French Teacher | August 2026
Deira International School (DIS)Teaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed6 February 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
The School
Deira International School (DIS) is an Outstanding BSO- and KHDA-rated, award-winning institution situated on a picturesque campus in Festival City, Dubai. In 2023, DIS received the Education Excellence Award for ‘School Team of the Year’ and holds a Platinum Award for ‘Best Place to Work’, showcasing our deep commitment to staff wellbeing and a vibrant school community.
Catering to students aged 3–18, DIS operates as a not-for-profit school under the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation. Established in 2005, the school is recognized for delivering an exceptional, inclusive, and holistic educational experience. Our latest inspection identified several key strengths:
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Staff express immense pride in the school, affirming it is well managed, safe, and inclusive.
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The quality of teaching, learning, and assessment throughout the school is exceptional.
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Teachers maintain high expectations and consistently encourage students to excel.
•
Staff report feeling respected, valued, and treated equitably.
•
The curriculum is meticulously planned and effectively builds on prior knowledge.
•
There is a significant emphasis on academic progress and success.
DIS boasts a diverse student population of over 90 nationalities, which is integral to our community ethos. Our outstanding facilities facilitate a holistic educational approach, offering extensive opportunities in sports, performing arts, technology, leadership, creativity, and academic enhancement.
While our admission process is non-selective, our students achieve remarkable examination results on par with leading UK schools, progressing to prestigious universities across the globe. Digital literacy is woven throughout the curriculum, equipping students for the challenges of an evolving world.
In the Early Years, we provide a personalized, play-based continuous provision, ensuring students are rigorously assessed against the EYFS framework, laying strong foundations for future learning. In Primary, learners benefit from a comprehensive and enriching curriculum, which includes various non-core subjects. In Secondary, students complete IGCSEs in Year 11 before advancing to either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) in Years 12 and 13.
DIS operates under the governance of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF), a not-for-profit initiative from the Al-Futtaim family, aligned with the vision of the Government of Dubai and KHDA to provide future-ready education while maximizing positive social impact.
The Post: French Teacher
In recent years, our MFL department has flourished, now comprising five highly qualified teachers, four of whom are native-level speakers. As enthusiastic linguists, collaboration, communication, and the exchange of ideas are central to our teaching philosophy. The department is equipped with five dedicated classrooms, all featuring interactive whiteboards or digital screens, allowing for engaging, high-quality lessons enhanced by 21st-century technology.
The department has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, delivering stimulating and successful lessons in a dynamic and engaging learning environment, both inside and outside the classroom. French and Spanish are popular subjects at both KS4 and KS5, reflecting our students' enthusiasm and the strength of our program. We take great pride in our exceptional IGCSE and IB examination results, as well as the consistently impressive achievements of our students in recent years.
The goals of the department include:
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Cultivating confident, articulate, and proficient linguists who are effective communicators.
•
Challenging students to broaden their linguistic skills while offering targeted support as necessary.
•
Inspiring lifelong learners who have a profound appreciation for language and culture.
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Fostering intellectual curiosity, independence, and integrity.
•
Encouraging risk-taking and resilience in language acquisition.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
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Experience teaching GCSE French is essential; A Level/IB experience is preferred.
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A B.Ed. or degree in a related field, along with a PGCE / PGDE or equivalent, demonstrating exceptional subject knowledge.
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A proven history of outstanding teaching and learning.
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A mindset that recognizes the potential for excellence in all students, coupled with the drive and passion to help them achieve it.
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Experience contributing to our enriched curriculum program.
Safeguarding Statement:
Deira International School, Festival City, is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. An ICPC (International Police Clearance Certificate) or equivalent police check, along with three professional references, is required for all appointments.
Deira International School (DIS) is an Outstanding BSO- and KHDA-rated, award-winning institution situated on a picturesque campus in Festival City, Dubai. In 2023, DIS received the Education Excellence Award for ‘School Team of the Year’ and holds a Platinum Award for ‘Best Place to Work’, showcasing our deep commitment to staff wellbeing and a vibrant school community.
Catering to students aged 3–18, DIS operates as a not-for-profit school under the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation. Established in 2005, the school is recognized for delivering an exceptional, inclusive, and holistic educational experience. Our latest inspection identified several key strengths:
•
Staff express immense pride in the school, affirming it is well managed, safe, and inclusive.
•
The quality of teaching, learning, and assessment throughout the school is exceptional.
•
Teachers maintain high expectations and consistently encourage students to excel.
•
Staff report feeling respected, valued, and treated equitably.
•
The curriculum is meticulously planned and effectively builds on prior knowledge.
•
There is a significant emphasis on academic progress and success.
DIS boasts a diverse student population of over 90 nationalities, which is integral to our community ethos. Our outstanding facilities facilitate a holistic educational approach, offering extensive opportunities in sports, performing arts, technology, leadership, creativity, and academic enhancement.
While our admission process is non-selective, our students achieve remarkable examination results on par with leading UK schools, progressing to prestigious universities across the globe. Digital literacy is woven throughout the curriculum, equipping students for the challenges of an evolving world.
In the Early Years, we provide a personalized, play-based continuous provision, ensuring students are rigorously assessed against the EYFS framework, laying strong foundations for future learning. In Primary, learners benefit from a comprehensive and enriching curriculum, which includes various non-core subjects. In Secondary, students complete IGCSEs in Year 11 before advancing to either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) in Years 12 and 13.
DIS operates under the governance of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF), a not-for-profit initiative from the Al-Futtaim family, aligned with the vision of the Government of Dubai and KHDA to provide future-ready education while maximizing positive social impact.
The Post: French Teacher
In recent years, our MFL department has flourished, now comprising five highly qualified teachers, four of whom are native-level speakers. As enthusiastic linguists, collaboration, communication, and the exchange of ideas are central to our teaching philosophy. The department is equipped with five dedicated classrooms, all featuring interactive whiteboards or digital screens, allowing for engaging, high-quality lessons enhanced by 21st-century technology.
The department has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, delivering stimulating and successful lessons in a dynamic and engaging learning environment, both inside and outside the classroom. French and Spanish are popular subjects at both KS4 and KS5, reflecting our students' enthusiasm and the strength of our program. We take great pride in our exceptional IGCSE and IB examination results, as well as the consistently impressive achievements of our students in recent years.
The goals of the department include:
•
Cultivating confident, articulate, and proficient linguists who are effective communicators.
•
Challenging students to broaden their linguistic skills while offering targeted support as necessary.
•
Inspiring lifelong learners who have a profound appreciation for language and culture.
•
Fostering intellectual curiosity, independence, and integrity.
•
Encouraging risk-taking and resilience in language acquisition.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
•
Experience teaching GCSE French is essential; A Level/IB experience is preferred.
•
A B.Ed. or degree in a related field, along with a PGCE / PGDE or equivalent, demonstrating exceptional subject knowledge.
•
A proven history of outstanding teaching and learning.
•
A mindset that recognizes the potential for excellence in all students, coupled with the drive and passion to help them achieve it.
•
Experience contributing to our enriched curriculum program.
Safeguarding Statement:
Deira International School, Festival City, is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. An ICPC (International Police Clearance Certificate) or equivalent police check, along with three professional references, is required for all appointments.