Business Teacher - Sept 2025
Job Description
We are looking for an outstanding Business Teacher to join our team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis from September 2025.
At GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis (WSO), we are not just a school; 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. Our success is reflected in our performance in rigorous inspection and accreditation frameworks, and we take great pride in our achievements.
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.
Recognition and Accolades:
We are proud to be recognised by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a school that upholds the highest standards of education. Among our many accolades, our Foundation Stage has earned an
'Outstanding' rating for over a decade, setting the tone for exceptional early education. This excellence extends throughout our Primary School, which has also been rated
‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas. As a
High Performance Learning (HPL) School, we are thrilled to hold the status of a
'World Class School', where innovative teaching methods and personalised learning pathways are the norm.
Our Teaching DNA:
At GEMS WSO, our teaching philosophy is built on the core principles we believe are 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
Join a Team Committed to Excellence:
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.
Skills
Successful candidates will need to:
Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent Have proven experience of teaching Business to KS4/KS5 or equivalent Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practice Have a growth mindset, whereby they are 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 Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.
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.
About Your Benefits
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 which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
About GEMS
Trusted for over 60 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 170,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division.
Job Location Dubai, UAE Company Industry Education Job Role Education Career Level Mid Career - Over 2 years experience
GEMS WELLINGTON ACADEMY - SILICON OASIS
Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis is committed to personalised learning; every child’s journey is different - from the moment a child steps into our school until the day they graduate. Our school provides a progression from the Early Years Nursery into the Foundation Stage, through to an enriched and developed Primary and Secondary National Curriculum for England offering. Our studen... ts leave WSO with the widest range of qualification pathways in the UAE and a remarkable 97% of our graduates are currently pursuing higher education at globally renowned universities. The Foundation Stage at Wellington Academy has been rated Outstanding by the KHDA for ten consecutive years providing an engaging, supportive and empowering environment for our youngest students. GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis has an award-winning Physical Education department boasting an extensive range of sports facilities and opportunities taught by specialist teachers before, during and after school, including Football, Rugby, Tennis, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Rounders and Swimming. GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis is the Centre of Excellence for Performance and Theatre Tech is a beacon of excellence internationally – partnered with both UDO, URDANG International and West End Stage London. WSO is a pioneering school in the UAE, setting the benchmark for educational diversity. We proudly offer the widest range of post-16 pathways in the country, providing students with unparalleled choices for their academic journey. With six pathways, these options include four ‘traditional’ pathways, featuring IB Diploma Programme, IB Career-Related Programme, BTEC, and A-Levels. Our fifth pathway enables students to customise their education by selecting subjects from a combination of IB, BTEC, and A-Level offerings to align their choices with their individual needs and interests. At WSO, we offer a sixth pathway, introducing students to ASDAN International Awards and short courses. ASDAN provides a holistic and adaptable education with hands-on, experiential learning, reflecting our commitment to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of every student. We take immense pride in our students’ remarkable achievements, which are a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. With a 97% A-Level pass rate, including an impressive 41% achieving A*-B grades, our students consistently excel in their academic pursuits. Additionally, our IB Diploma Programme graduates boast an outstanding 92% pass rate, with 11% of our students achieving an exceptional score of 40 or more. Our dedication to providing diverse pathways to success is reflected in our 100% BTEC pass rate, with an outstanding 81% of all grades at distinction level.
