History Teacher - Secondary Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished accommodation

Medical insurance

Visa costs

Baggage allowance

Annual flights

School places for dependants

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is looking for an experienced History Teacher to join Jumeirah College in Dubai. This role involves delivering high-quality history teaching across GCSE and A level pathways, ensuring students develop their historical understanding and critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate will possess a B.Ed. or equivalent qualification and have at least 3 years of teaching experience as well as a proven track record in raising student achievement at KS4 and KS5 levels. The role offers a competitive tax-free salary package and opportunities for career growth within the UAE's leading education group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years teaching National Curriculum for England with KS4 and KS5 History experience.
• Proven experience teaching History at KS4 and KS5 level.
• Excellent History subject knowledge with the ability to inspire high academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Teach History to KS4 and KS5 students.
• Plan well-structured lessons that develop historical knowledge.
• Prepare students for examination success through targeted teaching.

Skills

KS4 and KS5 History teaching

National Curriculum for England

GCSE and A level preparation

Historical source analysis

Essay writing instruction

Curriculum planning

Student assessment and feedback

Classroom management

Differentiated learning

Academic enrichment activities

Parent communication

Safeguarding awareness

Education

B.Ed. or degree with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

History Teacher - Secondary Education Job Snapshot Role: History Teacher Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Education Management Function: Classroom Teaching Experience: Minimum 3 years teaching National Curriculum for England with KS4 and KS5 History experience

History Teacher in Dubai, UAE within the Education Management sector is a strong opportunity for an experienced secondary educator to join Jumeirah College and deliver high-quality History teaching across GCSE and A level pathways. This role is ideal for a motivated teacher with excellent subject knowledge, a proven record of outstanding learning outcomes, and the ability to help students build historical understanding, analytical thinking, and global awareness.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Education Management
• Function: Classroom Teaching
• Salary: 14000-22000
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach History to KS4 and KS5 students following the National Curriculum for England, GCSE, and A level expectations.
• Plan well-structured lessons that develop historical knowledge, source analysis, essay writing, and critical thinking.
• Prepare students for examination success through targeted teaching, assessment practice, and clear feedback.
• Create an engaging classroom environment where learners explore historical events, global perspectives, and cultural awareness.
• Use assessment data to track progress, identify learning gaps, and support students in achieving high academic standards.
• Design differentiated learning activities that challenge high‑performing students while supporting individual learning needs.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, departmental collaboration, and continuous improvement in teaching practice.
• Support the enriched curriculum through clubs, academic activities, cultural initiatives, charitable projects, or educational events.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership regarding progress and wellbeing.
• Maintain strong safeguarding standards and contribute to an inclusive school culture focused on student development.

Ideal Profile

• B.Ed. or degree with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching the National Curriculum for England.
• Proven experience teaching History at KS4 and KS5 level.
• Excellent History subject knowledge with the ability to inspire high academic achievement.
• Strong understanding of GCSE and A level learning expectations, assessment methods, and examination preparation.
• Track record of outstanding classroom teaching and positive student outcomes.
• Passionate approach to helping all students reach top performance.
• Ability to contribute to an enriched curriculum and wider school life.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing, and professional standards.

Skills Set

• KS4 and KS5 History teaching
• National Curriculum for England
• GCSE and A level preparation
• Historical source analysis
• Essay writing instruction
• Curriculum planning
• Student assessment and feedback
• Classroom management
• Differentiated learning
• Academic enrichment activities
• Parent communication
• Safeguarding awareness

Why Join Us

• Join a premium secondary school in Dubai with a strong reputation for outstanding inspection outcomes and excellent examination results.
• Teach motivated international students in a high‑achieving learning environment with strong academic ambition.
• Contribute to a school culture that values global awareness, world citizenship, inclusion, and whole‑child development.
• Benefit from a competitive tax‑free package that may include furnished accommodation, medical insurance, visa costs, baggage allowance, annual flights, and school places for dependants.
• Build a rewarding international teaching career within one of the UAE's most established education networks.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a leading international education group with a strong presence in Dubai and a long history of delivering high‑quality learning across its school network. Through schools such as Jumeirah College, GEMS supports academic excellence, student wellbeing, safeguarding, and professional growth for teachers working in dynamic international classrooms.