Primary PE Teacher | August 2026
Deira International School (DIS)Teaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed25 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
The School
Deira International School is an outstanding educational institution recognized by BSO and KHDA, situated in the picturesque 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,’ reflecting our dedication to fostering a joyful and thriving community.
Catering to students aged 3-18, DIS operates as a not-for-profit organization under the Al Futtaim Education Foundation. Established in 2005, the school is celebrated for delivering an exceptional inclusive and holistic education. Our recent inspection highlighted several commendable aspects:
•
Staff express immense pride in the school, recognizing its effective leadership and safe, inclusive learning environment.
•
The teaching quality, learning, and assessment across the institution are of an outstanding caliber.
•
Teachers maintain high expectations for pupils, consistently motivating them to excel in lessons and extracurricular activities.
•
Employees appreciate their work environment, feeling respected, valued, and treated fairly.
•
The curriculum is meticulously designed at every stage, ensuring it builds systematically on students’ prior knowledge.
•
DIS emphasizes strong academic progress and achievement.
Our diverse student body represents over 90 nationalities, which is integral to the school’s community spirit. Exceptional facilities offer numerous opportunities for a well-rounded education; students can engage in sports, performing arts, academics, technology, leadership, and creative pathways, ensuring enriching and diverse experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
Despite non-selective admissions, our students consistently achieve outstanding examination results comparable to top UK schools. We emphasize digital literacy, equipping students for the challenges of a rapidly evolving world. This success allows our students to progress to prestigious universities globally.
In the Early Years, our approach is personalized, play-based, and continuous, with rigorous assessments aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on essential learning skills and foundational knowledge for the Primary Curriculum. The primary curriculum provides a broad and enriching experience, covering various non-core subjects. In Year 11, senior students undertake IGCSE examinations and subsequently transition into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) in Years 12 and 13.
The Al-Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF) governs Deira International School, aspiring to elevate education in the UAE towards future readiness and to prepare students for a global, technologically advanced environment. AFEF is an initiative of the Al Futtaim family, supporting Dubai's governmental vision and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in fostering a globally competitive economy while enhancing its social contributions through this not-for-profit initiative.
The Post: Primary PE Teacher | August 2026
We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and committed educator to join our exceptional, well-equipped PE department. You will collaborate with a team of highly dedicated professionals focused on promoting student progress, holistic development, and encouraging physical activity.
The PE department actively participates in extracurricular sports and successfully manages teams in various disciplines. Candidates should be prepared to engage fully in both the curriculum and extracurricular PE and sports activities.
Additionally, our department features a comprehensive swimming program, and contributions from all team members are essential. Experience in teaching swimming would be beneficial.
While PE teachers are categorized as either ‘Primary’ or ‘Secondary,’ department members may need to support both schools, making experience across all Key Stages advantageous.
If you possess a focused and positive approach and aspire to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
•
A certified teaching qualification in PE (PGCE or equivalent) and QTS certification.
•
At least 3 years of experience teaching physical education in the UK or a reputable British school abroad.
•
Demonstrated leadership in a variety of extracurricular sports activities.
•
Confidence and competence in delivering and contributing to the PE curriculum across relevant age groups.
•
Evidence of ongoing professional development in Physical Education.
•
Passion and experience in EYFS and Primary PE and swimming (Desirable).
•
Ability to teach up to IGCSE Physical Education/BTEC Sport Level 2, with a proven record of strong student performance outcomes (Desirable).
Application Process:
If you meet these qualifications, we warmly invite your application.
Deira International School, Festival City is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. An ICPC or equivalent police check is mandatory for all appointments.
Deira International School is an outstanding educational institution recognized by BSO and KHDA, situated in the picturesque 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,’ reflecting our dedication to fostering a joyful and thriving community.
Catering to students aged 3-18, DIS operates as a not-for-profit organization under the Al Futtaim Education Foundation. Established in 2005, the school is celebrated for delivering an exceptional inclusive and holistic education. Our recent inspection highlighted several commendable aspects:
•
Staff express immense pride in the school, recognizing its effective leadership and safe, inclusive learning environment.
•
The teaching quality, learning, and assessment across the institution are of an outstanding caliber.
•
Teachers maintain high expectations for pupils, consistently motivating them to excel in lessons and extracurricular activities.
•
Employees appreciate their work environment, feeling respected, valued, and treated fairly.
•
The curriculum is meticulously designed at every stage, ensuring it builds systematically on students’ prior knowledge.
•
DIS emphasizes strong academic progress and achievement.
Our diverse student body represents over 90 nationalities, which is integral to the school’s community spirit. Exceptional facilities offer numerous opportunities for a well-rounded education; students can engage in sports, performing arts, academics, technology, leadership, and creative pathways, ensuring enriching and diverse experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
Despite non-selective admissions, our students consistently achieve outstanding examination results comparable to top UK schools. We emphasize digital literacy, equipping students for the challenges of a rapidly evolving world. This success allows our students to progress to prestigious universities globally.
In the Early Years, our approach is personalized, play-based, and continuous, with rigorous assessments aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on essential learning skills and foundational knowledge for the Primary Curriculum. The primary curriculum provides a broad and enriching experience, covering various non-core subjects. In Year 11, senior students undertake IGCSE examinations and subsequently transition into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) in Years 12 and 13.
The Al-Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF) governs Deira International School, aspiring to elevate education in the UAE towards future readiness and to prepare students for a global, technologically advanced environment. AFEF is an initiative of the Al Futtaim family, supporting Dubai's governmental vision and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in fostering a globally competitive economy while enhancing its social contributions through this not-for-profit initiative.
The Post: Primary PE Teacher | August 2026
We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and committed educator to join our exceptional, well-equipped PE department. You will collaborate with a team of highly dedicated professionals focused on promoting student progress, holistic development, and encouraging physical activity.
The PE department actively participates in extracurricular sports and successfully manages teams in various disciplines. Candidates should be prepared to engage fully in both the curriculum and extracurricular PE and sports activities.
Additionally, our department features a comprehensive swimming program, and contributions from all team members are essential. Experience in teaching swimming would be beneficial.
While PE teachers are categorized as either ‘Primary’ or ‘Secondary,’ department members may need to support both schools, making experience across all Key Stages advantageous.
If you possess a focused and positive approach and aspire to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
•
A certified teaching qualification in PE (PGCE or equivalent) and QTS certification.
•
At least 3 years of experience teaching physical education in the UK or a reputable British school abroad.
•
Demonstrated leadership in a variety of extracurricular sports activities.
•
Confidence and competence in delivering and contributing to the PE curriculum across relevant age groups.
•
Evidence of ongoing professional development in Physical Education.
•
Passion and experience in EYFS and Primary PE and swimming (Desirable).
•
Ability to teach up to IGCSE Physical Education/BTEC Sport Level 2, with a proven record of strong student performance outcomes (Desirable).
Application Process:
If you meet these qualifications, we warmly invite your application.
Deira International School, Festival City is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. An ICPC or equivalent police check is mandatory for all appointments.