MFL Teacher French Or Spanish - January 2027

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Accommodation provided

Free schooling for dependent children

Private medical insurance

Annual flights to country of residence

End of Service Gratuity

Job summary

GEMS Metropole School in Dubai seeks an outstanding MFL (French or Spanish) teacher to join from January 2027. You will deliver high-quality language lessons within a leading British curriculum environment.

Located in Motor City, the campus offers modern facilities and a strong focus on wellbeing and student achievement, with opportunities to contribute to enrichment and school life across the primary phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in French or Spanish or a related subject, plus a recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Languages.
• Commitment to outstanding teaching and learning and raising student achievement.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across the school community.
• Commitment to contributing to the wider life of the school through productions, performances, enrichment activities and community engagement.

Skills

French or Spanish degree

Teaching qualification

Strong subject knowledge

Inspire and engage students

Communication skills

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in French or Spanish

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding MFL (French or Spanish) Teacher to join our team from January 2027.

Join us at GEMS Metropole School – Motor City, Dubai

Located in the heart of the vibrant Motor City community, GEMS Metropole School is one of Dubai's leading British curriculum schools. Since opening in 2014, the school has grown into a thriving all-through community, educating over 4,000 students from FS1 to Year 13 and delivering the National Curriculum for England.

Renowned for its inclusive ethos and strong sense of community, GEMS Metropole provides an exceptional learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum, with outstanding academic, vocational and enrichment opportunities that prepare them for success both in school and beyond.

Our modern, purpose-built campus offers exceptional facilities that inspire curiosity, creativity and innovation. These include dedicated science laboratories, innovation and digital media suites, music and art studios, extensive sports facilities, a working farm, well-equipped libraries and technology-rich classrooms, with 1:1 devices enhancing learning across the primary phase.

The school is proud to hold a 'Good' KHDA inspection rating, with 'Very Good' judgements for Wellbeing and Inclusion, recognising our commitment to high-quality teaching, strong leadership and ensuring every student feels valued, supported and challenged.

At GEMS Metropole, our values of Respect, Leadership, Empathy, Compassion and Kindness are at the heart of everything we do. Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative and ambitious community that is passionate about educational excellence and committed to developing confident, resilient and globally minded young people.

Skills Description

• A Bachelor's degree in French or Spanish or a related subject, along with a recognised teaching qualification
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Languages
• A commitment to outstanding teaching and learning and raising student achievement
• The ability to inspire, motivate and engage students of all abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across the school community
• A commitment to contributing to the wider life of the school through productions, performances, enrichment activities and community engagement

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schooling for dependent children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual flights to country of residence
• End of Service Gratuity

GEMS employees also enjoy free access to GEMS Rewards, our exclusive loyalty programme offering significant savings across the UAE, including discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants, retail outlets, entertainment, and much more

GEMS Safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.