Qureos Mentor

Fortes Education

About the
 Role
 
We are looking for a hands-on Technical
 Project Manager (TPM) to lead the delivery of custom AI agents,
 LLM-powered systems, and AI-driven products.
 
You will work closely with AI engineers, ML
 researchers, backend developers, and product stakeholders to plan, execute,
 and deliver high-impact AI initiatives.
 
This role requires strong technical
 understanding, excellent Jira & Agile project management skills,
 and the ability to manage complex AI/ML workflows from concept to
 production.
 
Key
 Responsibilities
 
Project
 & Delivery Management
 
Own end-to-end delivery of AI and
 LLM-based projects, from discovery to deployment
 Manage Jira boards, workflows,
 epics, sprints, releases, and reporting
 Run Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint
 planning, reviews, retrospectives)
 Track dependencies, risks, timelines,
 budgets, and delivery milestones
 Ensure high-quality, on-time execution
 across multiple AI initiatives
 
AI &
 Technical Leadership
 
Work closely with AI/ML engineers
 on
 Translate business requirements into clear
 technical plans
 Understand trade-offs between model
 performance, cost, latency, and scalability
 Coordinate data pipelines,
 experimentation cycles, and production release
 
Stakeholder
 & Team Management
 
Act as the primary bridge between business,
 product, and technical teams
 Communicate project progress, risks, and
 outcomes clearly to leadership
 Align stakeholders on scope, priorities,
 and delivery timelines
 Manage internal teams and external
 vendors (if required)
 
Required Skills & Experience
 
Must-Have
 
5+ years experience as a Technical
 Project Manager (or similar role)
 Proven experience managing technical
 software teams
 Strong hands-on experience with Jira
 (advanced usage, reporting, workflows)
 Deep understanding of Agile / Scrum
 methodologies
 Ability to manage complex, ambiguous
 technical projects
 Excellent communication and leadership
 skills
 
AI / ML
 Experience (Strongly Preferred)
 
Experience delivering AI/ML or
 LLM-based products
 
Familiarity with: 
Understanding of AI system architecture
 (APIs, inference, pipelines)
 Comfortable working with data scientists,
 ML engineers, and AI researchers
 
Nice to
 Have
 
Background in computer science,
 engineering, or data science
 Experience with MLOps, cloud
 platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)
 PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum
 certifications
 Experience delivering AI agents or
 automation systems
 Prior startup or fast-paced tech
 environment experience
 
What We
 Offer
 
Competitive salary (Dubai market)
 Work on cutting-edge AI & LLM
 technology
 High-impact role with ownership and
 autonomy
 Collaborative, technically strong team
 Long-term growth in an AI-first
 organization

Technical Project Manager (AI / LLM / AI Agents)

We are seeking a results-driven Procurement
 Officer with strong
 commercial acumen and hands-on experience managing end-to-end procurement
 activities. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced
 environment, enjoys vendor negotiations, and is passionate about driving value
 through strategic sourcing and process excellence.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
·
 Manage
 multiple procurement categories, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and
 timely delivery
 
·
 Process
 purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders and contracts in line with approved budgets
 
·
 Source,
 evaluate, and onboard suppliers for goods, services, and works
 
·
 Lead RFQs/RFPs, conduct technical and
 commercial evaluations, and negotiate optimal terms
 
·
 Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts
 (AMCs), monitor
 vendor performance, and ensure timely renewals
 
·
 Review and
 continuously improve procurement processes, controls, and compliance
 
·
 Analyze
 annual spend by category and strengthen the vendor base to support business
 growth
 
Requirements
 
·
 Bachelor’s
 degree in Supply
 Chain, Business Administration, or Engineering
 
·
 5–8 years
 of relevant procurement experience
 
·
 CIPS certification (preferred)
 
·
 Hands-on
 experience with ERP
 systems (Microsoft
 Dynamics Supply Chain or equivalent)
 
·
 Experience
 in education,
 hospitality, construction, or interiors sectors
 
·
 Strong
 knowledge of local
 UAE suppliers and market pricing
 
·
 Valid UAE driving license
 
Skills & Competencies
 
·
 Strong
 negotiation and vendor management skills
 
·
 Excellent
 communication and stakeholder management abilities
 
·
 High
 proficiency in MS Office and data analysis
 
·
 Ability to
 work independently and manage priorities under pressure
 
Location: Dubai, UAE

Procurement Officer

Job
 Description: AI Engineer – Open Source LLMs & AI Integration
 
We are looking for a hands-on AI Engineer with deep expertise in open-source,
 open-weight large language models (LLMs) and end-to-end software
 integration. This role is ideal for someone excited to build
 production-ready AI systems across education, fintech, and business
 automation.
 
