English Teacher - August 2026

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL - DUBAI; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in Dubai is seeking an outstanding English Teacher to join their team in August 2026. This role offers a competitive, tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits including accommodation and medical insurance, and access to world-class professional development programs. Successful candidates will embody the core values of Grow, Flourish, and Succeed, and must have a proven track record in teaching English to GCSE and A Level standards. Enjoy the vibrant lifestyle of Dubai while progressing your career in education.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for children

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares to home country

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards program

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching English to GCSE & A Level.
• Have a Bachelor of Education or PGCE/PGDE.
• Deliver outstanding learning and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Embody core values of Grow, Flourish, and Succeed.
• Engage in extracurricular and community initiatives.
• Contribute positively to the school community.

Skills

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teaching English to GCSE & A Level

Passion for continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent qualification

Job description

Due to the continued success of GEMS Founders School, Dubai, we are looking to recruit an outstanding English Teacher to join our team in August 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anEarly Career Teacherseeking valuable international exposure, or for amore experienced educatorlooking to take the next step in their career with a world-leading education company and a truly exceptional international school located in the heart of Dubai.

GEMS Founders School, Dubai is an accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO) and has achieved Outstanding judgements across all standards. Our accreditation allows us to offer theNQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmesto our teachers through theTES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is a uniquely dynamic environment, and anyone who joins our team has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will be part of a culture that encourages all members of our community toGrow, Flourish, and Succeedin everything we do.

AtGEMS, teaching is not just a job; it is a career. Our teachers benefit from free access to world-class professional development programmes and are supported to grow across the global GEMS network. Graduate teachers will benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in our NQT programme, while experienced educators can take advantage of leadership pathways and international progression opportunities. With most of our school leaders promoted from within, GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and professional development across our schools worldwide.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers here enjoy an inspiring balance of work and leisure, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure across the Middle East and beyond.

What We Offer

All positions come with a highly competitive package including:

• Atax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schoolingfor children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfaresto your home country
• End of service gratuity

GEMS teachers also enjoy complimentary access to theGEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets—helping your salary go further and enhancing your lifestyle in the UAE.

Skills

Successful candidates will:

• Embody and role model our core values ofGrow, Flourish, and Succeed.
• Hold aBachelor of Educationor abachelor’s degree with PGCE / PGDE(or equivalent qualification)
• Have proven experience teachingEnglish to GCSE & A Level
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
• Bring acreative and enthusiasticapproach to both classroom and wider school life
• Possess excellentinterpersonal and communication skillsto work closely with colleagues, students, and parents
• Have a proven track record of deliveringoutstanding learning and teaching
• Be eager to make apositive contributionto our school community through active engagement in extra-curricular and community-based initiatives