Overview

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL – NAD AL HAMAR

Job Description

Due to the opening of our newest school, GEMS Founders School, Nad Al Hamar we are looking to recruit an outstanding French Teacher to join the team in August 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teachers seeking valuable international exposure, or looking to take the next step in their career with a world-leading education company and a truly exceptional international school located in the heart of Dubai.

For over a decade, GEMS Founders schools have delivered a high-quality British education at an accessible fee level, growing into one of the UAE’s most trusted British curriculum families of schools. The network is known for strong academic results, inclusive communities and outstanding value. GEMS Founders School – Nad Al Hamar is the fifth school in this proven and trusted family.

At GEMS Founders School – Nad Al Hamar, The Founders Way shapes how we learn, grow and connect as a community. Through the values of Grow, Flourish and Honour, we will nurture confident, curious and compassionate learners, creating meaningful opportunities for every child to discover their strengths and realise their potential.

By combining the best of British educational practice with the rich culture and heritage of the UAE, we will foster kindness, inclusion, collaboration and respect, preparing learners to thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

At GEMS, teaching is not just a job; it is a career. Our teachers benefit from free access to world-class professional development programmes and are supported to grow across the global GEMS network. Graduate teachers can benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in our NQT programme, while experienced educators can take advantage of leadership pathways and international progression opportunities. With most of our school leaders promoted from within, GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and professional development across our schools worldwide.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers here enjoy an inspiring balance of work and leisure, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure across the Middle East and beyond.

What We Offer

All positions come with a highly competitive package including:

  • A tax-free salary
  • Individual fully furnished accommodation
  • Free schooling for children
  • Private medical insurance
  • Annual airfares to your home country
  • End of service gratuity

GEMS teachers also enjoy complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets—helping your salary go further and enhancing your lifestyle in the UAE.

Skills

Successful candidates will:

  • Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish, and Honour
  • Hold a Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor’s degree with PGCE / PGDE (or equivalent French qualification)
  • Have proven experience teaching French to Primary Students. 
  • Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
  • Bring a creative and enthusiastic approach to both classroom and wider school life
  • Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work closely with colleagues, students, and parents
  • Have a proven track record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching
  • Be eager to make a positive contribution to our school community through active engagement in extra-curricular and community-based initiatives

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

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Preferred Candidate

Career Level
Mid Career – Over 2 years experience

 

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About GEMS Education

Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.