Job Description

Due to the continued success of GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar, we are looking to recruit an outstanding English Teacher to join our team for an immediate start.

The English Department at GFM is a high performing and ambitious team, committed to developing confident communicators, critical thinkers and lifelong readers. Our students achieved particularly strong outcomes at IGCSE, with 87% achieving grades 9-7 in English as a Second Language, 80% achievieving grades 9-7 in English Literature and 47% achieving grades 9-7 in English Language. English is also one of our strongest Sixth Form subjects, with over 75% of students achieving A*-B and over 70% achieving A*-C. The department has also achieved an outstanding attainment measure based on KHDA criteria, relfecting its strong culture of academic excellence and progress.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher seeking valuable international exposure, or for a more experienced educator looking to take the next step in their career with a world-leading education company and a truly exceptional international school located in the heart of Dubai.

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar is accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO) and has achieved Outstanding judgements across all standards. Our accreditation allows us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is a uniquely dynamic environment, and anyone who joins our team has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will be part of a culture that encourages all members of our community to Grow, Flourish, and embody Mindfulness in everything we do.

At GEMS, teaching is not just a job; it is a career. Our teachers benefit from free access to world-class professional development programmes and are supported to grow across the global GEMS network. Graduate teachers will benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in our NQT programme, while experienced educators can take advantage of leadership pathways and international progression opportunities. With most of our school leaders promoted from within, GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and professional development across our schools worldwide.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers here enjoy an inspiring balance of work and leisure, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure across the Middle East and beyond.

What We Offer

All positions come with a highly competitive package including:

A tax-free salary
Individual fully furnished accommodation
Free schooling for children
Private medical insurance
Annual airfares to your home country
End of service gratuity

GEMS teachers also enjoy complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets—helping your salary go further and enhancing your lifestyle in the UAE.

Skills Description

Successful candidates will:

Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish, and Mindfulness
Hold a Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor's degree with PGCE / PGDE (or equivalent qualification)
Have proven experience teaching English to GCSE level
Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
Bring a creative and enthusiastic approach to both classroom and wider school life
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work closely with colleagues, students, and parents
Have a proven track record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching
Be eager to make a positive contribution to our school community through active engagement in extra-curricular and community-based initiatives

GEMS Safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.

English Teacher - Immediate start