Teacher of EAL- January 2027

Job Description GEMS FirstPoint School (FPS) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Secondary Teacher of EAL to join our successful and growing school from January 2027. Opened in 2014, FPS is a premium British curriculum school located in the heart of The Villa community in Dubai. The school currently educates around 2000 students from Nursery to Year 13 and continues to grow, with exciting plans to expand facilities further. Our diverse community represents over 90 nationalities, creating a vibrant and inclusive learning environment. Our campus features state of the art facilities, including a dedicated sports and performing arts centre, swimming pools, theatre, sports hall, and specialist rooms for dance, drama, and music. In addition, the main building houses well equipped science labs, design technology workshops, computer suites, and creative arts spaces. At FPS, we are proud of our inclusive, values driven culture. We are committed to delivering a high quality, personalised education that enables every student to thrive. Our broad and balanced curriculum includes GCSEs, A Levels and BTECs, alongside a wide range of co curricular opportunities. We are also a recognised centre for professional development, hosting NPQ programmes and supporting the growth of educators across the region. The role The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality EAL provision across the secondary phase, supporting students with English as an additional language to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. Skills Description Key responsibilities include: • preparing students for external language assessments including IELTS Academic, ESL and EAL IGCSE • developing and implementing Individual Language Plans tailored to student needs • monitoring student progress and conducting regular review meetings with parents • planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that support a range of language abilities • assessing, recording and reporting on student progress to ensure strong outcomes • supporting students across the curriculum, including late entrants and those with varying levels of English proficiency • contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes wellbeing and achievement The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the wider life of the school, including co curricular activities, school events and ongoing professional development. Skills And Experience • a Bachelor’s degree in TESOL, Linguistics or a related field • a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE (EAL specialism desirable) • a Master’s in TESOL or Applied Linguistics is an advantage • a minimum of two years’ experience teaching EAL learners in an academic setting • proven experience preparing students for IELTS Academic and EAL/ESL examinations • experience within a British curriculum school is preferred • strong understanding of inclusive teaching practices and differentiation • commitment to the GEMS core values and a passion for student success GEMS Safeguarding GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.