Requirements
Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent. A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom. Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents. Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning and teaching. Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career. Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
Job description
Due to the continued success of GEMS Founders School Dubai South, we are looking to recruit a Key Stage 2 primary teacher to join us in October 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class international school located in the heart of Dubai.
We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School - Dubai South is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to grow, flourish, discover "you" in everything you do at GFD.
Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.
Key responsibilities
Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely intervention and support as needed.
Collaborate with other department heads and school leadership to promote a cohesive educational experience.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:
Competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of service gratuity.
GEMS teachers also have free access to our loyalty app which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
Skills description
Successful candidates will need to:
Embody and role model our core values of grow, flourish, discover "you".
Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent.
A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.
Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning and teaching.
Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career.
Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.
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