Lower Primary Teacher

Client of Edvectus; Sharjah; On-site; AED 117,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Free furnished family accommodation

Two subsidised school places

Comprehensive medical insurance

Free annual flights

Extensive professional development

Four day work week

Job summary

Client of Edvectus is recruiting a Lower Primary Teacher for immediate start in 2026 at a well-established international school on the eastern coast of the UAE in Sharjah. The role focuses on Australian Victorian curriculum foundations in literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning in a supportive, structured environment.

The school offers small class sizes, tax-free salary starting from 11,500 AED per month, free furnished family accommodation, two subsidised school places, comprehensive

Qualifications

• Australian curriculum experience preferred
• Other curriculum experience welcomed (NZ, UK, IRE)
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (may be considered case by case)
• Preferred professional teacher registration (VIT, QTS, etc)
• Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification matching the age range or subject

Skills

Australian curriculum experience

NZ/UK/IRE curriculum experience

2 years teaching experience

Professional teacher registration (VIT

Bachelor's degree in teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Lower Primary Teacher - Immediate start 2026

For a well-established international school on the eastern coast of the UAE in Sharjah offering education from the early years through to secondary level in a supportive and structured environment The school follows the Australian Victorian curriculum focusing on strong foundations in literacy numeracy and inquiry-based learning while also encouraging creativity critical thinking and independence Set in a calm coastal location it provides a welcoming and close-knit community where students are supported by dedicated teachers and benefit from small class sizes Across both primary and secondary stages the school aims to develop confident well-rounded learners who are prepared for further education and future opportunities

Salary amp Benefits

• Attractive tax free salary starting from 11 500 AED per month and based on qualifications and experience
• Free furnished family accommodation
• Two subsidised school places Please note the school serves mainly host nationals and may only be suitable for dependent children under the age of 5
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Free annual flights
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Benefit of a four day Mon - Thur working week

Recruitment Criteria

• Australian curriculum experience preferred
• Other curriculum experience is welcomed such as NZ UK and IRE
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience will consider less on case by case basis
• Preferred registration as a professional teacher ie VIT QTS etc
• Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification minimum Bachelor s degree that matches the age range or subject to be taught

Living in Fujairah offers a refreshing balance of coastal beauty and mountain scenery creating a naturally peaceful and less crowded lifestyle compared to larger UAE cities With the Hajar Mountains on one side and the Gulf of Oman on the other it is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor living beach activities and a slower pace of life The emirate is also known for its strong sense of community lower living costs and easy access to nature making it an appealing choice for people seeking comfort simplicity and a more relaxed environment while still being connected to the rest of the UAE

Australian curriculum experience preferred. Other curriculum experience is welcomed such as NZ, UK and IRE. Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (will consider less on case by case basis) Preferred registration as a professional teacher (ie: VIT, QTS, etc) Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification. (minimum Bachelor's degree) that matches the age range or subject to be taught