Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is currently seeking a Performing Arts Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi sits at the entrance to Saadiyat’s emerging Cultural District in keeping with the school’s motto, ‘Ex Cultu Robur’ – ‘From Culture Comes Strength’. Built over seven hectares, the bespoke campus is situated within minutes of New York University Abu Dhabi and the beautiful Saadiyat Beach, as well as the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi and the vibrant Berklee College of Music.
In addition to the broad academic curriculum, our daily routine offers a wealth of opportunities that allow pupils to explore their full range of talents in fine arts, performing arts, music, sport and other activities such as gymnastics, golf, horse riding and debating to name but a few. We are looking for first-class educators to join our vibrant team and work with us in our pursuit of excellence.
The purpose of this role is to facilitate and support the Performing Arts Faculty, with a specific focus on the Music department including the administration required to support the instrumental programme and the organisation of Performing Arts events such as trips, productions, workshops and concerts.
Key Responsibilities – Performing Arts Administrator
- Facilitate and support Performing Arts teachers in carrying out their daily duties
- Coordinate daily logistical planning for all visiting music and drama teachers to ensure smooth teaching operations
- Review and manage instrumental staff timetables, resolve scheduling issues, and ensure visibility for relevant stakeholders
- Administer Performing Arts-related events such as scholarship applications, trips, workshops, competitions, and concerts
- Manage the Performing Arts email inbox, ensuring timely and professional communication with parents and staff
- Promote and coordinate all aspects of school concerts and productions, including internal events and professional series
- Attend and take minutes at department meetings
- Maintain a strong understanding of the Performing Arts calendar and support with logistical planning and delivery
- Communicate effectively with parents both verbally and in writing on a daily basis
- Coordinate logistics and administration for music and LAMDA examinations
- Maintain and organise accurate digital documentation including instrumental sign-ups and consent forms
- Oversee room bookings using the school's online system
- Manage purchasing and equipment ordering for the Performing Arts department
- Ensure faculty spaces (physical and digital) are maintained to a high standard
Additional Responsibilities
- Support administrative tasks related to instrument maintenance and repair
- Assist with Front of House duties for concerts, events, and school community functions
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Minimum 2 years of administrative experience
- Strong IT skills, including confidence with Microsoft Office and other relevant platforms
- Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Confident use of social media platforms for communication and promotion
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Determined, resilient, and hardworking approach
- Willingness to learn new technologies and systems
- Ability to work to deadlines and problem-solve under pressure
Preferred:
- Experience in a school environment
- Understanding of and enthusiasm for Performing Arts
- Experience working with children and coordinating student-focused programmes
- Familiarity with music department operations
- Experience in data handling or analysis
- Ability to create and manage engaging digital content
Personal Qualities:
- Honest, responsible, and well-organised
- Friendly, adaptable, and supportive with a sense of humour
- Committed to upholding high professional standards
- Positive and helpful team player
- Alignment with the school’s ethos and values
Language Skills:
- Fluent English (spoken and written)
- Arabic language skills advantageous but not required
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centred, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 38,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.
This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application to our company.
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
