Requirements
The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications (PGCE or equivalent) and possess QTS certification, with a minimum of one year of teaching experience in a UK curriculum school. They must be a strong and highly motivated linguist, with a proven track record of outstanding teaching at A Level in either French or Spanish, and demonstrate strong social and political knowledge of the target language countries. Experience in teaching French and Spanish at Key Stage 3 and of either language at Key Stage 4 is also required, along with a willingness to contribute to college vision and extracurricular activities.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
About the role
DESS College is looking to recruit a teacher of MFL (maternity cover) for a January 2027 start. The position will be required until 2nd July 2027.
For a comprehensive understanding of the role and its requirements, we encourage you to review our detailed job description.
About you
Hold the relevant qualifications (PGCE or equivalent) and possess QTS certification.
Have a minimum of one year of teaching experience in a UK curriculum school.
Be a strong and highly motivated linguist, with a proven track record of outstanding teaching at A Level in either French or Spanish.
Be able to demonstrate a strong social and political knowledge of the target language countries, appropriate for A Level discussion and debate.
Have experience of outstanding teaching in French and Spanish at Key Stage 3 and of either language at Key Stage 4.
Be willing to contribute positively to all aspects of the college's vision, including extra-curricular activities.
What we offer
Highly competitive tax-free salary.
End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.
Application process
To apply for this position, please utilise the TES Portal by clicking the Apply button. Applications not submitted through the portal will not be considered.
Within your application, please include a supporting statement.
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
Safer recruitment statement
DESS 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 satisfactory references (including current or most recent employer and at least one from a previous employer); providing a police certificate(s) from the UAE (if applicable) and from all countries that the applicant has resided in for the last five years and one from their home country if they have resided there in the last ten years; prohibition checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during the interview and may be explored further.
DESS welcomes applications from UAE nationals who have the relevant qualifications and experience.
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