Teacher of English - Head of Department

Safeguarding Statement

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

This is a rare opportunity to join the multi-award-winning, Outstanding team at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, one of Dubai’s leading British international schools.

We are seeking an exceptional and visionary Head of English; someone who combines deep subject expertise with the leadership acumen to develop a high-performing department and sustain outstanding teaching and learning. A proven record of success at Key Stages 4 and 5 is essential, alongside a passion for inspiring excellence, driving exceptional examination results, and delivering transformative learning experiences for all students.

At DBSJP, innovation, collaboration, and professional ambition define our approach. Guided by our vision of “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve,” you will lead a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art, award-winning school, shaping the future of your subject while contributing to a culture of excellence, wellbeing, and global impact.

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park (DBSJP) is a multi-award-winning, outstanding British international school, educating over 2100 students aged 3 to 18. Recognised as Outstanding by both BSO and KHDA, DBSJP is not just a school of exceptional academic results, but a thriving, inclusive community where students are inspired to flourish in every aspect of their lives.

Our students consistently achieve outstanding A-level results and go on to study at leading universities across the globe, yet the school is equally proud of nurturing each individual’s unique talents, passions, and creativity. DBSJP has been recognised as the Best School in the UAE for Performing Arts and for Staff Wellbeing and was a Best School in the World finalist for Community Collaboration, reflecting a culture that values excellence, care, and connection equally.

We are also the first school in the UAE to achieve Centre of Excellence status with IQM, demonstrating our pioneering commitment to inclusion and innovation. Every initiative, every classroom, every programme is guided by our vision: “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve”. At DBSJP, high achievement goes hand-in-hand with curiosity, creativity, resilience, and wellbeing, creating a community where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally – and are prepared to make a positive impact on the world.

DBSJP follows the National Curriculum for England, from EYFS through to GCSE, BTEC and A Level examination courses. The curriculum is significantly enhanced by the local context and culture. The opportunities that students enjoy outside the classroom are just as important as the main curriculum and we offer an extensive, competitive and varied extra‑curricular activities programme.

Taaleem provides excellent, high-quality purpose-built accommodation for teaching staff equipped with gym, pool and all amenities. We offer an attractive tax‑free salary, medical insurance, free child places and an annual flight allowance along with great corporate discounts with many service providers in Dubai.

With year‑round sunshine, a tax‑free salary and endless career development opportunities, Dubai is one of the major players in the international teaching market. Whether you enjoy spending your weekends dune bashing and cycling the desert tracks or indulging in some retail therapy before a dip in the sea – Dubai has it all.

It’s a great place to develop yourself professionally, while enjoying an enriching life outside of the workplace. At Taaleem, we are proud and privileged to operate some of the leading schools in the UAE, led by outstanding teachers from all over the world. Our schools are located across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, catering to the British, IB and American curricula, so we always look for a diverse and inspiring teaching body who are looking to help educate and develop the future generations.