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Job Description
Due to the continued success of our school, GEMS Founders School – Dubai, we are seeking to recruit a Primary Teacher available to join us, October 2026.
About us
GEMS Founders School Dubai is one of Dubai’s leading British curriculum schools, delivering the National Curriculum for England since 2016 from Foundation Stage through to Year 13. Rated Very Good by the KHDA and recognized through British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation, the school is home to a diverse community of over 6,000 students. As part of GEMS Education, GEMS Founders School Dubai is the first school in the GEMS Founders family, established to provide high-quality British education with a strong focus on academic achievement, innovation, inclusion and student wellbeing. The school is committed to developing confident, independent and future-ready learners, supporting every student to “Grow, Flourish and Succeed.”
Our Primary School at GEMS Founders School, Dubai offers an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing, inclusive and values-driven school community. Staff benefit from strong collaboration, exceptional professional development and a shared commitment to delivering ambitious learning experiences that enable every child to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Our culture is built on innovation, inclusion and collective responsibility, ensuring both students and staff are empowered to achieve their very best.
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.
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 our school -
- 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
Skills Description
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Master’s degree in Primary Education, or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Both newly qualified and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply, with enthusiasm for developing their teaching practice and growing within a supportive school environment.
- Qualified Primary Teacher with a genuine passion for working with young learners and creating positive, engaging learning experiences.
- Strong knowledge of effective teaching, assessment and differentiation strategies to support the progress and achievement of all students.
- A commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging and challenging learning environment where every student is encouraged to reach their potential.
- Excellent communication, collaboration and organisational skills, with a positive approach to working with colleagues, students and the wider school community.
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Job Details
Job Title
Primary Teacher - October 2026
Job Country
United Arab Emirates
Job Role
Teacher
Preferred Candidate
Career Level
Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience
GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL - DUBAI
GEMS Founders School, Dubai (GFS) opened its doors in September 2016 to over 1800 students from FS1 – Year 8. This is the most successful school opening in GEMS Education history in terms of enrolment. In September 2017, we welcomed over 3500 students and extended the school to Year 9. In September 2018, we opened our Year 10 and Year 12 (International GCSE and A Level curriculum) and started that year with 3800 children. In 2019, we reached the capacity of 4260 students in Phases 1 and 2 of our original building and in 2021 expanded to Phase 3 to provide additional facilities for extended curriculum options. We reached full capacity in 2022 with 6139 children from FS1 – Year 13. Since opening, we have established a positive learning environment for our children and staff following both the National Curriculum for England and UAE Ministry of Education curricular. As a British school overseas with over 100 nationalities, it is important that we value all of our languages and cultural understanding and use this as a catalyst to embrace the culture, history and beliefs of our student and staff body. We have been rated Good in two DSIB inspections, with the most recent one also recognising some Outstanding features. 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 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 and Succeed in everything you do at GFS.