Physics Teacher

About the school

GEMS Royal Dubai School is a vibrant, premium British curriculum school, educating students from FS1 to Year 9, expanding to include Year 10 in September 2027, and annual growth to Year 13. With a diverse student body of over 870 students from more than 48 nationalities, our school combines a strong sense of community with a commitment to the highest academic standards. As we continue to grow, we are thrilled to announce the opening of our new, purpose-built secondary campus — a state-of-the-art facility designed to further enrich the world-class education we offer across two sites.

Position overview

We are looking for a dynamic and passionate physics teacher to join our exceptional team. If you are ambitious, excited about learning, and want to become part of our high performing team, this is an opportunity for you to make a difference as you drive the Royal Standard.

Job purpose

To deliver consistently excellent physics teaching that inspires curiosity, develops scientific knowledge and enquiry skills, and secures strong progress for every student. The postholder will contribute to the development of physics across the growing secondary phase and uphold the values, standards and wider strategic vision of GEMS Royal Dubai School.

Skills description

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Plan and deliver consistently excellent, engaging physics lessons aligned with the NCfE, using strong subject knowledge and effective pedagogy to develop scientific understanding, practical skills, enquiry and problem-solving.

Set high expectations for achievement, behaviour and participation, creating a safe, inclusive and purposeful learning environment in which every student can succeed.

Use assessment effectively to adapt teaching, provide meaningful feedback, track progress and implement timely intervention.

Contribute to science curriculum planning, practical resourcing, assessment and moderation, and preparation for future GCSE Combined Science and Physics pathways as the secondary phase grows.

Build strong relationships with students, colleagues and families, working collaboratively and communicating progress clearly.

Contribute actively to the wider life and culture of the school through pastoral responsibilities, enrichment, extra-curricular activities and community events.

Demonstrate a reflective, solution-focused high-performance mindset and engage fully in professional learning, coaching, appraisal and quality assurance.

Promote and safeguard students’ welfare and personal development, following all school policies, procedures and reporting requirements.

Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role, as directed by the principal.

Candidate requirements

A recognised teaching qualification and degree in physics or a closely related subject.

Strong knowledge of the NCfE and experience of teaching GCSE/A level physics.

A proven record of securing strong student outcomes.

Excellent classroom practice, behaviour management and communication skills.

The ambition, adaptability and collaborative mindset required to contribute to a growing secondary school.