Primary Teacher (Maternity Cover) - January to July 2027

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

Job summary

GEMS FirstPoint School in Dubai invites applications for an outstanding Primary Teacher to join our thriving team from January 2027 to cover maternity leave. Opened in 2014, the school serves around 2,000 students from Nursery to Year 13 with a premium British curriculum and an inclusive ethos.

Our purpose-built campus features specialist science laboratories, sports and performing arts facilities, and a collaborative culture that supports innovation and ongoing professional growth.

Job description

GEMS FirstPoint School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Primary Teacher to join our thriving team from January 2027 to cover Materninty Leave.

Opened in 2014, GEMS FirstPoint School is a premium British curriculum school located in the heart of The Villa community in Dubai. Home to around 2,000 students from Nursery to Year 13 and representing more than 100 nationalities, our school is recognised for its inclusive ethos, high academic standards, and strong sense of community.

Rated 'Very Good' by the KHDA and recognised as Outstanding by British Schools Overseas (BSO), FirstPoint combines academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care, ensuring every student is supported to thrive. Our broad and balanced curriculum, together with an extensive programme of enrichment and co-curricular opportunities, prepares students for success at GCSE, A Level, BTEC and beyond.

Our purpose-built campus features outstanding facilities, including specialist science laboratories, dedicated sports and performing arts centres, swimming pools, theatre, music, drama and dance studios, Design Technology workshops, computer suites and creative learning spaces. Teachers benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages innovation, creativity and continuous professional growth.

• specialist science laboratories
• dedicated sports and performing arts centres
• swimming pools
• theatre
• music
• drama and dance studios
• Design Technology workshops
• computer suites
• creative learning spaces

As a recognised centre for professional learning, FirstPoint proudly hosts National Professional Qualification (NPQ) programmes, with senior leaders delivering NPQSL and NPQH qualifications to educators across the region. Combined with the extensive career opportunities available across GEMS Education, this creates an exceptional environment for teachers to develop professionally and progress into leadership roles.