PE Teacher - Aug 2025

GEMS WORLD ACADEMY - ABU DHABI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Abu Dhabi is seeking an innovative PE Teacher for an immediate start. The successful candidate will have a strong background in effective teaching, ideally within IB or NCofE curriculum environments. This role offers an excellent tax-free salary and numerous benefits, including accommodation and professional development opportunities. The ideal applicant will be passionate about fostering a supportive learning environment in a culturally diverse community.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Furnished accommodation

Premium medical and life insurance

Annual flight allowance

Tuition fee concession

Collaborative working environment

Access to sports facilities

Qualifications

• Strong track record in effective teaching and helping students succeed.
• Experience in teaching IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years experience teaching Upper High School/Secondary PE.

Responsibilities

• Inspire a love of learning in students.
• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences.
• Collaborate with leadership team on department's future.

Skills

Effective teaching

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for working in a diverse community

Education

Bachelor of Education or teaching qualification (PGCE/PGDE)

Job description

THE ROLE

Our PE department has transformed student outcomes and succeeded in inspiring a love of learning at GEMS World Academy - Abu Dhabi. This has been achieved through the dedication of staff, their exceptional subject knowledge, and the department’s forward-thinking approach to data and the curriculum. The Science department is highly regarded among our student body for the care and personal support offered to students.

We are now seeking an innovative PE Teacher to join our successful team with an immediate start.

Skills

The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in effective teaching and helping students succeed. While experience in teaching the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes is preferred, outstanding teachers from any curriculum background are encouraged to apply. Alignment with the IB philosophy and commitment to the Learner Profile values are crucial. A genuine passion for working in a non-selective and culturally diverse community is also a key requirement. Additionally, the candidate should possess:

• A Bachelor of Education degree, or an initial degree plus a relevant teaching qualification such as a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specialism in PE
• Advanced qualifications are preferred but not essential
• A minimum of 3 years experience teaching Upper High School/Secondary PE, ideally within an IB or NCofE curriculum school, however this is not mandatory
• A strong understanding of the IB DP framework and Approaches to Teaching is preferred
• A strong desire to continually improve their practice and deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences for their students
• The experience, personality and educational philosophy that aligns with a leading IB World School like GEMS World Academy
• August 2025 availability

YOUR PACKAGE AND BENEFITS

An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; a competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law. In addition to these, we offer:

• A highly collaborative working environment and excellent support system
• An extensive programme of continuing professional development
• Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) for teachers delivering the IB
• The chance to shape the future of the department in collaboration with the leadership team and external education professionals
• The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, with access to a structured performance management system, and with opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities, termly fitness and wellbeing sessions, and staff social events

• GEMS Rewards which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym memberships, cinema tickets and many other offers

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.