Secondary English Teacher

Job Description: Secondary English Teacher (August 2026 Start)

Are you an imaginative educator ready to join a school at the forefront of educational innovation? Dubai Heights Academy , located in Al Barsha South, is seeking a talented Secondary English Teacher to join its expanding team for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Since opening in 2017, Dubai Heights Academy has grown into a state-of-the-art institution known for its inclusive ethos: ‘Every Child, Every Mind and Everybody matters.’ With a brand-new secondary building and a unique curriculum partnership with MIT focusing on AI integration, this is a premier opportunity for a teacher who values ​​academic excellence and cutting-edge pedagogy.

The Educational Environment

• Curriculum: Based on the National Curriculum for England , tailored for a diverse international community and enhanced with project-based AI programs.

• Campus: A sprawling 292,000 sqft facility featuring a 380-seat auditorium, three swimming pools, and specialized labs for Science, DT, and Drama.

• Growth: Currently serving FS1 to Year 12, the school will organically expand to Year 13 in the coming year.

• Innovation: Unique collaboration with MIT to deliver bespoke artificial intelligence projects for secondary students.

Key Responsibilities

• Academic Excellence: Deliver high-quality English instruction across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (GCSE and A-Level).

• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to school-wide initiatives aimed at increasing student achievement and progress.

• Inclusive Teaching: Adapt the British curriculum to meet the needs of a diverse student body, ensuring every child matters.

• Departmental Collaboration: Work within a supportive team to integrate modern technology and AI-driven projects into the English curriculum.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: A B.Ed. or a subject degree plus a PGCE/PGDE (or equivalent) with strong subject mastery.

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years teaching the National Curriculum for England.

• Range: Proven experience teaching English from KS3 through to KS5 .

• Versatility: The ability to teach a second subject is highly desirable and preferred.

• Attributes: Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to a culture of innovation.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

The Secondary Academic Pathway

You will be guiding students through critical examination years in a rapidly evolving secondary phase:

Application & Safeguarding

Interviews will be conducted in person or via Zoom. Early application is encouraged as the school reserves the right to appoint a candidate before the closing date.

Safeguarding Note: All successful applicants must undergo enhanced pre-employment clearance, including criminal background checks, qualification attestation, and verification of professional references.