DT Teacher

Job: Design Technology Teacher

Employer: British International School, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Start date: 19th August 2026

Annual Tax-Free Salary: £26,500 - £32,400 + Benefits including housing, flight allowance, medical and gratuity (worth over £15,000)

Contract: Full-time, fixed term for 2 years

Aston Education is working with a thriving and vibrant British international school in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. They are looking for a full-time Design Technology (DT) Teacher starting in August 2026.

The employer:

The school is a thriving and popular international school for students aged 3-18. They opened their doors 25 years ago and they have over 3000 students today. The student cohort is a diverse range of nationalities together with a high proportion of Emirati Nationals. The school is committed to excellence, inclusivity, and community.

They follow the British Curriculum from EYFS to KS5, and they offer excellent modern facilities. The school's key focus areas include mastery in literacy and numeracy, inquiry-based learning and critical thinking and problem-solving.

The school's Leadership Team is deeply committed to the wellbeing and success of their staff, and they foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and professional growth. They believe schools flourish when their people flourish.

The job responsibilities include:

As a DT Teacher, you'll join the Design Technology Department and teach Product Design and Resistant Materials across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and prepare the students for iGCSE and A level exams.

You'll implement policies and practices which reflect the school's commitment to high achievement through effective teaching and learning.

You'll use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving and create and implement effective plans of action to support those students.

Skills and Qualifications required:

• PGCE and QTS / QTLS
• Degree in Design or related field
• Successful UK teaching experience in Product Design/Resistant Materials at secondary school level
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Product Design and Resistant Materials
• Proven track record of improving teaching and learning
• Commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and community
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

• Tax-Free Salary
• Accommodation / Housing Allowance
• Medical Insurance
• Dependent Visa Support & Medical Insurance
• Two free school places
• Flight Allowance
• Teacher Bonus Scheme

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications and enquiries: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal discussion and to apply for this DT Teacher job.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.