Primary Year 2 Teacher - Dubai - Mid November 2026

Edvectus; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical insurance

Annual flight allowance

School fee remission

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Edvectus is seeking a Year 2 Class Teacher for a British-curriculum school in Dubai. Join a forward-thinking primary team dedicated to enquiry-based, real-world learning where every child is encouraged to question, explore, create and discover.

The role involves planning engaging lessons, supporting diverse learners, and collaborating with colleagues and parents to nurture confident, compassionate students. A UK QTS qualification and a relevant degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• QTS recognised teaching qualification and a relevant degree.
• Experience delivering the British primary curriculum, KS1/Year 2 preferred.
• Strong focus on phonics, reading, writing and maths.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons.
• Create an inclusive, stimulating classroom culture.
• Connect learning to the real world and project work.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents.
• Uphold safeguarding and professional conduct.

Skills

Phonics & literacy focus

Lesson planning

Differentiation

Enquiry-based learning

Collaboration

Classroom management

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Relevant degree

Job description

Job description

Year 2 Class Teacher for Mid November Dubai, United Arab Emirates | British Curriculum | Tax-Free Salary Package Teach differently. Inspire boldly. Shape the future. Where Mentors Meet Their Learners! Imagine a school where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated and children are empowered to become the architects of their own learning. We are seeking an exceptional Year 2 Class Teacher to join an ambitious, forward-thinking British-curriculum school in the heart of Dubai, where education extends far beyond the traditional classroom. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate primary educator who believes that every child has extraordinary potential and that the most meaningful learning happens when children are encouraged to question, explore, create and discover. You will join a progressive educational community that combines the foundations of the British National Curriculum with an innovative, future-focused learning framework. Through enquiry, collaboration and real-world projects, pupils develop strong academic foundations alongside creativity, critical thinking, communication, resilience and independence. As the Year 2 Class Teacher, you will create a stimulating, inclusive classroom in which children feel confident to take risks, express their ideas and develop a genuine love of learning. You will bring the curriculum to life through engaging lessons, purposeful challenges and opportunities for children to connect their learning to the world around them. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will help nurture confident, compassionate and resourceful young learners, ensuring that every child is recognised as an individual and supported to achieve their best.

What we are looking for

• A recognised teaching qualification, such as UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), together with a relevant degree.
• Successful experience teaching the British primary curriculum, ideally within Key Stage 1 and Year 2.
• A secure understanding of early primary development, including phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons that build knowledge, understanding and independence.
• Experience adapting learning to meet a range of abilities, needs and learning styles.
• A creative, reflective approach to teaching, with an enthusiasm for enquiry-based, collaborative and project-led learning.
• Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to positive relationships, pupil wellbeing and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships with parents and colleagues.
• A commitment to safeguarding, professional development and the highest standards of professional conduct.

Above all, we are looking for an educator with energy, imagination and an open mindset: someone who is excited by educational innovation and determined to make a lasting difference to young learners.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, from AED9000 to AED16000.
• Accommodation (not shared) or a housing allowance.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Annual flight allowance.
• School fee remission for an eligible dependent child, subject to the school’s policy.
• Professional development and tailored opportunities for career growth.
• The opportunity to work within a collaborative, inclusive and ambitious educational environment.

Why Dubai?

Dubai offers an exceptional lifestyle for internationally minded professionals, combining year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches, world-class restaurants, outstanding leisure facilities and a vibrant international community. The city is exceptionally well connected, making travel across Europe, Asia and Africa straightforward, while its blend of contemporary architecture, traditional souks and desert landscapes offers something for every interest. For teachers, Dubai provides the opportunity to develop professionally in a dynamic international education market while enjoying a high standard of living and an exciting range of experiences beyond the classroom. Whether exploring the city's cultural districts, enjoying its waterfront lifestyle or discovering the surrounding desert, life in Dubai offers a distinctive balance of career opportunity and personal adventure.

Take the next step If you are an inspiring primary teacher who wants to challenge convention, nurture curiosity and help children build the skills they will need for the future, we would welcome your application. Bring your passion for learning to a school where the possibilities are as ambitious as the learners themselves.