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Job Description
Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.
Jebel Ali School, Dubai, is seeking an outstanding Director of Islamic to join their leading British curriculum school in August 2026.
The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.
Skills
- Be a qualified Islamic Teacher with appropriate teaching qualification (i.e. Batchelor in Islamic or equivalent teaching licence and KHDA approval)
- For this specific role, are looking for someone with confidence and a proven track record of outstanding results, teaching this subject to GCSE and A Level
- A full working knowledge of The National Curriculum for England and Wales and its associated assessment practices
- Possess a strong focus on the pastoral care of children, understanding the balance between academic and social progress and support, as well as the ability to identify safeguarding concerns.
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills and a positive approach to both individual and collaborative professional development.
- Be available to join Jebel Ali School in August 2026
What We Offer
- Highly competitive salary package offered.
- World class professional development opportunities, where we are committed to ensuring, and developing, our team to enable them to be equipped to provide students with the best possible educational experience.
Job Details
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Jebel Ali School
Jebel Ali School is one of Dubai’s most respected and well-established British curriculum schools, proudly rated ‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas.
Founded in 1977, we are known for our deep-rooted community spirit, academic excellence and unwavering belief that ‘better is always possible.’ Our guiding ethos, ‘Belong, Believe, Become’ sits at the heart of everything we do.
Our modern, purpose-built campus features dedicated facilities for Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form students, alongside some of Dubai’s most impressive sports, technology and performing arts spaces. We deliver a rich, inclusive education that inspires curiosity, creativity and ambition, offering the English National Curriculum through to GCSE, BTEC, and A Level pathways.
Today, over 2100 students from 80+ nationalities call Jebel Ali School home. Our students thrive within a warm, dynamic environment that balances academic rigour with personal development and they leave us as confident, compassionate and globally minded young adults ready to make their mark on the world.
If you share our belief in the power of education to transform lives, we would be delighted to hear from you.
