Chemistry Teacher (Secondary) -August 2026
Al Salam Community SchoolTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed26 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
About Al Salam Community School
Founded by Sue Johnston, a highly respected figure in the UAE education sector and the school's CEO, Al Salam Community School has been serving the local community for over 35 years in various leadership roles. Sue’s educational philosophy is grounded in the core values of inclusivity, high expectations for every student, and the comprehensive development of all learners. With her motto, “Every child is special,” this belief is deeply embedded in every facet of life at Al Salam Community School. To learn more about ASCS Founder and CEO Sue Johnston’s legacy, visit Which School Advisor: https://whichschooladvisor.com/uae/school-news/al-salam-community-int
What Makes Us Unique?
At Al Salam Community School, we celebrate diversity, with a strong emphasis on tolerance and inclusion that fosters a unified sense of purpose. We take pride in embodying values that align with Dubai’s vision, evident in our entire educational environment. Our greatest strength lies in being an independent school, one of the few remaining family-owned institutions in Dubai. Our student body reflects an exceptional diversity in ethnicity, nationality, academic abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage high aspirations among our learners, nurture their curiosity, and stimulate their creativity. Our newly designed facilities and learning spaces support a rich extra-curricular program focused on character development. We are dedicated to delivering top-tier education by attracting a largely untapped talent pool of highly qualified educators and accomplished leaders.
As members of the Al Salam Team, we uphold the following values:
•
Prioritize our Children - This reminds us of our primary purpose and our sacred responsibility.
•
Cultivate a Sense of Home at Al Salam - This ensures we build upon the foundations that have made Al Salam successful.
•
Embrace Each Day as a Learning Opportunity - This keeps us aligned with our aspirations as learners and facilitators of learning.
As educators, we strive to develop:
Learners with Aspiration - Motivated individuals who dream big and wish to effect positive change in the world and their communities.
Learners with Agency - Students who recognize their ability and responsibility to excel in the world, aiming to make meaningful contributions now and in the future.
Learners with Agility - Determined individuals who are equipped to pursue their goals and navigate challenges successfully.
Learners with Altitude - Committed to lifelong personal growth and dedicated to uplifting others.
Our Curriculum:
We follow the National Curriculum for England, enhanced by global themes and the unique context of the UAE, catering to the specific interests of our international student body. ASCS is fully technology-enabled and recognized as a Google certified school, ensuring that both teachers and students utilize Chromebooks effectively. Our staff and students are proficient with technology for both classroom learning and home assignments. While subjects are taught separately, our Secondary teaching employs a Design Thinking approach, which engages students in problem-solving, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections, preparing them for their future educational endeavors.
Our Staff:
We seek inspirational educators to provide exemplary teaching and learning experiences that lay a strong foundation for students to become positive contributors to society.
What we are looking for?
Teacher of Chemistry
Our innovative and forward-thinking British Curriculum School in Dubai is in search of an ‘Outstanding’ Teacher of Chemistry. We offer GCSE and A Level courses within a truly international environment, enriched by a distinctly British approach.
We are looking for a teacher who:
•
Possesses an undergraduate degree or major in Chemistry
•
Holds a PGCE in Secondary Science/Chemistry
•
Has experience teaching in a British School or a British Curriculum institution
•
Is familiar with AQA, Edexcel, or equivalent British exam boards
•
Demonstrates evidence of ‘Outstanding’ teaching practice or the potential to achieve outstanding results
•
Is adept at planning engaging, student-centered lessons
•
Has a deep expertise in their subject and a passion for inspiring a love of learning in students
•
Can leverage classroom technology to enhance the learning experience
•
Is an excellent collaborator, ready to make significant contributions to the department
•
Is willing to engage in the extra-curricular activities of the school
Al Salam's Recruitment Policy aims to ensure that the most qualified, capable, and effective individuals are chosen to join our School community. Our students are ambitious about their futures and seek dedicated teachers who can guide them towards success.
Al Salam Community School is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young individuals and expects the same commitment from its employees. All new staff will undergo enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification verifications, and employment history checks, which will explore any employment gaps as well as require two satisfactory professional references that will be verified.
Each successful application is also subject to approval by KHDA & the Ministry of Labour.
