Teacher of MFL (Maternity Cover)

Rugby School Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rugby School Dubai is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate teacher of modern foreign languages to join the school on a maternity cover contract until January 2027. The successful candidate will teach modern foreign languages from Year 7 to Year 13.

The role requires a relevant degree and teaching qualification, plus a PGCE or equivalent. Candidates should be able to teach French and Spanish to A Level and contribute to pastoral life and co-curricular provision.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification.
• Have a minimum of two years' teaching experience in a British curriculum school.
• Hold a PGCE or relevant teaching qualification.
• Place students at the forefront of their teaching.
• Be enthusiastic about professional development.
• Be able to teach French and Spanish to A Level.
• Be willing to immerse themselves into school life, contributing to the pastoral system and co-curricular provision.

Responsibilities

• Teach modern foreign languages from Year 7 to Year 13.
• Contribute to the pastoral system and co-curricular provision.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

MFL teaching

French

Spanish

Pastoral care

Education

Bachelor's degree

PGCE or teaching qualification

Job description

About the school

Rugby School Dubai opened its doors in August 2026. It is the next chapter of Rugby School's legacy, where British heritage meets the UAE's forward ambition. Guided by the ethos, "The Whole Person, The Whole Point," the school pairs academic depth with pastoral strength so pupils grow in scholarship and in self. Across rigorous academics, sport, performing arts and music, leadership and service, and House life, every experience helps each child find their voice, expand their horizons, and lead with purpose. This is more than a school; it is a community where character leads achievement and tradition inspires tomorrow.

The school takes pupils from FS1 to Year 13 and is located in the Nad al Sheba district of Dubai. It is a proud member of the Aldar Education group.

The role

Rugby School Dubai is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate teacher of modern foreign languages to join the school on a maternity cover contract until January 2027. The successful candidate will teach modern foreign languages from Year 7 to Year 13.

Requirements

• Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification
• Have a minimum of two years' teaching experience in a British curriculum school
• Hold a PGCE or relevant teaching qualification
• Place students at the forefront of their teaching
• Be enthusiastic about professional development
• Be able to teach French and Spanish to A Level
• Be willing to immerse themselves into school life, contributing to the pastoral system and co-curricular provision

Benefits & package

The school aims to attract and retain staff of the highest quality, primarily because the school is a fulfilling and enjoyable environment in which to work. Professional development opportunities are provided to match the needs and aspirations of each individual member of staff, ensuring that pupils are taught by motivated teachers who are fully up to date with their teaching methods and approaches.