English Teacher - August 2025

GEMS Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an English Teacher for its prestigious school in Abu Dhabi. This role offers a unique opportunity for both early career and experienced teachers to thrive in a dynamic international environment. With a commitment to professional development, teachers can take advantage of various training programs and career advancement opportunities. Enjoy a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished accommodation, and additional perks like free schooling and private medical insurance. Join a community dedicated to excellence in education and make a lasting impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare to home country

End-of-service gratuity

Access to GEMS Rewards app

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in English or BEd with PGCE English.
• Proven experience in teaching primary students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Role models core values of Grow, Flourish & Achieve.
• Contribute positively to school community through extracurricular activities.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in English or BEd with PGCE English

Proven experience teaching primary students

Excellent interpersonal skills

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Track record of outstanding teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

BEd with PGCE English

Job description

Job Description

Due to the continued growth of our GEMS Founders Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, we are seeking to recruit an English Teacher for August 2025.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to gain valuable international experience, or for more experienced teachers to advance their careers with a globally leading company within a world-class International School located in Abu Dhabi.

We are accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO), having achieved Outstanding judgments across all standards. This accreditation enables us to offer NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Abu Dhabi, is unique, providing staff the opportunity to leave a lasting impact. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Achieve, and excel in all you do at GFA.

Teaching at GEMS is more than just a job; it’s a career. Our teachers benefit from free access to leading CPD programmes and opportunities to grow within the company globally. Graduate teachers will benefit from our NQT programme, while experienced teachers can explore further career development opportunities. Most of our leadership team has risen from within the GEMS network.

GEMS Education will visit the UK (London & Manchester) in March 2025, offering UK-based candidates the chance for in-person interviews for the upcoming academic year. Overseas shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online. Please specify your preferred interview location (London or Manchester) in your cover letter. This is an invitation-only event.

Skills

Successful candidates will need to:

• Embodies and role models our core values of Grow, Flourish & Achieve
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in English or BEd with PGCE English
• Proven experience teaching primary students
• Share exemplary teaching practices
• Demonstrate a creative and enthusiastic approach both inside and outside the classroom
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues, students, and parents
• Have a track record of outstanding teaching and learning
• Aspire to work in a world-class school with career advancement prospects
• Be willing to contribute positively to our school community through active engagement in extracurricular and community events

All positions offer an excellent remuneration package, including a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfare to the home country, and end-of-service gratuity.

GEMS teachers also enjoy free access to the GEMS Rewards app (www.gemsrewards.com), offering discounts and deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, helping your salary go further and enhancing your overseas working experience.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is required for all appointments.