Job Description

GEMS Royal Dubai School is a vibrant, premium British curriculum school currently educating students from FS1 to Year 8. We are proudly expanding to Year 9 in September 2026, with a clear and strategic growth plan through to Year 13. Our diverse community of over 850 students from more than 48 nationalities benefits from a strong sense of belonging alongside a commitment to the highest academic standards.
As part of this exciting phase of growth, we are delighted to be opening a brand-new, purpose-built secondary campus in September 2026. This state-of-the-art facility will further enhance the world-class education we offer across two sites.
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Art Teacher to join our team in September 2026. Experience teaching Design Technology would be desirable. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, ambitious, and committed to driving high standards and achieving excellence for all learners. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team and play a key role in shaping the next stage of our journey while upholding the Royal Standard.
Job Purpose
To teach Art as a subject specialist across Key Stages 1, 2 and 3, delivering an outstanding, holistic and engaging learning experience that leads to exceptionally high outcomes for all students.
Skills
Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence for every learner
• Show secure and in-depth subject knowledge of the Art curriculum across Key Stages 1, 2 and 3 of the National Curriculum for England
• Deliver consistently high-quality teaching and learning, working collaboratively and sharing best practice
• Use student data effectively to personalise learning and maximise progress
• Maintain a high-performance mindset, remaining reflective, solution-focused and proactive
• Bring creativity, enthusiasm and innovation to the classroom
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and support students' personal and social development
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, students and parents through excellent interpersonal skills
• Show aspiration to work in a world-class school with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Contribute positively to the wider school community through extracurricular activities and community events
• Engage actively in ongoing professional development
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the CEO and Principal

Application Process
Applicants must hold a recognised UK teaching qualification with QTS and demonstrate a dynamic, innovative approach to teaching and learning. If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate about helping students reach their full potential, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Please submit the following documents to :

• An up-to-date CV detailing responsibilities and experience
• A letter of application explaining your suitability for the role

Shortlisting will be ongoing from 16 February 2026.
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.

Skills Required