FS2 Teacher - Early Years

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for dependents

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare home country

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards

Job summary

GEMS Metropole School Al Waha in Dubai seeks an FS2 Teacher for August 2026. This full‑time role offers a tax‑free AED 12,000–18,000 monthly salary, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for dependents, private medical insurance, annual airfare home, and an end‑of‑service gratuity.

You will plan and deliver play‑based Early Years learning, assess progress, and engage families. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Education with PGCE/PGDE, has Early Years experience, and can

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching Early Years or Foundation Stage children.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practice.
• Ability to share exemplary classroom methods and contribute to team improvement.
• Experience planning play-based, inquiry-led, child-centred learning.
• Strong knowledge of observation, assessment, progress tracking, and responsive planning.
• Ability to differentiate learning for varied abilities, backgrounds, and language profiles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging FS2 lessons aligned with the Early Years curriculum.
• Create a welcoming classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, confidence, creativity, respect, and kindness.
• Use play, guided activities, direct instruction, storytelling, investigation, and outdoor learning.
• Design opportunities that strengthen communication, literacy, mathematics, physical development, and well‑being.
• Adapt teaching to meet developmental stages, needs, and language abilities.
• Establish routines that support secure, responsible, and ready-to-learn learners.
• Observe children and use evidence to guide planning; maintain records of attainment and progress.
• Prepare learning journals, progress summaries, and reports; coordinate interventions as needed.
• Work with inclusion teams and parents; participate in school events and professional development.

Skills

FS2 teaching

Early years education

Play-based learning

Observation & assessment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor of Education / PGCE/PGDE

Experience in Early Years

Job description

Job Overview

FS2 Teacher – Early Years (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) – start August 2026 at GEMS Metropole School Al Waha. Full‑time position with a competitive tax‑free salary of AED 12,000–18,000, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfare to your home country, and end‑of‑service gratuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging FS2 lessons and learning experiences aligned with the school’s Early Years curriculum.
• Create a welcoming classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, confidence, creativity, respect, and kindness.
• Use purposeful play, guided activities, direct instruction, storytelling, investigation, and outdoor learning to support development.
• Design learning opportunities that strengthen communication, language, literacy, mathematics, physical development, and personal well‑being.
• Adapt teaching to meet different developmental stages, learning needs, language abilities, and interests.
• Establish clear classroom routines that help children feel secure, responsible, and ready to learn.
• Provide suitable support and challenge so that every child can make meaningful progress.
• Observe children carefully and use assessment evidence to guide future planning.
• Maintain accurate records of attainment, development, participation, and individual learning priorities.
• Prepare learning journals, progress summaries, reports, and other required documentation.
• Identify children who may require additional support and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Work closely with inclusion teams, pastoral staff, and external professionals where necessary.
• Build positive relationships with parents and provide regular information about children’s progress and wellbeing.
• Participate in parent meetings, school events, workshops, and community activities.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants to organise resources, manage routines, and support individual learners.
• Share effective teaching practices with Early Years colleagues and contribute to team planning.
• Use the school’s outdoor learning areas and specialist resources to enrich children’s experiences.
• Incorporate nature, sustainability, exploration, creative arts, movement, and practical learning into the curriculum.
• Maintain attractive, purposeful, and age‑appropriate classroom displays and learning areas.
• Ensure resources are safe, accessible, organised, and suitable for young children.
• Promote positive behaviour through encouragement, modelling, consistency, and age‑appropriate guidance.
• Support children’s emotional regulation, friendships, confidence, and transition into school routines.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and school compliance requirements.
• Participate in professional development, coaching, curriculum reviews, and school improvement activities.
• Contribute actively to extracurricular programmes and community‑based events.
• Reflect on teaching practice and pursue continuous improvement in student learning and wellbeing.

Ideal Profile & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree or an equivalent bachelor’s degree with PGCE, PGDE, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching Early Years or Foundation Stage children.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practice.
• Ability to share exemplary classroom methods and contribute to team improvement.
• Experience planning play‑based, inquiry‑led, and child‑centred learning.
• Strong knowledge of observation, assessment, progress tracking, and responsive planning.
• Ability to differentiate learning for children with varied abilities, backgrounds, and language profiles.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach inside and outside the classroom.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish productive relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and school leaders.
• Proven record of delivering high‑quality learning and teaching.
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, student wellbeing, and positive behaviour.
• Reflective and collaborative working style with a desire to improve professional practice.
• Ambition to develop a long‑term teaching career within a world‑class international school.
• Willingness to participate in extracurricular programmes, school events, and community initiatives.
• Experience within a British curriculum or international school is an advantage.

Key Skills

• FS2 teaching, Early Years education, Child development, Play‑based learning, Inquiry‑led learning
• Classroom planning, Differentiated instruction, Observation and assessment, Early literacy, Early mathematics
• Communication and language, Personal and social development, Physical development, Creative learning, Outdoor education
• Student progress tracking, Learning journals, Parent communication, Positive behaviour support, Inclusive education
• Safeguarding, Child protection, Classroom management, Teaching assistant coordination, Curriculum development
• Community engagement, Professional development

Benefits

The role includes a tax‑free salary of AED 12,000–18,000, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for family members, private medical insurance, annual airfare to your home country, end‑of‑service gratuity, and access to GEMS Rewards offering savings across travel, hotels, restaurants, retail outlets, entertainment, and other services in the UAE.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates an international network of schools and supports teachers through structured professional development, leadership pathways, and global career opportunities. GEMS Metropole School Al Waha provides an inclusive learning environment in Dubai with innovative facilities, outdoor education, community values, and high‑quality teaching that supports children’s long‑term development.