Science Teacher

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL – MASDAR CITY; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Abu Dhabi seeks a passionate Science Teacher to join their team in August 2026. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, and private medical insurance. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and a proven track record in teaching. GEMS Founders School values personal and professional development, promising a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Individual fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares to country of residence

End of service gratuity

Free access to loyalty app GEMS rewards

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Science or BEd with associated PGCE in Science, Physics, Biology or Chemistry.
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.

Skills

Embody and role model core values

Hold a Bachelor's degree in Science or BEd with associated PGCE

Proven experience of teaching primary

Ability to share exemplary teaching practices

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching

Aspiration to work in a world-class school

Positive contribution to school community

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or BEd with associated PGCE

Job description

Due to the continued growth of our GEMS Founders Masdar City, in Abu Dhabi we are looking to recruit Science Teacher for August 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECT to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world‑class International School located in the heart of Abu Dhabi.

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Abu Dhabi is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Flourish & Achieve in everything you do at GFA.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.

Skills

• Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish & Achieve
• Hold a Bachelors degree Science or BEd with associated PGCE in Science, Physics, Biology or Chemistry
• Have proven experience of teaching primary
• Have the ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
• A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
• Have aspiration to work in a world‑class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra‑cultural programme and community-based events.

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

Competitive tax‑free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day‑to‑day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.