Performing Arts/Drama Teacher - ASAP Start

GEMS Metropole School; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for dependent children

Private medical insurance

Annual flights to country of residence

End of Service Gratuity

GEMS Rewards loyalty programme

Job summary

GEMS Metropole School in Dubai’s Motor City seeks an outstanding Drama Teacher to join our dynamic team ASAP. You will deliver engaging drama lessons, lead productions and performances, and contribute to enriching activities across the school community.

The role requires a passion for drama, strong teaching standards, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities within a British curriculum setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Drama or related subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for Drama.
• Commitment to outstanding teaching and raising learner achievement.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to contributing to the wider life of the school through productions and enrichment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver drama lessons to pupils in line with the British curriculum.
• Lead productions, performances and enrichment activities.
• Contribute to community engagement and school life through drama initiatives.

Skills

Drama teaching

Inspiring teaching

Communication skills

Relationship building

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's in Drama or related

Job description

About the school

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.

The role

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Drama Teacher to join our team at GEMS Metropole School – Motor City, Dubai, with an ASAP start.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Drama or a related subject, along with a recognised teaching qualification


• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Drama


• 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

Benefits & package

• 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


• 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