Primary Teacher

Job Description

Due to the continued growth of our GEMS Founders Masdar City school in Abu Dhabi we are looking to recruit Primary Teachers as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECT to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world‑class International School located in the heart of Abu Dhabi.

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited with Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School is truly unique and everyone who comes to work here can leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow
, Flourish and Achieve in everything you do at GFA.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and can grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with BSO and enrolment to our NQT programme; while more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities.

GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development, with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.

• Embodies and role models our core values of Grow, Flourish & Achieve.
• Holds a BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent.
• Has proven experience of teaching primary.
• Has the ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
• Brings a creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.
• Has a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching.
• Aspires to work in a world‑class school with real prospects for enhancing their career.
• Is willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra‑curricular programme and community‑based events.

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including a competitive tax‑free salary, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for children (where applicable), private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end‑of‑service gratuity.

GEMS teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards () providing significant savings on day‑to‑day life in the UAE.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students and staff. A UK‑enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre‑requisite for all appointments.