Please send your applications to careers@salameducation.ae
Founded by Sue Johnston, a highly respected figure in the UAE education sector and the school's CEO, Al Salam Community School has been serving the local community for over 35 years in various leadership roles. Sue’s educational philosophy is grounded in the core values of inclusivity, high expectations for every student, and the comprehensive development of all learners. With her motto, “Every child is special,” this belief is deeply embedded in every facet of life at Al Salam Community School. To learn more about ASCS Founder and CEO Sue Johnston’s legacy, visit Which School Advisor: https://whichschooladvisor.com/uae/school-news/al-salam-community-int
What Makes Us Unique?
At Al Salam Community School, we celebrate diversity, with a strong emphasis on tolerance and inclusion that fosters a unified sense of purpose. We take pride in embodying values that align with Dubai’s vision, evident in our entire educational environment. Our greatest strength lies in being an independent school, one of the few remaining family-owned institutions in Dubai. Our student body reflects an exceptional diversity in ethnicity, nationality, academic abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage high aspirations among our learners, nurture their curiosity, and stimulate their creativity. Our newly designed facilities and learning spaces support a rich extra-curricular program focused on character development. We are dedicated to delivering top-tier education by attracting a largely untapped talent pool of highly qualified educators and accomplished leaders.
As members of the Al Salam Team, we uphold the following values:
•
Prioritize our Children - This reminds us of our primary purpose and our sacred responsibility.
•
Cultivate a Sense of Home at Al Salam - This ensures we build upon the foundations that have made Al Salam successful.
•
Embrace Each Day as a Learning Opportunity - This keeps us aligned with our aspirations as learners and facilitators of learning.
As educators, we strive to develop:
Learners with Aspiration - Motivated individuals who dream big and wish to effect positive change in the world and their communities.
Learners with Agency - Students who recognize their ability and responsibility to excel in the world, aiming to make meaningful contributions now and in the future.
Learners with Agility - Determined individuals who are equipped to pursue their goals and navigate challenges successfully.
Learners with Altitude - Committed to lifelong personal growth and dedicated to uplifting others.
Our Curriculum:
We follow the National Curriculum for England, enhanced by global themes and the unique context of the UAE, catering to the specific interests of our international student body. ASCS is fully technology-enabled and recognized as a Google certified school, ensuring that both teachers and students utilize Chromebooks effectively. Our staff and students are proficient with technology for both classroom learning and home assignments. While subjects are taught separately, our Secondary teaching employs a Design Thinking approach, which engages students in problem-solving, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections, preparing them for their future educational endeavors.
Our Staff:
We seek inspirational educators to provide exemplary teaching and learning experiences that lay a strong foundation for students to become positive contributors to society.
What we are looking for?
Teacher of Chemistry
Our innovative and forward-thinking British Curriculum School in Dubai is in search of an ‘Outstanding’ Teacher of Chemistry. We offer GCSE and A Level courses within a truly international environment, enriched by a distinctly British approach.
We are looking for a teacher who:
•
Possesses an undergraduate degree or major in Chemistry
•
Holds a PGCE in Secondary Science/Chemistry
•
Has experience teaching in a British School or a British Curriculum institution
•
Is familiar with AQA, Edexcel, or equivalent British exam boards
•
Demonstrates evidence of ‘Outstanding’ teaching practice or the potential to achieve outstanding results
•
Is adept at planning engaging, student-centered lessons
•
Has a deep expertise in their subject and a passion for inspiring a love of learning in students
•
Can leverage classroom technology to enhance the learning experience
•
Is an excellent collaborator, ready to make significant contributions to the department
•
Is willing to engage in the extra-curricular activities of the school
Al Salam's Recruitment Policy aims to ensure that the most qualified, capable, and effective individuals are chosen to join our School community. Our students are ambitious about their futures and seek dedicated teachers who can guide them towards success.
Al Salam Community School is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young individuals and expects the same commitment from its employees. All new staff will undergo enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification verifications, and employment history checks, which will explore any employment gaps as well as require two satisfactory professional references that will be verified.
Each successful application is also subject to approval by KHDA & the Ministry of Labour.
Please send your applications to careers@salameducation.ae