Visual Art Photography Teacher - Sept 2025

GEMS WELLINGTON ACADEMY - SILICON OASIS Dubai, UAE Posted 3 days ago Expires in 2 months Ref: JB5261792
We are looking for an outstanding Visual Art Photography Teacher to join our team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis from September 2025.
Are you ready to make a profound impact on education?
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.
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:
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
Skills
Successful candidates will need to:
Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
Have proven experience of teaching Visual Art Photography 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.
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.
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.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
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