Head of French - Secondary

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 156,240 - 245,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Free schooling for eligible family members

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares to country of residence

End of Service Gratuity

Access to GEMS Rewards for lifestyle discounts

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Head of French for Secondary education in Dubai. This role involves leading high-quality French instruction for GCSE and A Level students, driving curriculum excellence, and contributing to a British curriculum community.

The ideal candidate will have significant teaching experience and a recognized teaching qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary, free schooling for eligible family members, and opportunities for professional development within the GEMS network.

Qualifications

• French subject qualification or strong academic background in French education.
• Proven experience teaching French to GCSE and A Level classes.
• Experience in a British curriculum or international school environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach French to secondary students across GCSE and A Level.
• Lead high-quality French language learning with clear objectives.
• Prepare students for assessments and public examinations.

Skills

French teaching

GCSE French

A Level French

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Head of French – Secondary

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education.

Overview

Head of French – Secondary in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for an experienced French teacher who can lead high‑quality language learning, support curriculum excellence, and inspire students across GCSE and A Level pathways. This role is ideal for a confident educator with strong classroom practice, subject leadership potential, and the ability to contribute to a world‑class British curriculum school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach French to secondary students across GCSE and A Level or equivalent British curriculum pathways.
• Lead high‑quality French language learning through well‑planned lessons, clear objectives, and strong subject knowledge.
• Support students in developing confidence in speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and cultural awareness.
• Share exemplary teaching practices with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement across the department.
• Plan engaging and differentiated lessons that challenge students while supporting different abilities and learning styles.
• Monitor, assess, record, and report student progress using meaningful evidence and clear academic expectations.
• Prepare students for internal assessments, public examinations, language activities, and curriculum‑related performance goals.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resource development, assessment design, and department improvement initiatives.
• Create a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, confidence, creativity, respect, mindfulness, and active participation.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents, students, school leaders, and wider teaching teams to support student success.
• Encourage students to appreciate French language, culture, communication, and international perspectives.
• Participate in extra‑curricular programmes, language events, community activities, and wider school initiatives.
• Support the professional ethos of the school through collaboration, reflective practice, and positive contribution to school life.
• Follow GEMS Education policies, safeguarding standards, school procedures, and professional codes of conduct at all times.

Ideal Profile

• BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• French subject qualification or strong academic background in French language education.
• Proven experience teaching French to GCSE and A Level classes.
• Experience in a British curriculum or international school environment is highly desirable.
• Strong record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching outcomes.
• Ability to share effective classroom practice and support high standards within the French department.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working closely with colleagues, students, parents, and leadership teams.
• Strong classroom management skills with an inclusive, student‑centred, and achievement‑focused approach.
• Ambition to work in a world‑class school with real prospects for career development.
• Willingness to contribute to extra‑curricular programmes, community events, and the wider school culture.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student well‑being, professional conduct, and the values expected in a GEMS Education school.
• A UK‑enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance is required for appointment.

Skills Set

• French teaching
• Secondary French
• GCSE French
• A Level French
• British curriculum
• Curriculum planning
• Subject leadership
• Classroom teaching
• Lesson planning
• Student assessment
• Examination preparation
• Speaking skills development
• Listening skills development
• Reading comprehension
• Writing development
• French grammar
• Vocabulary building
• Pronunciation coaching
• Cultural awareness
• Differentiated instruction
• Department collaboration
• Teaching best practice
• Parent communication
• Student progress tracking
• Extra‑curricular activities
• Community engagement
• Safeguarding awareness
• International school teaching

Benefits

• Competitive tax‑free salary
• Free schooling for eligible family members
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfares to country of residence
• End of Service Gratuity
• Access to GEMS Rewards for lifestyle discounts across the UAE
• Opportunities for professional development through GEMS and TES Institute programmes
• Clear pathways for NQT, QTS, and iPGCE development
• Career progression opportunities across the GEMS network

Salary

Estimated salary range: 14,000–22,000AED per month (subject to confirmation by the employer).