TEACHER OF ECONOMICS

TEACHER OF ECONOMICS

Teacher of Economics required for August 2026.

The Role

The English College, Dubai, seeks a positive, reflective and inspiring Teacher of Economics to work in the BTEC Faculty and the Secondary School for August 2026. The successful candidate will have a growth mindset and high expectations of all staff and students. They will be open and willing to learn; they will be expected to engage in professional learning with the mindset that everyone can always improve. We are seeking a professional who is passionate about encouraging students to grow and develop holistically - academically, emotionally, physically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, highly qualified and committed, with an excellent track record. Teaching roles at EC offer a fun, exciting and incredibly rewarding challenge and an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward thinking school, rated Outstanding by BSO (2022) and Very Good by DSIB (2023). The successful candidate will demonstrate a creative approach to teaching and learning with the ability to inspire and motivate students with a diverse range of talents and abilities. Candidates must also have the necessary skills and vision to have the highest of expectations for all, using data to meet the needs of all learners, offering appropriate challenge and support where necessary. A desire and willingness to teach Business and Economics through to A level is essential.

Qualifications

We hire for values and character. It is essential that all successful candidates are aligned to our core purpose, our vision and our values. We are looking for a highly committed team player with the drive, energy and passion to develop this forward-looking school. You should also illustrate a capacity to help students achieve their absolute best as part of a team, a proactive commitment to the pastoral care and well-being of our learners, and a willingness to contribute to the thriving extra-curricular life of our school. The successful candidate will need to play a significant role in the safeguarding of our students.

What We Offer

The English College is a family and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach. The English College is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a growing group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area. Learning is at the heart of everything we do for our students, colleagues and parents. We are committed to continuous improvement.

Successful applicants will:

• Be honest, transparent and have integrity.
• Have a good honours degree.
• Hold a QTS or PGCE teaching qualification, preferably from the UK.
• Have a minimum of two years’ experience of teaching.
• Be able to provide an ICPC and a UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check.
• Be professional in appearance and conduct.
• Be willing to contribute to the wider curriculum and support the vision of the school.

Our remuneration package includes:

• Tax free salary, dependent upon experience.
• Housing Allowance.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual flight allowance.
• School places for up to two children.
• Visa costs.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.

Application Process:
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

The English College and ISP are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.