Primary Teachers - August 2025
About This Role
Due to the ongoing success of GEMS Founders School in Al Mizhar, we are excited to announce openings for Primary Teachers starting in August 2025.
This presents a remarkable chance for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to gain invaluable international experience, or for seasoned educators to advance their careers with a globally recognized organization at a premier International School located in the vibrant city of Dubai.
We are proud to be accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO), achieving Outstanding ratings across all standards, which enables us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programs to our educators through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School in Dubai is a distinctive institution where those who join us have the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact. Aligned with our school’s vision, you will have the chance to Grow, Flourish, and embrace an ethos of Mindfulness in all your endeavors at GFM.
Working at GEMS is more than just a job; it’s a fulfilling career. Our educators benefit from complimentary access to premier CPD programs and have the potential to advance within the organization on a global scale. In our dedication to teacher development, newly qualified teachers will gain from our BSO accreditation and participation in our NQT program, while more experienced educators will find exceptional career advancement opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of professional growth, with many of our leadership roles filled by individuals who have progressed from within the GEMS network.
Successful applicants will be expected to:
- Exemplify and demonstrate our core values of Grow, Flourish, and Mindfulness
- Hold a BEd or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent qualifications
- Have documented experience in teaching at the primary level
- Be able to share best teaching practices
- Approach teaching with creativity and enthusiasm, inside and outside the classroom
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues, students, and parents
- Maintain a proven record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching experiences
- Aspire to work in a world-class educational setting with real opportunities for career enhancement
- Be eager to contribute positively to our school community and culture through active participation in extracurricular activities and community events.
All positions come with an attractive compensation package, which includes:
A competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished individual accommodation, complimentary schooling, private medical insurance, annual flights to your home country, and end-of-service gratuity.
GEMS Teachers also enjoy free access to our loyalty app, GEMS rewards, which offers substantial savings on daily expenses in the UAE. With thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 deals on various services, including flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, your salary will stretch further, providing enhanced opportunities for saving while living abroad.