Drama Teacher - August 2026

SchoolBrowse; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for children

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards programme

Job summary

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar in Dubai invites an outstanding Drama Teacher to join our team in August 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher seeking international experience or an experienced educator to advance their career with a world-leading education company in the heart of Dubai.

The role offers a tax-free salary with fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for children, private medical insurance, annual airfares, and end-of-service gratuity as part of

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent with PGCE/PGDE.
• Proven experience teaching Drama to GCSE level.
• Passion for continuous improvement and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Drama teaching to GCSE level with engaging pedagogy.
• Collaborate with colleagues, students and parents to support learning.
• Contribute to extra-curricular and community initiatives.

Skills

Drama teaching

Interpersonal communication

Creativity

Education

Bachelor of Education

PGCE / PGDE

Job description

About the school

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar is accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO) and has achieved Outstanding judgements across all standards. Our accreditation allows us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the Institute. The school is a uniquely dynamic environment where staff have the opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our vision, we encourage all members of our community to Grow, Flourish, and embody Mindfulness in everything we do.

The role

Due to continued success, we are seeking an outstanding Drama Teacher to join our team in August 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher seeking international experience or for an experienced educator looking to advance their career with a world-leading education company in the heart of Dubai.

Requirements

• Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish, and Mindfulness
• Hold a Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor’s degree with PGCE / PGDE (or equivalent qualification)
• Have proven experience teaching Drama to GCSE level
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
• Bring a creative and enthusiastic approach to both classroom and wider school life
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work closely with colleagues, students, and parents
• Have a proven track record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching
• Be eager to make a positive contribution to our school community through active engagement in extra-curricular and community-based initiatives

Benefits & package

• Tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schooling for children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfares to your home country
• End of service gratuity
• Complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets