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Due to a large expansion of facilities, we are currently seeking to employ a range of experienced personnel for posts within Jumeirah College, Dubai.
We are currently seeking to employ an experienced Teacher of Food Science & Nutrition for Jumeirah College, Dubai. This appointment is for September 2025 start.
As a Food and Nutrition Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical lessons that inspire students to explore the principles of food preparation, nutrition, food science and sustainability. You will guide students through KS3 Food Science and GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition curriculum, helping them develop the skills needed to succeed both academically and in real-world food-related careers. The subject is taught in a specialist food lab with separate theory and practical areas, supported by a full-time technician.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and innovative lessons in Food and Nutrition, covering areas such as food science, nutrition, and cooking techniques.
- Support students in developing their understanding of sustainable food practices, food production, and health and safety regulations.
- Foster a creative and hands-on learning environment where students are encouraged to experiment and innovate in the kitchen.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a well-rounded and cohesive curriculum that aligns with the school’s values and educational goals.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff, providing regular updates on student progress and achievements.
- Participate in extracurricular activities related to food and nutrition, such as cooking clubs or food-related events.
Skills
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or related subject.
- PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Proven experience teaching GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition with a strong record of student achievement.
- Being able to teach Design and Technology at KS3 would be desirable but not essential.
- Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching both in and outside the classroom.
- Strong IT and communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
- A commitment to career growth, leadership, and sustainability in education.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Job Details
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JUMEIRAH COLLEGE - DUBAI
Jumeirah College is a GEMS Premium Secondary School which delivers the National Curriculum for England, offering the full range of GCSE and A level courses. Our student body is a dynamic international community of over 1,600 students from over 62 nationalities. We take pride in the development of the whole child, recognising the importance of developing cultural and global awareness. We have a thriving enriched curriculum which provides a diverse range of activities, initiatives and charitable endeavours that both engage our student body and embed our philosophy of global awareness and world citizenship. For more information please see our website.
The College has been repeatedly judged to be Outstanding in inspections. Although a non-selective school, our students achieve exceptional exam results which compare favourably to top UK schools. In 2025 99% of GCSE results were 9-4 out of which 67% were grade 7-9, and at A level over 41% of all grades were A*/A with over 90% A*-C. This success enables our students to move on to the very top universities around the world, including Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, Stanford, Monash and Toronto.
As one of the leading schools in the Middle East, Jumeirah College is the first-choice school for many families. The school is a member of BSME and COBIS. The success of the school has been repeatedly recognised with Jumeirah College being nominated for a series of awards, including being shortlisted as ‘International School of the Year’ by the TES.
Jumeirah College is an inclusive school.
Jumeirah College is one of the Outstanding British School in Dubai offering The National Curriculum for England taught by fully qualified and experienced staff.