Primary French Teacher

Overview

We are looking for an outstanding Primary French Teacher to join our team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis from September 2026.

Are you ready to make a profound impact on education? At GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis (WSO), we are a thriving community that lives and breathes our core values every day. We are Unified
, Aspirational
, and uphold the highest standards of Integrity
. We are looking for Primary educators who embody these values to join our dynamic team. We are a fully inclusive, high-performing school that places a strong emphasis on the wellbeing of both staff and students, with success reflected in rigorous inspection and accreditation frameworks.

Our Mission and Vision: Our mission is to develop students who are "World Class and World Ready". We aim to prepare our students not only for exams but for life beyond the classroom, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Our vision is to empower every student to pursue their own pathways and opportunities within our diverse environment.

Do you align with this philosophy, and can you contribute to our ongoing educational mission?

We are recognised by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a school that upholds the highest standards of education. Our Foundation Stage has earned an 'Outstanding' rating for over a decade, and our Primary School has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas. As a High Performance Learning (HPL) School
, we hold the status of a 'World Class School', where innovative teaching methods and personalised learning pathways are the norm.

Do you have the experience and enthusiasm to help drive WSO's continued success?

Our teaching philosophy is built on core principles essential for educators working with our wonderful students. These principles form the foundation of everything we do in the classroom:

• Building positive relationships with students
• Adapting learning to meet the needs of all learners
• Bringing creativity and fun into lessons
• Strong, evidence-based teaching pedagogy

Do these values align with your approach to teaching?

If you are an educator who thrives on working with extraordinary students and is fully invested in nurturing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators, we invite you to join us at GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis.

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Teach Primary French with passion and high expectations for all learners
• Collaborate with colleagues and share outstanding practice
• Contribute to an inclusive, high-performing school culture
• Engage in extra-curricular and community-based activities as appropriate

• Hold a BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• Have proven experience of teaching Primary French
• Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practice
• Have a growth mindset, reflective and solution-focused
• Be creative and enthusiastic in their approach to teaching
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
• Aspirations to work in a world-class school with real career prospects
• Be willing to contribute to the school community and culture through active engagement in extra-curricular activities

We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date of this advertisement, therefore early applications are recommended.

Join us in shaping the future of education. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and help them become truly world-class and world-ready individuals.

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:
Competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, 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 at  which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets to help your salary go further.

Trusted for over 60 years, GEMS Education began in Dubai and now educates over 170,000 students from over 176 countries. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.