Primary Teacher - January 2027

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa & Residency

Accommodation

Private medical

Annual airfare

Free schooling for dependents

End of service gratuity

Job summary

GEMS Founders School – Dubai South invites applications for Primary Teachers starting January 2027. The school delivers the National Curriculum for England and provides a nurturing, collaborative environment for young learners.

As one of the first teachers at this new campus, you will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and contribute to a culture of high expectations while working within a supportive school community in Dubai South.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent with PGCE/QTS.
• Experience in primary education.
• Strong classroom management and differentiation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Teach Primary students under the UK National Curriculum.
• Create engaging lessons and assess progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

PGCE/QTS

Primary teaching

Newly qualified welcome

English National Curriculum

Education

B.Ed in Education

PGCE with QTS

UK NC experience

Job description

Job Description

We are recruiting Primary Teachers available for January 2027, due to the success of our school and our continued growth here at GEMS Founders School – Dubai South.

Our Primary School at GEMS Founders School – Dubai South provides a nurturing and inspiring environment where children are encouraged to explore, question and develop confidence as learners. With a strong foundation from the Early Years, students experience a stimulating UK curriculum that promotes academic achievement alongside creativity, independence and resilience.

Through engaging lessons, collaborative projects and meaningful real-world experiences, children are encouraged to develop a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Our Primary School gives every child the opportunity to thrive and build the skills they need for the future. Our children thrive because they are taught and supported by passionate teachers, a welcoming school community and strong partnerships with families. We want you to be one of those teachers.

About Us

GEMS Founders School – Dubai South is one of the newest additions to the successful GEMS Founders family of schools. We opened our doors in 2024 as a British curriculum school delivering the National Curriculum for England. We are an all-through school offering education from Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4 but are growing year-on-year towards becoming a full FS1–Year 13. As a growing school community, this is an exciting opportunity for you as a teacher to join us at an early stage. As one of our first teachers you will play a key role in shaping the culture, curriculum and future success of our school in the southern area of Dubai. We are close to the new rapid red line Metro via our local Expo City station that links you with all the beachfront and central Dubai malls and the old town. Sustainability, innovation and student wellbeing are central to the school’s vision of helping every student “Grow, Flourish, Discover You.”

Dubai South is of Dubai’s fastest-growing communities, located next to the new airport hub here that opens in 2032. All operations at the current Dubai International Airport (DXB) will move to this new mega-hub. GEMS Founders School – Dubai South, therefore, offers a modern, purpose-built campus with outstanding facilities designed to support academic, creative and physical and sporting development. The school provides a forward-thinking learning environment. Linked to the aims of the new airport we have a distinctive focus on aviation, aerospace, logistics and enterprise and look to prepare students with the skills and experiences needed for the future.

GEMS Founders School – Dubai South is BSO accredited. This reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality British education and maintain internationally recognized standards. If you are one of the teachers who join us here GEMS Founders School – Dubai South you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a new school, while benefiting from the professional development, career progression and global opportunities available through GEMS Founders family and GEMS Education.

GEMS Education is one of the world’s leading private education providers, offering teachers the opportunity to build a rewarding international career within a global network of schools. With access to leading CPD programmes, professional development opportunities and clear pathways for progression, GEMS is committed to supporting teachers at every stage of their career, from early career educators to experienced leaders.

Skills Description

• Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) or a relevant Bachelor’s degree with a recognised Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Newly qualified teachers and ECTs are encouraged to apply, with enthusiasm for developing their teaching practice and growing within a supportive school environment.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting, following the National Curriculum for England.
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching, assessment, and differentiation strategies to support student progress.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging, and challenging learning environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and organisational skills, with a positive approach to working with colleagues, students, and the wider school community.

What we offer

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

• Competitive tax free salary.
• Visa & Residency.
• Individual, fully furnished accomodation.
• Private medical healthcare.
• Annual airfare to your home country of residence.
• Free schooling for your dependents.
• End of service gratuity.

For Early Career Teachers joining us

• Join a British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited school, providing a high-quality British curriculum and international teaching environment.
• Dedicated ECT programmes and mentorship, offering newly qualified teachers structured support, guidance and opportunities for professional development.
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities, helping ECTs build confidence, strengthen their practice and progress throughout their career.
• The opportunity to join an experienced and supportive teaching community within one of the UAE’s leading education groups.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards, providing significant savings on everyday life in the UAE. With thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers across flights, hotels, restaurants, retail outlets and more. GEMS Rewards helps enhance your lifestyle.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year. Teachers here can enjoy an inspiring work life balance, along with endless opportunities for travel, experience new cultures and adventures across the Middle East.