teaching teams, curriculum colleagues, support staff, and school leaders to strengthen student outcomes.
* Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, risk assessment, and safe working procedures during all PE activities.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Education, or a closely related subject.
* PGCE, QTS, B.Ed., or another recognized teaching qualification is preferred.
* Minimum 1-2 years of teaching experience is preferred.
* Experience teaching PE within a British curriculum school environment is highly desirable.
* Strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, differentiation, and student progress tracking.
* Ability to deliver safe, active, inclusive, and well-paced PE lessons for mixed-ability learners.
* Confident behaviour management skills in indoor and outdoor practical learning spaces.
* Experience using Target Tracker or similar student assessment systems is an advantage.
* Passion for teaching and a strong commitment to educating the whole child.
* Positive, energetic, and solution-focused approach to school life and professional responsibilities.
* Strong communication skills for working with students, parents, colleagues, and school leaders.
* Ability to reflect on teaching practice and adjust planning based on student needs and assessment evidence.
* Respect for all members of the school community across different roles, backgrounds, ages, and cultures.
* Genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and expectations of the region.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
* Clean police clearance or equivalent safer recruitment documentation will be required.
Skills Set
* Physical Education teaching
* Classroom Teaching
* British curriculum PE
* Lesson planning
* Student assessment
* Target Tracker
* Differentiated instruction
* Behaviour management
* Practical classroom management
* Sports coaching
* Student wellbeing
* Physical fitness development
* Teamwork development
* Motor skills development
* Health and safety
* Risk assessment
* Safeguarding
* Child protection
* Inclusive teaching
* Student motivation
* Progress tracking
* Curriculum delivery
* Learning resources
* Equipment management
* Parent communication
* Extracurricular activities
* School event support
* Reflective teaching
Why Join Us
This Teacher - Physical Education role offers a rewarding opportunity to join Abu Dhabi’s Education Management sector through a growing British curriculum school on Yas Island. The position provides the chance to teach in a vibrant international school community, support student wellbeing, contribute to a developing sports culture, and grow professionally within the Aldar Education network. It is a strong fit for a PE teacher who wants to inspire active learners and help shape positive educational experiences in a modern school setting.
About the Company
Aldar Education is a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, operating a growing network of owned, operated, and managed schools across the UAE. The organization delivers inclusive, child-centred, and innovative learning through strong teaching practice, safeguarding standards, professional development, and community-focused education. Aldar Education offers meaningful career opportunities for teachers who want to support student achievement, wellbeing, and the future of learning in Abu Dhabi.
