Secondary PE Teacher - August 2026
About This Role
Job Description
We are seeking an exceptional Secondary PE Teacher to become a part of our team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis, starting in September 2026. Are you prepared to significantly influence education? At GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis (WSO), we are more than just a school; we are a vibrant community that exemplifies our core values daily: Unity, Aspiration, and Integrity. We invite Primary educators who resonate with these principles to join our talented team. Our school is fully inclusive and high-performing, with a strong focus on the wellbeing of both our staff and students. Our accomplishments are evident through our success in rigorous inspection and accreditation processes, and we take pride in what we have achieved.
Our Mission and Vision: Our mission is to cultivate students who are "World Class and World Ready." We strive to prepare our students not just for exams, but for life outside the classroom, equipping them with the essential skills, knowledge, and values to navigate a rapidly evolving world. Our vision is to empower every student to explore their unique pathways and opportunities within our diverse community. Do you share this philosophy and can you help advance our educational mission?
Recognition and Accolades: We take pride in being acknowledged by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) for maintaining high educational standards. Our Foundation Stage has received an 'Outstanding' rating for over ten years, setting a benchmark for exceptional early education. This excellence is mirrored in our Primary School, which is also rated 'Outstanding' by British Schools Overseas. As a High Performance Learning (HPL) School, we are excited to be recognized as a 'World Class School,' where innovative teaching practices and personalized learning paths are standard. Do you possess the experience and passion to contribute to WSO's ongoing success?
Our Teaching DNA: At GEMS WSO, our teaching philosophy is centered on the core principles that we believe are vital for educators working with our remarkable students. These principles underpin all our classroom activities: fostering positive relationships with students, tailoring learning to suit all learners, infusing creativity and enjoyment into lessons, and employing strong, evidence-based teaching methodologies. Do these values reflect your teaching approach?
Join a Team Committed to Excellence: If you are an educator who flourishes when working with outstanding students and is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators, we encourage you to join us at GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis.
Skills: Successful applicants will need to:
- Hold a BEd or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent
- Have demonstrated experience in teaching Secondary PE to KS4/KS5 or equivalent
- Be open to collaborating and sharing their best practices
- Exhibit a growth mindset, being both reflective and focused on solutions
- Bring creativity and enthusiasm to their teaching methods
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues, students, and parents
- Have a proven history of delivering outstanding learning and teaching experiences
- Aspire to work in a world-class school with genuine opportunities for career advancement
- Be willing to positively contribute to our school community and culture through active participation in our extracurricular programs and community events.
We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date of this advertisement, so early applications are encouraged. Join us in shaping the future of education. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students, helping them become truly world-class and world-ready individuals.
About Your Benefits: All positions offer an attractive remuneration package that includes: a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to your home country, and end of service gratuity. GEMS teachers also enjoy complimentary access to our loyalty app, GEMS Rewards (www.gemsrewards.com), which provides substantial savings on daily life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 deals on various services including flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, allowing your salary to stretch further and enhancing your ability to save while working abroad.