As part of our innovation-driven team, you’ll work on projects ranging from:
 <ul>
<li>Building personal AI tutors for students and teachers in schools</li>
<li>Designing AI-powered payments & fintech platforms</li>
<li>Automating workflows for brick-and-mortar businesses (AI agents</li>
</ul>
handling outbound lead nurturing calls, follow-ups, and sales closure)
 
Key Responsibilities
 <ul>
<li>Fine-tune and optimize open-source/open-weight models (LLaMA,</li>
</ul>
Mistral, Falcon, etc.) for real-world use cases
 <ul>
<li>Integrate models with applications, APIs, and databases to deliver</li>
</ul>
scalable AI solutions
 <ul>
<li>Develop and deploy AI agents for tasks such as tutoring, lead</li>
</ul>
nurturing, and workflow automation
 <ul>
<li>Work with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines, vector</li>
</ul>
databases, and orchestration frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex)
 <ul>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design production-ready AI</li>
</ul>
workflows
 <ul>
<li>Stay ahead of new advancements in AI/ML, generative AI, and agent</li>
</ul>
frameworks
 
Core Technical Skills
 <ul>
<li>LLM Fine-Tuning & Optimization: Hugging Face, PyTorch,</li>
</ul>
TensorFlow, LoRA, PEFT
 <ul>
<li>AI Agent Frameworks: LangChain, LlamaIndex, AutoGen, SmolAgents</li>
<li>Vector Databases: Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS, ChromaDB</li>
<li>Programming: Python (expert), JavaScript/TypeScript (bonus)</li>
<li>DevOps & Cloud: Microsoft Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Git</li>
<li>Workflow Automation: API integration, microservices, REST/GraphQL</li>
<li>Databases: PostgreSQL, NoSQL, Redis</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate
 <ul>
<li>Proven experience training/fine-tuning LLMs and deploying them in</li>
</ul>
production
 <ul>
<li>Strong background in software engineering (microservices, APIs, web</li>
</ul>
integrations)
 <ul>
<li>Familiarity with AI for education, fintech, or workflow automation</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take projects from concept</li>
</ul>
to deployment
 <ul>
<li>Excited to experiment, innovate, and push the boundaries of applied AI</li>
</ul>
Location & Opportunity
 <ul>
<li>Based in Dubai, with projects spanning global education, fintech, and</li>
</ul>
enterprise automation
 <ul>
<li>Be part of a fast-moving, innovative team shaping the future of</li>
</ul>
AI-driven businesses
 
If you’re passionate about building real-world
 AI systems that make an impact — from classrooms to financial platforms to
 local businesses — we’d love to hear from you.
 
Apply now and let’s build the future of AI together.
 
Interested candidates can apply on our website: 
http://www.fortes.co/Careers

AI Engineer – Open Source LLMs & AI Integration

Fortes Education?has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region. Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning,?celebrating character strengths and accomplishments.
 
We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives.?We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.? About Sunmarke School –?Where Amazing Happens Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our suite of signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school, transforming young lives.?This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the coveted ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the international Which School Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
 
Sunmarke is an all–through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students, including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE,?‘A’?Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programmes.??Our students regularly win examination boards’ ‘best in world’, ‘best in Middle East’ and ‘best in country’ awards every year, across a diverse range of subjects. The latest incredible IB results show that Sunmarke School is in the top 3 schools in Dubai and 69th in world rankings. Our suite of Signature Programmes is unrivalled in Dubai, with inspiring opportunities for students to experience transformative learning opportunities. These include Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains; a world-class STEAM centre and curriculum, which offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9; Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR experiences alongside our cutting edge use of Artificial Intelligence for staff and students; outstanding performing arts opportunities with full black box and auditorium facilities alongside peripatetic music spaces and media suites; and a fantastic sports programme augmented with professional coaches, which led Sunmarke to be overall champions at the BSME Games.?
 
Sunmarke School has been judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a?‘Very Good’?school since our third?year of operation and is consistently judged ‘Outstanding’ by British?Schools Overseas (BSO). We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey beyond?“outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flagship schools, located at?a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.? About you: Due to our continued growth, we seek to appoint an outstanding History Teacher for an August 2026 start.?
 
We are looking for certain qualities: Skilled in the best global educational practices? Committed to developing and inspiring every student, to believe that they can and will succeed? Tech-savvy, fluent in using APPs and technology to extend and enrich each student’s learning experience? Outstanding role models who embody our core values?
 
Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom.?? Excellent communicators who can ignite a passion for learning in our students.? Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and wider campus life? Strong academic background, work ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills?
 
Dynamic, enthusiastic, and well-qualified, holding at minimum a B.Ed. or a B.A. with a PGCE in History, along with QTS. The role includes teaching Humanities to Years 7 and 8, and History to Year 9 and above, including IGCSE and A Level.
 
