KS2 Primary Teacher - August 2026

Dubai Heights Academy

Dubai Heights Academy offers a friendly and inviting workplace. Situated in the Al Barsha South region of Dubai, we are excited to welcome new team members to our community.

Established in 2017, our school provides an inclusive, engaging, and high-quality education to an international student body ranging from FS1 to Year 12 (2025-2026), with plans for organic growth to Year 13.

Our modern campus features distinct buildings for each educational phase, along with a 380-seat auditorium. We boast three temperature-controlled swimming pools, fully equipped science and computer laboratories, specialized rooms for art, design technology, music, and drama, a library, two multipurpose sports halls, a full-size football pitch, various outdoor play areas, and a spacious canteen. Spanning 292,000 square feet, our campus includes three dedicated buildings for each educational phase, and we are excited to announce the recent opening of our new secondary building in August 2025, representing our most ambitious project to date.

At Dubai Heights Academy, we deliver a curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of our students, based on the National Curriculum for England. This curriculum is customized to align with local requirements and is enhanced with Arabic language, Islamic Studies, Moral Education, and Social Studies. Additionally, we have partnered with MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to create and implement a specialized AI (artificial intelligence) project-based program for secondary students, as well as an early language initiative utilizing social robots for primary learners, further enriching our comprehensive curriculum.

Our guiding philosophy is encapsulated in the school ethos: ‘Every Child, Every Mind and Everybody matters.’ We believe that each student deserves the highest quality education, regardless of their background or abilities.

Job Overview

Dubai Heights Academy is in search of an enthusiastic and skilled teacher with strong subject knowledge in the National Curriculum for England, who can contribute to ongoing enhancements in student progress and achievement.

We seek applicants who are well qualified, self-driven, adaptable, creative, and eager to join a team dedicated to academic excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant degree accompanied by a PGCE / PGDE or equivalent, demonstrating outstanding subject expertise.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience teaching the National Curriculum for England.

In return, we offer:

• A positive and innovative learning environment supported by students, staff, parents, and governors.
• A collaborative and supportive atmosphere among staff that fosters teamwork and unity.
• A Senior Leadership team dedicated to creating the best possible outcomes for both staff and students.

Our Compensation and Benefits package includes (where applicable):

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Accommodation allowance.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Discounted tuition fees for up to two children.
• End of service gratuity according to UAE Labour Law.

Interviews will be conducted at Dubai Heights Academy or online if an in-person meeting is not feasible. The application closing date is as stated; however, interviews may occur prior to this date, making early applications advantageous.

We appreciate all applicants, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Successful candidates will begin their roles in August 2026 and will be expected to participate in a brief induction program.

Safeguarding Statement

Dubai Heights Academy is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees to share this commitment. All new hires will undergo enhanced pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks (from their home country or country of residence), qualification verification (attestation), and employment checks, which will include an exploration of any employment gaps and verification of at least two satisfactory professional references. Applicants may also need to provide additional personal documents, such as a degree or marriage certificate. A complete checklist will be provided to successful candidates.