Primary Supply Teacher - Immediate Start

At GEMS International School, Dubai Hills (GIS) , we empower students to become confident, curious, and compassionate global citizens. As a fully authorised IB World School, we offer the complete IB continuum - fostering a culture of innovation, academic excellence, and international-mindedness.

Our educators are part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Together, we inspire students to lead with purpose and make a positive impact on the world.

GEMS International School – Dubai Hills is welcoming applications from experienced Primary Supply Teachers to join with immediate availability . This is a flexible opportunity to provide classroom cover across our Primary phase on an as-needed basis, supporting continuity of learning within our school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom cover across the Primary phase as required.

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the plans and resources provided, ensuring continuity of learning for students.

• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment where all students feel supported and engaged.

• Adapt teaching and support to meet the diverse needs of learners, including EAL and students requiring additional support.

• Maintain high expectations for student behaviour, engagement and learning in line with school policies.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and wider Primary colleagues to ensure a smooth transition into and out of classroom cover.

• Provide relevant feedback to the class teacher or appropriate team member following periods of cover.

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students, following school policies and procedures at all times.

• Uphold the GEMS values and IB Learner Profile in all aspects of school life.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as a B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent.

• Previous experience teaching within the Primary phase , ideally within an international school environment.

• Experience within an IB curriculum school is preferred but not essential.

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to quickly adapt to different year groups, learning environments and classroom needs.

• A positive, flexible and professional approach, with the confidence to provide high-quality classroom cover as required.

• A passion for creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for all students.

• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and wider school teams to ensure continuity of learning.

• Availability to start immediately and provide supply cover as required.

What We Offer:

This is a supply teaching opportunity, with work offered on an as-needed basis according to the operational requirements of the school.

Further details regarding the supply arrangement and applicable daily rate will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process.

Next Steps:

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to interview. Interviews may take place either in person or online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join us in shaping the future of education at GEMS International School – Dubai Hills. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and empower them to become world-class and world-ready individuals.