Business Teacher - British Curriculum

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 156,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished accommodation

Schooling benefits

Annual airfare

Job summary

GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail in Dubai seeks a Business Teacher to deliver the British Curriculum for Primary-Secondary learners. The role focuses on evidence-informed instruction, high expectations, and rigorous assessment practices to prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations.

The position begins January 2027 with a strong emphasis on curriculum planning, differentiated instruction, and safeguarding responsibilities within a high-performing teaching team.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience teaching the National Curriculum of England.
• Experience delivering Business Studies within a British curriculum setting.
• Strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, examination preparation, and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-sequenced Business Studies lessons aligned with the National Curriculum and examination specifications.
• Develop students' understanding of entrepreneurship, business ownership, marketing, finance, operations, HR, strategy, and external influences.
• Use authentic business scenarios and case studies to connect classroom concepts with commercial decision-making.
• Apply evidence-informed teaching techniques to improve knowledge retention and application.
• Prepare learners for GCSE, A-Level and other assessments.

Skills

Business Studies teaching

British curriculum

National Curriculum of England

GCSE Business Studies

A-Level Business Studies

Business strategy

Entrepreneurship

Marketing

Business finance

Operations management

Human resource management

Business ownership

Financial calculations

Business case analysis

Commercial decision-making

Data interpretation

Examination preparation

Curriculum planning

Assessment design

Student progress monitoring

Evidence-informed teaching

Cognitive science

Retrieval practice

Differentiated instruction

Instructional coaching

Classroom management

Student safeguarding

Education

B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification in Business Studies or related subject

Job description

Business Teacher - British Curriculum Job Snapshot

Role: Business Teacher - British Curriculum

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Classroom Teaching

Experience: Minimum 2 years teaching the National Curriculum of England

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Business Teacher - British Curriculum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity at GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail for an accomplished educator joining from January 2027. The school is hiring a Business Studies specialist with British curriculum experience who can combine excellent subject knowledge with evidence-informed teaching, purposeful assessment, and high academic expectations in a successful secondary learning environment.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Classroom Teaching

Salary: 14000-20000

Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Business Teacher will develop students ' understanding of how organizations operate, compete, finance growth, manage people, market products, and respond to changing economic conditions. The position goes beyond teaching business terminology by helping learners evaluate commercial decisions, interpret evidence, construct well-supported arguments, and connect theoretical concepts with contemporary organizations and markets.

Within GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail, teaching practice is shaped by cognitive science and evidence-informed methods. The successful educator will therefore contribute both subject expertise and a disciplined approach to instructional practice, helping sustain strong academic performance while preparing students for examinations and further study.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver well-sequenced Business Studies lessons aligned with the National Curriculum of England and applicable examination specifications.
• Develop students ' understanding of entrepreneurship, business ownership, marketing, finance, operations, human resources, strategy, and external influences on organizations.
• Use authentic business scenarios and case studies to connect classroom concepts with commercial decision-making.
• Apply evidence-informed teaching techniques that improve knowledge retention, retrieval, understanding, and independent application.
• Prepare learners systematically for GCSE, A-Level, and other relevant assessments where applicable.
• Teach students to interpret quantitative and qualitative business information and use evidence to justify recommendations.
• Strengthen examination technique through structured practice in analysis, evaluation, calculations, and extended written responses.
• Track attainment and identify patterns in student performance so that teaching and intervention can be adjusted effectively.
• Provide targeted feedback that gives learners clear actions for improving subject knowledge and assessment performance.
• Adapt lesson content and classroom strategies to challenge high achievers while providing appropriate support for students requiring additional guidance.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum sequencing, common assessments, moderation, teaching resources, and departmental priorities.
• Maintain an orderly and inclusive classroom where ambitious academic expectations are clearly established.
• Participate actively in instructional coaching, professional learning, enrichment programmes, and wider academy initiatives.
• Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities and maintain appropriate professional standards in all aspects of school life.

Ideal Profile

• B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification in Business Studies or a closely related subject.
• At least two years of experience teaching the National Curriculum of England.
• Practical experience delivering Business Studies within a British curriculum setting.
• Excellent command of business concepts and the ability to make complex commercial topics accessible to secondary students.
• Demonstrated record of effective classroom teaching and positive student progress.
• Experience contributing successfully within a high-performing teaching team.
• Confident understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, examination preparation, and progress monitoring.
• Ability to incorporate current business examples and case-based learning into subject delivery.
• Strong classroom leadership with an appropriate balance of challenge, structure, and student support.
• Interest in cognitive science and the application of research evidence to classroom instruction.
• Collaborative professional approach aligned with the school 's values of Ambition, Responsibility, and Courage.
• Ability to satisfy safeguarding requirements, including a UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance as required for appointment.

Skills Set

• Business Studies teaching
• British curriculum
• National Curriculum of England
• GCSE Business Studies
• A-Level Business Studies
• Business strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• Marketing
• Business finance
• Operations management
• Human resource management
• Business ownership
• Financial calculations
• Business case analysis
• Commercial decision-making
• Data interpretation
• Examination preparation
• Curriculum planning
• Assessment design
• Student progress monitoring
• Evidence-informed teaching
• Cognitive science
• Retrieval practice
• Differentiated instruction
• Instructional coaching
• Classroom management
• Student safeguarding

Why Join Us

Joining in January 2027 places the Business Teacher within a Dubai school where academic performance and continuous improvement are supported by a structured professional learning culture. GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail reports GCSE and A-Level outcomes above UK national averages and holds a Very Good rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau, an Outstanding rating from British Schools Overseas, and World Class School status from High Performance Learning. Professional development is reinforced through resources and partnerships including StepLab instructional coaching, the Cognitive Science Network, Schools Students and Teachers Network, Best Practice Network, and Evidence Based Education. The remuneration package includes a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, schooling benefits, private medical insurance, annual airfare to the employee 's country of residence, end-of-service gratuity, and access to GEMS Rewards.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates a broad network of international schools, including established British curriculum institutions in the United Arab Emirates. GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail combines inclusive education with ambitious academic standards, evidence-informed teaching, cognitive science, and sustained professional development, creating an environment where educators can strengthen their practice while helping students prepare for university and future careers.