Teacher of Primary IT/computing & Tech integration

Dubai British School Jumeira

The Role

The successful candidate will be a educator with the capacity to expertly integrate IT, computing and digital technology into the primary school classrooms as well as teaching exciting computing/IT lessons. They will be skilled at co-planning and co-teaching mentoring colleagues to help enhance the use of IT and tech across primary school classrooms to provide learners with the skills to use technology ethically and appropriately within their learning experiences.

The UAE has an ambitious vision for the development of innovation in area of AI, technology, computing and IT; the successful candidate into this role will lead on this vision within the DBSJ community by assisting the professional learning of teachers, creating authentic learning for students and bringing families on the journey as invested, well-informed partners.

At DBSJ, we believe great teaching is rooted in empathy, driven by evidence, and powered by community. Our teachers are collaborators, curriculum shapers, and culture builders.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver purposeful, inclusive, and challenging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for England.
• Use assessment data, student voice, and observations to personalise learning and support progress for all.
• Reflect regularly on the impact of teaching strategies, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Build a learning environment that fosters independence, celebrates neurodiversity, and encourages risk-taking.

Contribution to School Culture

• Collaborate across teams and departments to align curriculum and ensure progression.
• Participate actively in extra-curricular, enrichment, and community engagement initiatives.
• Uplift colleagues through supportive teamwork and shared professional inquiry.
• Contribute to the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of the school through modelling professionalism and hospitality.

Professional Growth

• Engage meaningfully in DBSJ s culture of professional curiosity and growth
• Set personal goals for professional learning and reflect openly on growth areas.
• Champion the school s belief that education is complex, evolving, and worthy of curiosity.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning both for self and others.

Our Professional Commitments

At DBSJ, we believe that who you are as an educator is as important as what you teach. Our teachers align with four core beliefs:

• All students can succeed.
• Our community is of high importance.
• High-performing teams act with integrity, care, and professionalism.
• Education is a complex, ever-changing landscape.

These beliefs underpin our professional accountability, which supports staff in moving from passive alignment to culture-enhancing professional behaviours. We are a school that values curiosity, vulnerability, high standards, and the ability to grow alongside our students.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• A recognised teaching qualification in a IT-related subject (PGCE, QTS, BEd or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a relevant setting
• Evidence of strong teaching practice and student progress
• Alignment with DBSJ s ethos and commitment to professional reflection and growth
• Willingness to contribute to extra-curricular and whole-school initiatives
• Understanding of data-informed teaching and inclusive strategies

Desirable

• Experience in British or international curriculum schools
• Familiarity with KHDA or DSIB frameworks
• Strong track record of curriculum design

DBSJ and Taaleem are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks including references, identity verification, qualification authentication, social media review and an enhanced DBS or international police clearance (including historical police clearances).

BSME acknowledgement

DBSJ is an associate school of the BSME and, as such, will not engage with candidates that are within their first year of contract with another BSME school and may reach out to Principals of BSME schools prior to contacting candidates.

***DBSJ withhold the right to close job advertisements early if the right candidate is found so applicants are encouraged to apply early.