History Teacher - Secondary and Sixth Form

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 123,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards discounts

Job summary

GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis, Dubai, seeks a History Teacher for Secondary and Sixth Form to start August 2026. You will deliver KS4 and KS5 History, promote critical inquiry and achieve strong examination outcomes in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The role requires a qualified History teacher with KS4/KS5 success, reflective practice, and willingness to engage beyond classroom teaching to support the school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent teaching qualification with PGCE/PGDE.
• Demonstrated success teaching History at KS4 and KS5 or equivalent level.
• Ability to design reflective, solution-focused lessons and collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan History lessons for KS4 and KS5.
• Align teaching with curriculum and examination specifications.
• Develop sequences to build chronology and context.
• Evaluate primary and secondary sources critically.
• Strengthen essay writing and argument development.
• Use evidence-based methods to improve understanding and retention.
• Maintain records of attainment and progress for internal assessments.
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations.
• Collaborate with department and communicate with parents.

Skills

KS4 History

KS5 History

Examination delivery

Source evaluation

Essay writing

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor of Education with PGCE/PGDE

Job description

History Teacher - Secondary and Sixth Form Job Snapshot Role: History Teacher - Secondary and Sixth Form Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Education Function: Teacher / Instructor Experience: Proven KS4 and KS5 teaching experience Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

The History Teacher - Secondary and Sixth Form role in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Education opportunity beginning in August 2026 at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis. GEMS Education is hiring an accomplished teacher to deliver History through Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 while promoting critical inquiry, academic confidence and strong examination outcomes.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Education Function: Teacher / Instructor Salary: 11000-17000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The History Teacher will help students understand how evidence, perspectives and human decisions shape societies over time. Beyond examination preparation, the role develops research, interpretation, argument and communication skills that support university study and life beyond school. Teaching should be inclusive, intellectually demanding and adaptable to students with different learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan coherent History lessons for students at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
• Align teaching with curriculum requirements and relevant examination specifications.
• Develop sequences of learning that build secure chronological and contextual understanding.
• Teach students to evaluate primary and secondary historical sources critically.
• Strengthen essay writing, evidence selection and argument construction.
• Use questioning and discussion to develop independent historical thinking.
• Adapt instruction and classroom resources for varied levels of readiness.
• Create engaging lessons that combine academic rigor with creativity.
• Apply evidence-based teaching methods to improve understanding and retention.
• Establish positive relationships that support participation and respectful debate.
• Use formative assessment to identify misconceptions and guide subsequent planning.
• Mark work consistently and provide feedback that leads to clear improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of attainment, progress and intervention.
• Prepare students thoroughly for internal assessments and external examinations.
• Analyze examination performance and adjust teaching strategies where necessary.Set purposeful independent study and revision activities.
• Communicate student progress effectively with parents and school colleagues.
• Collaborate with department members on curriculum planning and resource development.
• Share effective practice and contribute constructively to professional discussions.
• Reflect on teaching outcomes and implement practical improvements.
• Support the school 's inclusive approach to learning and student wellbeing.
• Contribute to enrichment, extracurricular programs and community events.
• Help students connect historical study with contemporary global issues.
• Maintain professional standards and support the wider culture of the academy.

Ideal Profile

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Education or a relevant bachelor 's degree supported by a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent teaching qualification. Demonstrated success teaching History at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, or an equivalent secondary and pre-university level, is required. The school is seeking a reflective and solution-focused educator with a record of strong learning outcomes. Applicants should be creative in lesson design, open to collaboration and confident communicating with students, colleagues and parents. A willingness to participate actively in school life beyond classroom teaching is also important.

Skills Set

• KS4 History teaching
• KS5 History teaching
• Examination-course delivery
• Historical source evaluation
• Chronological and contextual instruction
• Essay and argument development
• Curriculum planning
• Inclusive lesson design
• Differentiated instruction
• Evidence-based pedagogy
• Formative and summative assessment
• Examination preparation
• Student-progress analysis
• Feedback and marking
• Classroom discussion and debate
• Student relationship building
• Departmental collaboration
• Parent communication
• Reflective teaching practice
• Enrichment-program participation
• Student wellbeing support

Why Join Us

• competitive tax-free salary
• fully furnished individual accommodation
• free schooling
• private medical insurance
• annual airfare to the employee 's country of residence
• end-of-service gratuity
• Teachers also receive access to GEMS Rewards, which provides discounts across travel, hospitality, dining and retail.

About the Company

GEMS Education has more than 60 years of experience operating and managing schools in Dubai and international markets. GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis is an inclusive school recognized through inspection, accreditation and High Performance Learning frameworks. The academy serves a diverse student community and emphasizes academic achievement, wellbeing, personalized learning and preparation for life beyond school.