Biology Teacher | August 2026
About This Role
Deira International School is an Outstanding BSO and KHDA rated institution, recognized for its excellence and located 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', showcasing our dedication to fostering a happy and thriving community.
Catering to students aged 3-18, DIS operates as a not-for-profit school and is affiliated with the Al Futtaim Education Foundation. Established in 2005, the school is celebrated for its commitment to delivering an exceptional inclusive and holistic education. Our recent inspection report highlighted several key strengths:
- Staff express immense pride in the school and affirm it is well-managed, offering a safe and inclusive environment for learning.
- The quality of teaching, learning, and assessment throughout the school is deemed outstanding.
- Teachers maintain high expectations and consistently motivate students to excel in lessons and activities.
- The staff enjoy their roles, feeling respected, valued, and treated fairly.
- The curriculum is meticulously planned across all phases, effectively building on students’ previous learning.
- DIS emphasizes academic progress and achievement.
The student community represents over 90 nationalities, making this diversity a cornerstone of our school’s culture. Our state-of-the-art facilities enable a comprehensive educational experience, encompassing sports, performing arts, academics, technology, leadership, and creative pathways, ensuring our students have enriching experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
While we are non-selective in admissions, our students consistently achieve impressive examination results that rival top UK schools. We prioritize digital literacy to equip our pupils for the demands of a rapidly evolving world, facilitating their transition to prestigious universities globally.
In the Early Years, our personalized, play-based, and continuous approach ensures rigorous assessment aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on essential learning skills and establishing a solid foundation for the Primary Curriculum. In primary education, students benefit from a broad and enriching curriculum that includes various non-core subjects. Our senior students undertake IGCSE examinations in Year 11 and progress to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) in Years 12 and 13.
Governed by the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF), Deira International School aims to elevate education in the UAE, preparing students for an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced future. AFEF is a philanthropic initiative by the Al Futtaim family, supporting the vision of the Government of Dubai and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) to foster a globally competitive economy while maximizing social contributions through this not-for-profit mission.
The Post: Biology Teacher
We are on the lookout for a passionate and knowledgeable Biology teacher who can ignite a love for the subject among our students. The ideal applicant will have a thorough understanding of Biology, outstanding pedagogical skills at KS3, GCSE, and post-16 levels, along with a genuine enthusiasm for teaching. While experience with the IB Diploma is preferred, it is not mandatory. As a Biology teacher at DIS, you will play a vital role in cultivating the scientists and leaders of the future. The successful applicant will join a large department of dedicated professionals focused on enhancing student outcomes. The science department has seen consistent success in recent years, achieving remarkable inspection results in both progress and attainment. The selected candidate will be expected to build upon this success and help us reach even greater heights.
The successful applicant will need to possess the following qualifications: Apply via the WhatSchool platform.