Class Teacher - August 2026
About This Role
Repton Dubai Junior Phase is in search of an inspiring and skilled Class Teacher to commence in August 2026.
The Class Teacher will collaborate on planning, teaching, and assessing the subjects assigned to them.
About Cognita:
Cognita stands as a global frontrunner in independent education. Established in 2004, we have expanded into a vibrant community of over 100 schools across 16 countries, including Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving upwards of 85,000 students. Each of our institutions possesses its own distinct identity, yet we share a unified mission to foster an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
At Cognita, we recognize each student’s individuality. We cultivate their unique personalities and strengths, providing academic, social, and emotional support regardless of their starting point or location. We cherish their uniqueness while equipping them with extensive knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. They also become part of a larger community, ensuring they receive an education that is truly world-class.
About Repton School Dubai
Repton Dubai is a distinguished international school situated in the heart of Dubai and has proudly maintained an Outstanding rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Board since 2014. As one of the few truly international schools in the Gulf Region, Repton Dubai integrates the esteemed reputation and academic rigor of the UK curriculum, spanning Early Years through Junior School and into Senior School. The school embraces the challenges and opportunities presented by the International Diploma, A Levels, or IB in the Sixth Form.
Housed on the largest and most impressive campus in the Middle East, Repton offers a unique boarding experience alongside day school options. Students aged 3-18 benefit from facilities, resources, and a classroom and sporting environment that is the envy of their counterparts.
Our mission emphasizes ‘the rigorous pursuit of excellence, both inside and outside the classroom, paired with a passionate concern for the wellbeing of each individual.’
Skills, Experience & Responsibilities:
Continuously assess and enhance the effectiveness of personal teaching to uphold high standards and facilitate student progression.
Critically evaluate one’s own teaching to improve effectiveness.
Engage in peer observations of colleagues as necessary and participate in observations by peers.
Provide books, records, or planning for colleagues or SLT monitoring as required.
Mark, monitor, and set progress targets for students’ work regularly.
Systematically assess and record students' progress, maintaining accurate records.
Ensure understanding and completion of work, identifying strengths and weaknesses.
Inform planning based on student achievement levels.
Conduct student assessments as per departmental and school procedures.
Prepare and deliver informative reports to parents.
Regularly assess student work through formal and informal termly and unit-end assessments as directed by SLT.
Communicate with the school Inclusion Team and Head of School regarding any students whose progress or behavior raises concerns.
Successful candidates will possess:
A Bachelor’s of Education or PGCE with a relevant specialization, OR
A Bachelor’s degree in a subject relevant to the teaching specialization, complemented by a PGCE in Primary Education.
Experience in teaching within a UK setting or a reputable British Curriculum/international school.
Relevant experience that enables contributions to our school enrichment program.
A minimum of two years of post-qualification experience is preferred.
In return, we provide:
A competitive salary reflective of experience.
Annual flight allowance.
Accommodation.
Top-tier medical and healthcare benefits (subject to status).
End-of-service gratuity, in accordance with labor law.
To support your application, please attach your current, up-to-date CV.
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates prior to the official closing date, so we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications early.
Cognita is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same commitment from its employees. All new hires will undergo extensive and enhanced pre-employment clearance, which includes identity verification, criminal background checks for all countries of residence, qualification checks, employment history reviews with attention to any gaps, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment within the last five years.