English Teacher - January 2027

We are seeking to recruit an English Teacher available for the next academic year, January 2027/28. This is due to our continued growth and success here at GEMS Founders School – Dubai South.

Our English Department is led by experienced and passionate educators who bring literature and language alive for every student. We offer a rich curriculum spanning English Literature and Language, with a distinctive focus on contextualising learning within the UAE and wider Gulf region. By drawing thoughtful connections between the texts we study and the cultural landscape around us, we help students develop both critical thinking skills and a deeper appreciation of their own world. Our teachers are committed to nurturing confident communicators, engaged readers, and reflective writers who see language as a powerful tool for understanding themselves and others.  We supplement our English lesson with a new and impactful initiative called Read Like a GEM, students engage in regular reading and this is accelerating levels of literacy amongst our students.

About Us

GEMS Founders School – Dubai South is one of the newest additions to the successful GEMS Founders family. We opened our doors in 2024 as a British curriculum school delivering the National Curriculum for England. The school offers education from Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4, and we are growing in scope year-on-year towards becoming a full FS1–Year 13 by 2029. As a growing school community, this is an exciting opportunity for you as a teacher to join at an early stage and play a key role in shaping the culture, curriculum and future success of the school. Progression as a leader is also rapid if you prove yourself as a teacher.

Located in Dubai South, one of Dubai’s fastest-growing communities, GEMS Founders School – Dubai South offers a modern, purpose-built campus with outstanding facilities designed to support academic, creative and physical development. The Red Metro line at Expo City is rapid and links to the beachfronts, malls and the Old Town Creek area simply and quickly.

Linked to the aims of the new airport, our school has a distinctive focus on aviation, aerospace, logistics and enterprise and looks to prepare students with the skills and experiences needed for the future. We are both about employability and broad and rich curriculum. We teacher subjects for their own sake as much as how they find children a route to their dream job. Because of our links to the high-tech hub around the airport, the school provides not only an academic classical curriculum, but also a forward-thinking learning environment with a distinctive focus on AI, aviation, aerospace, logistics and enterprise. This is central to how we prepare students with the skills and experiences needed for the future. Sustainability, innovation and student wellbeing are central to the school’s vision of helping every student “Grow, Flourish, Discover You.”

As part of the GEMS Founders family, the school benefits from the expertise, reputation and collaborative network of one of the UAE’s leading British curriculum school groups. GEMS Founders School – Dubai South is BSO accredited, reflecting its commitment to delivering high-quality British education and maintaining internationally recognised standards. Teachers joining GEMS Founders School – Dubai South have the unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a newer school, while benefiting from the professional development, career progression and global opportunities available through GEMS Education.

GEMS Education is one of the world’s leading private education providers, offering teachers the opportunity to build a rewarding international career within a global network of schools. With access to leading CPD programmes, professional development opportunities and clear pathways for progression, GEMS is committed to supporting teachers at every stage of their career, from early career educators to experienced leaders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field, alongside a recognized teaching qualification with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Newly qualified teachers and ECTs are encouraged to apply, with enthusiasm for developing their teaching practice and growing within a supportive school environment.
• Experience teaching within a secondary school setting, with a strong understanding of the National Curriculum for England and examination specifications.
• Experience delivering high-quality English lessons across GCSE and A Level programmes.
• A genuine passion for your subject, committed to inspiring students and creating engaging, challenging learning experiences.
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching, assessment and differentiation strategies to support student progress.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging and challenging learning environment.

What we offer

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Individual fully furnished accommodation.
• Free schooling.
• Private medical insurance.
• Visa & Residency
• Annual airfares to country of residence.
• End of Service Gratuity.

For Early Career Teachers Joining GEMS

• Join a British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited school, providing a high-quality British curriculum and international teaching environment.
• Dedicated ECT programmes and mentorship, offering newly qualified teachers structured support, guidance and opportunities for professional development.
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities, helping ECTs build confidence, strengthen their practice and progress throughout their career.
• The opportunity to join an experienced and supportive teaching community within one of the UAE’s leading education groups.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards, providing significant savings on everyday life in the UAE. With thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 offers across flights, hotels, restaurants, retail outlets and more, GEMS Rewards helps enhance your lifestyle while working overseas.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers here enjoy an inspiring balance of work and leisure, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure across the Middle East and beyond.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.