PE Teacher - British Curriculum

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 145,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail in Dubai seeks an experienced PE Teacher to deliver Physical Education within the British curriculum, promoting student wellbeing, resilience, and sporting participation.

You will plan dynamic lessons, differentiate instruction, assess progress, and contribute to extracurricular sports while upholding safeguarding standards and professional collaboration with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification appropriate for Physical Education.
• Degree or relevant academic qualification in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering PE within a British curriculum or comparable international school setting.
• Strong knowledge of age-appropriate physical development and effective PE pedagogy.
• Ability to teach a range of sports and movement activities confidently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver PE lessons aligned with the British curriculum and school expectations.
• Develop students' physical literacy, coordination, fitness, movement competence, and healthy-lifestyle understanding.
• Teach a broad range of individual and team sports appropriate to student age and ability.
• Apply evidence-informed teaching and cognitive science where appropriate to improve skill acquisition and understanding.
• Set ambitious yet achievable learning goals for students with varying abilities.

Skills

PE teaching

British curriculum

Sports coaching

Physical literacy

Fitness development

Team sports

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Behaviour management

Leadership development

Cognitive science

Evidence-informed teaching

Education

Qualified PE teacher

Degree in Physical Education or related

Job description

Role: PE Teacher - British Curriculum

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Classroom Teaching

Experience: Relevant Physical Education teaching experience

Job Type: Full-time

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Salary: 13000-19000 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 PE Teacher will contribute to the physical development, wellbeing, confidence, and personal growth of students through purposeful Physical Education and sporting experiences. The role requires an educator who can combine strong practical instruction with clear learning outcomes, structured progression, and evidence-informed teaching methods. Within GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail, the teacher will work in a culture shaped by Ambition, Responsibility, and Courage. The position also supports the wider school goal of developing resilient learners who participate actively, work effectively with others, and understand the value of lifelong physical activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Physical Education lessons aligned with the British curriculum and school expectations.
• Develop students ' physical literacy, coordination, fitness, movement competence, and understanding of healthy lifestyles.
• Teach a broad range of individual and team sports appropriate to student age, ability, and curriculum requirements.
• Apply evidence-informed and cognitive science principles where appropriate to improve skill acquisition, retention, and student understanding.
• Set ambitious but achievable learning goals for students with different levels of sporting ability.
• Differentiate practical activities so that all learners can participate safely and make meaningful progress.
• Promote teamwork, resilience, leadership, fair play, responsibility, and respect through sporting activities.
• Assess student performance and use evidence of progress to guide subsequent teaching and intervention.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback that supports technical improvement, confidence, and greater independence.
• Maintain strong behaviour expectations during lessons, changing periods, sporting activities, and transitions.
• Establish safe and inclusive learning environments across indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Follow appropriate health and safety procedures when using sports equipment, activity spaces, and specialist facilities.
• Contribute to school teams, fixtures, competitions, sports days, extracurricular clubs, and enrichment programmes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment, sporting events, and departmental priorities.
• Participate in professional learning, instructional coaching, and whole-school development initiatives.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and maintain appropriate professional standards throughout all student activities.

Ideal Profile

• Recognised teaching qualification appropriate for Physical Education.
• Degree or relevant academic qualification in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering PE within a British curriculum or comparable international school setting.
• Strong knowledge of age-appropriate physical development and effective Physical Education pedagogy.
• Ability to teach a range of sports and movement activities confidently.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate students with different levels of sporting ability.
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills in practical learning environments.
• Strong understanding of differentiation, assessment, and progression in Physical Education.
• Commitment to evidence-informed teaching and continuous professional improvement.
• Ability to contribute enthusiastically to extracurricular sport and wider school activities.
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative professional approach aligned with the school 's values of Ambition, Responsibility, and Courage.

Skills Set

• Physical Education teaching
• British curriculum
• Sports coaching
• Physical literacy
• Fitness development
• Motor skill development
• Team sports
• Individual sports
• Curriculum planning
• Differentiated instruction
• Student assessment
• Performance feedback
• Skill progression
• Behaviour management
• Inclusive education
• Student wellbeing
• Health education
• Sports safety
• Risk awareness
• Extracurricular sport
• Competition preparation
• Teamwork development
• Leadership development
• Cognitive science
• Evidence-informed teaching
• Safeguarding

Why Join Us

This January 2027 opportunity places the PE Teacher within a high-performing Dubai school where academic achievement, student wellbeing, and professional growth are strongly connected. GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail combines British curriculum education with evidence-informed practice and a culture focused on ambitious learning outcomes. The school has reported GCSE and A-Level performance above UK national averages and holds a Very Good rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau. The role offers a strong platform for a Physical Education specialist who wants to contribute to student health, sporting participation, resilience, and whole-school development while building an international teaching career within GEMS Education.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates a large network of international schools across the United Arab Emirates and other markets. GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail is a British curriculum school in Dubai focused on high academic standards, inclusive education, evidence-informed teaching, student wellbeing, and professional development within a collaborative school community.