Music Teacher Career Opportunity at GEMS Founders School, Dubai

Music Teacher Career Opportunity at GEMS Founders School, Dubai. GEMS Founders School Dubai is seeking a passionate and talented Music Teacher to join the team from August 2026. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class British school in one of the most dynamic cities in the world, with real prospects for career advancement within the global GEMS Education network.

Company: GEMS Founders School, Dubai
Location: Al Barsha South, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: 10 August 2026
Apply By: 13 July 2026

About GEMS Founders School

GEMS Founders School, Dubai (GFS) is one of the most successful and fastest-growing British curriculum schools in the UAE. Since opening in September 2016, the school has grown to over 6,100 students from FS1 to Year 13, spanning more than 100 nationalities. The school follows the National Curriculum for England alongside the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum.

GFS holds British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation with Outstanding judgements across all standards, and has been rated Good in two DSIB inspections with several Outstanding features recognised. The school is authorised to offer NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes through the TES Institute.

At GFS, the vision is simple — to help every teacher and student Grow, Flourish and Succeed.

About the Role

Due to continued growth and success, GEMS Founders School Dubai is seeking a passionate and talented Music Teacher to join the team from August 2026. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class British school in one of the most dynamic cities in the world, with real prospects for career advancement within the global GEMS Education network.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Music lessons in line with the National Curriculum for England.
• Share exemplary teaching practices and inspire a love of music across all year groups.
• Foster a creative, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute actively to the school’s extra-curricular music programme and community events.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and whole-school initiatives.
• Uphold and role model the school’s core values of Grow, Flourish and Succeed.

Requirements

• BEd or Bachelor’s Degree in Music, or equivalent PGCE qualification.
• Proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to music education, inside and outside the classroom.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Aspiration to work in a world-class school with genuine career development prospects.
• Willingness to contribute to extra-curricular and community-based activities.
• UK-enhanced DBS check or equivalent police clearance (mandatory).

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free school tuition for dependent children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfares to country of residence
• End of service gratuity
• Free access to GEMS Rewards loyalty app — thousands of discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail across the UAE

About GEMS Education

GEMS Education is one of the world’s largest private education providers. Teaching at GEMS is not just a job — it is a career. Teachers benefit from free access to leading CPD programmes, global career growth opportunities, and a network where most senior leaders are promoted from within.

How to Apply

Ready to join GEMS Founders School, Dubai? Apply via the Apply for Job button on this page, which will lead you directly to the official GEMS Education careers portal.