AE GEMS The Cambridge High School, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

Hiring 9 open roles
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About this school

GEMS The Cambridge High School, Abu Dhabi is a school in Abu Dhabi, Does not apply. Headteacher is Stephen Brecken.

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9 teaching vacancies

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  • Homeroom Teacher
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  • Head of Physical Education - Secondary
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  • Islamic Teacher (Arabs & non-Arabs) (KG-Cycle1) Immediate start
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  • Head of Inclusion
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    Listed 10 Aug
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  • Arabic Teacher (Primary)
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    Listed 27 Jun
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  • Head of MOE / Arabic & Islamic Teacher (ADEK qualified Aug2026)
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    Listed 23 Jun
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  • Physical Education Teacher
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  • Cover Teacher- Psychology
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  • Homeroom Teacher (Primary)
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Hiring history 7 roles
2026
ICT Cover Teacher Jul Temporary Employee
Science Lab Assistant (Laboratory Technician) Jul Full Time Employee
Chemistry (Secondary) Teacher Apr Full Time Employee
Biology Teacher (Secondary) (Aug2026) Apr Full Time Employee
English Teacher - Secondary (August 2026) Mar Full Time Employee
Inclusion Teacher Feb Full Time Employee
Director of Upper Primary (Aug2026) Apr Full Time Employee

Teaching in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom school system
The UAE has a dual school system: federal government schools following the Arabic national curriculum, and a large private sector offering British, American, IB, and other international curricula. In Dubai, schools are regulated and inspected by KHDA; in Abu Dhabi, ADEK (Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge) is the regulator. Inspection ratings strongly influence school fee levels and reputation.
Roles and salaries
International school teaching in the UAE is tax-free, with packages typically ranging from AED 10,000 to AED 25,000/month plus housing allowance, flights, and health insurance. This makes it one of the most financially rewarding international teaching destinations. Experienced teachers in shortage subjects (Maths, Sciences, English) attract the strongest packages. Total packages often exceed £50,000/year equivalent.
Working here. What to know
Teachers in the UAE require a residence visa sponsored by their school, which manages the entire process through the Ministry of Interior. The employer also handles the medical check and Emirates ID. The process typically takes four to six weeks. Both single and family residence visas are available. Contracts are usually two-year renewable.