Computing Teacher - August 2027

GEMS Royal Dubai School; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Royal Dubai School invites applications for a Computing Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons from NCfE and prepare students for GCSE Computer Science as the secondary phase expands. You will plan engaging programming and digital literacy activities, assess progress, and contribute to curriculum development with a collaborative, reflective approach.

We seek a qualified Computing/CS teacher with GCSE experience, strong classroom practice and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification and degree in Computing or Computer Science.
• Strong NCfE knowledge and experience teaching Computing/CS; GCSE experience desirable.
• Proficient programming and computational thinking with engaging, practical lessons.
• Proven track record of securing strong student outcomes.
• Excellent classroom practice, behaviour management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Computing lessons aligned with the NCfE.
• Set high expectations and create inclusive, purposeful learning environments.
• Use assessment to adapt teaching, provide feedback and intervene when needed.
• Contribute to Computing curriculum planning, moderation and progression.
• Prepare students for GCSE Computer Science and related pathways.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage with families to share progress.
• Participate in wider school life, enrichment and pastoral responsibilities.

Skills

Programming & computational thinking

Classroom management

Communication skills

Engagement & pedagogy

Education

Qualified teacher with Computing/CS degree

Job description

About the school

GEMS Royal Dubai School is a vibrant, premium British curriculum school, educating students from FS1 to Year 9, expanding to include Year 10 in September 2027, and with annual growth to Year 13. With a diverse student body of over 870 students from more than 48 nationalities, the school combines a strong sense of community with a commitment to the highest academic standards. As the school continues to grow, it is opening a new, purpose-built secondary campus - a state-of-the-art facility designed to enrich the world-class education offered across two sites.

The role

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Computing Teacher to join our exceptional team. The successful candidate will deliver consistently excellent Computing teaching that inspires curiosity, develops digital literacy, computational thinking and problem-solving skills, and secures strong progress for every student. The postholder will contribute to the development of Computing across the growing secondary phase and uphold the values, standards and wider strategic vision of GEMS Royal Dubai School.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver consistently excellent, engaging Computing lessons aligned with the NCfE, using strong subject knowledge and effective pedagogy to develop computational thinking, programming, digital literacy, problem-solving and practical skills.
• Set high expectations for achievement, behaviour and participation, creating a safe, inclusive and purposeful learning environment in which every student can succeed.
• Use assessment effectively to adapt teaching, provide meaningful feedback, track progress and implement timely intervention.
• Contribute to Computing curriculum planning, assessment and moderation, ensuring students develop a strong foundation in programming, computer science, digital technologies and computational thinking.
• Support the development of the Computing curriculum and prepare students for future GCSE Computer Science and related pathways as the secondary phase grows.
• Build strong relationships with students, colleagues and families, working collaboratively and communicating progress clearly.
• Contribute actively to the wider life and culture of the school through pastoral responsibilities, enrichment, extra-curricular activities and community events.
• Demonstrate a reflective, solution-focused High-Performance mindset and engage fully in professional learning, coaching, appraisal and quality assurance.
• Promote and safeguard students’ welfare and personal development, following all school policies, procedures and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• A recognised teaching qualification and degree in Computing, Computer Science or a closely related subject.
• Strong knowledge of the NCfE and experience of teaching Computing / Computer Science, with GCSE experience desirable.
• Strong knowledge of programming and computational thinking, with the ability to engage students through practical and innovative learning experiences.
• A proven record of securing strong student outcomes.
• Excellent classroom practice, behaviour management and communication skills.
• The ambition, adaptability and collaborative mindset required to contribute to a growing secondary school.