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Teacher of Mathematics - September 2026

GEMS FirstPoint School - The Villa

United Arab Emirates

Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
24 August 2026
Apply by:
30 April 2026

Job overview

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics to join our team in September 2026. For suitably qualified candidates, there may be opportunities for middle leadership roles in curriculum, Head of Year, ECA Coordination, or Head of Careers. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious teachers to further their careers with a globally leading organisation at a world-class international school in Dubai.


Opened in 2014, GEMS FirstPoint School is a Premium British Curriculum school located in the heart of The Villa community, Dubai. The school currently provides exceptional education to around 2,000 students from Nursery (age 2) to Year 13, with exciting plans for future expansion.

FPS is proud to be an inclusive, values-driven school, with students representing over 90 nationalities. Our campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated sports and performing arts centre, swimming pools, theatre, sports hall, dance, drama, and music rooms. Specialist learning spaces include fully equipped science laboratories, computer suites, a food technology kitchen, textiles and design suite, and Design Technology workshops.

The curriculum is broad, balanced, and enriched with outstanding co-curricular opportunities, ensuring every learner can achieve their potential and find personal success. Students benefit from studying internationally recognised A Levels, GCSEs, and BTECs, while teachers are supported through extensive professional development. FPS is also a host venue for NPQ courses, with senior leaders delivering NPQSL and NPQH to aspiring colleagues from across the region.

Skills
  • Deliver engaging and high quality Mathematics lessons aligned with the British curriculum.
  • Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and adapt teaching to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Plan, prepare, and assess effectively, maintaining accurate records of student progress.
  • Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes innovation, curiosity, and a love of learning.
  • Use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning.
  • Contribute to co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes, supporting whole-school initiatives and events.
  • Uphold GEMS policies, procedures, and core values at all times.
  • Communicate regularly with parents, colleagues, and external stakeholders to support student development.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and performance management.

Candidate Profile
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics or equivalent.
  • Teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
  • Strong classroom practice with proven ability to inspire and motivate students.
  • Commitment to inclusive education and personalised learning.
  • Willingness to contribute to wider school life and professional learning culture.

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.




About GEMS FirstPoint School - The Villa

+971 2789700

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GEMS FirstPoint School (FPS), opened in 2014, is positioned in the heart of The Villa community, which is an established, green, residential development located 20 minutes from the centre of Dubai. It is a Premium British Curriculum School, providing an excellent standard of education for over 1700 students from FS1 to Year 13, with exciting plans to add to its state-of-the-art educational facilities in the coming years.

The school has grown rapidly and continues to be popular with families from across Dubai with over 90 nationalities represented. FPS is housed in modern buildings with a separate sports and performing arts centre, swimming pools, theatre, sports hall, dance, drama and music rooms. Our main building contains specialist facilities such as a robotics and electronics lab, food technology kitchen, textiles and design suite, fully equipped Design Technology workshops, science labs and much more. The school prides itself on being inclusive and values-driven, creating a learning environment that promotes innovation and a love of learning.

The curriculum offers a full, broad and balanced range of learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom, ensuring that every student has the environment and opportunity to achieve their potential and find personal success, whatever that might be. As part of the vibrant local community, our students have the opportunity to study Arabic, Islamic Studies, Moral Education and UAE Social Studies, while working towards globally recognized A Levels, GCSEs and BTECs in a broad selection of subjects.

Principal

David Wade

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