Foundation Stage Teachers - January 2026

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL - DUBAI SOUTH; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Dubai is seeking a Foundation Stage Teacher to join their team starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will hold a BEd or equivalent and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive community. Join us to thrive in your teaching career while making a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares

Qualifications

• Hold a BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach inside and outside the classroom.
• Proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely intervention.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with department heads and school leadership.

Skills

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to school values

Proven teaching track record

Education

BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent

Job description

Due to the continued success of our new school GEMS Founders School Dubai, we are looking to recruit a Foundation Stage Teacher for January 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class International School located in the heart of Dubai.

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School - Dubai is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Flourish and Succeed in everything you do at GFS

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely intervention and support as needed.
• Collaborate with other department heads and school leadership to promote a cohesive educational experience.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

Competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.

Skills

Successful candidates will need to:

• Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish & Succeed
• Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
• Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.