Teacher – Dance & Drama (Maternity Cover)

THE VACANCYCranleigh Abu Dhabi is delighted to invite applications for an exceptional Teacher – Dance & Drama (Maternity Cover) to join our school from August 2026.This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and ambitious Performing Arts department, delivering high-quality Dance and Drama provision across the Senior School. We are seeking an outstanding and creative practitioner who can inspire students, foster confidence and expression, and contribute to a vibrant co-curricular programme.The successful candidate will bring strong teaching experience, a passion for the performing arts, and the ability to deliver engaging lessons alongside supporting productions, performances and wider artistic opportunities within the school.The closing date for applications is 8th May 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the School reserves the right to appoint earlier should an exceptional candidate be identified.ABOUT CRANLEIGH ABU DHABILocated in the heart of Saadiyat Island’s Cultural District, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi embodies the motto Ex Cultu Robur, From Culture Comes Strength. Our award-winning seven-hectare campus is surrounded by world-renowned institutions including the Louvre Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi, Berklee College of Music, and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.Our educational philosophy is proudly holistic. Alongside a broad and rigorous academic curriculum, students benefit from a wide range of co-curricular opportunities spanning performing arts, music, visual arts, sport, debate, and activities such as gymnastics, golf, horse riding, and swimming. We believe in developing the whole child, academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.To see more of daily life at Cranleigh, we encourage you to explore our social media channels.APPLICATION PROCESSCandidates should carefully review the attached Applicant Information Pack to guide their application.Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants.Please note: This job description is a fluid document and may evolve to reflect the needs of our growing school. Additional tasks reasonably deemed appropriate may be required. A full job description will be provided alongside a formal contract offer.