Experience teaching Politics is desirable but not essential. Aspiring or current Middle Leaders are encouraged to apply for middle leadership roles. When applying please indicate your: Specialism in a Subject Area. Past MLT experience Our Offer: Excellent tax-free salary Furnished Accommodation Relocation Allowance (applicable to overseas appointments only) Medical Insurance for self Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations Tuition Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s) State-of-the-art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.
 
Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues Excellent professional development Working in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought-after work and travel destinations Application Process: If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans. Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings? Interviews will?take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.?
 
The closing date for applications is the 10th of January 2026. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore, we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date will be August 2026.
 
Safer Recruitment Statement Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Sunmarke School, 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 and volunteers to share this commitment.
 
Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

History Teacher – August 2026 start

Fortes
 Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over
 four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have
 experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most
 innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East
 region. Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education
 (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning, celebrating character
 strengths and accomplishments. We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling
 relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives.?We enable children to become
 happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults,
 and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character
 strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.??
 
About Sunmarke School – Where Amazing Happens
 
Sunmarke School provides an
 ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and
 minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered
 by our unique signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school,
 transforming young lives. This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the
 coveted ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the Which School Advisor ceremony in
 Dubai and London and by our world class IB results ranking in the Top 68
 schools Globally and twice in the Top 3 in Dubai. These are matched by our A
 Level and GCSE results which place us in the top 10 schools in Dubai.
 
Sunmarke is an all–through school which offers a premium
 education across a fantastic range of pathways for students including the
 National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE,?‘A’?Levels,
 BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme.??We
 also offer a suite of Signature Programmes unrivalled in Dubai. With unique
 experiences in Environmental and Sustainability Studies, students learn in
 Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology
 to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains. Our
 world-class STEAM centre and curriculum offers students an incredible
 opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from
 Foundation Stage through to Year 9. We run best-in-class mini-MBA programmes
 for our Year 10 to 13 students in conjunction with the Peter Jones Academy and
 Wharton Investors programme, to ensure their future success in business and
 entrepreneurship. We are technologically very innovative and have a world class
 AI and Robotics lab that offers unrivalled experiences in these fast changing
 areas. Additionally we run comprehensive AI programmes?for students in all core subjects, as well as
 deepening other subjects through Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR
 experiences. We have outstanding performing arts opportunities with fantastic
 facilities and amazing teachers to help our more creative students truly find
 their voice.??We are home
 to the Fortes Pro Sports Academy where international professional sports
 coaches work exclusively with our students to reach new heights of performance
 and to elevate our students to national and international titles. Sunmarke School was judged by the Dubai School Inspection
 Bureau (DSIB) as a?‘Very Good’?school
 in our 3rd?year
 of operation and?‘Outstanding’?in
 our British?Schools
 Overseas (BSO) inspection?in
 2019.
 
We present an exciting
 opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our
 journey to?“outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of
 our flag-ship schools, located at?a
 prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.
 
About you: 
We seek to appoint an outstanding Head of
 Performing Arts with the ability to teach Music for an August
 2026 start.?
 
We are
 
looking for certain qualities: 
Skilled
 in the best global educational practices?
 
Committed
 to developing and inspiring every student, to believe that they can and
 will succeed?
 
Tech-savvy,
 fluent in using APPs and technology to extend and enrich each student’s
 learning experience?
 
Outstanding
 role models who embody our core values?
 
Passionate
 about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of
 the classroom.??
 
Excellent communicators who can
 ignite a passion for learning in our students.?
 
Able
 to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities
 (ECA) programme and wider campus life?
 
Strong
 academic background, work ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills?
 
Dynamic, enthusiastic, and
 well-qualified holding as a minimum, a B.Ed. or a B.A & PGCE in Music along
 with QTS,
 
The
 successful candidate will
 
Teach
 Music across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
 
Lead
 the Secondary Performing Arts Faculty which includes the Music and Drama
 departments?
 
Serve
 as the Musical Director for the school student orchestra and all secondary
 productions?
 
Lead
 on secondary music concerts and external competitions to give students a
 platform to perform and excel?
 
Lead
 on maintaining and improving the quality of the music programmes,
 including the external music academy and the one-to-one music instruction
 across all school levels?
 
Our Offer: 
Excellent tax-free salary
 
Furnished Accommodation
 
Relocation Allowance (applicable
 to overseas appointments only)
 
Medical Insurance for self
 
Annual Air-Ticket and paid
 vacations
 
Tuition Fee Concession for up
 to 2 minor dependent(s)
 
State-of-the-art facilities
 and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai
 
An enthusiastic learning
 community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated
 to maximise student achievement and creating positive
 learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.
 
Working within a team of highly
 driven and supportive colleagues
 
Excellent professional
 development
 
Working in Dubai, one of the
 world’s most sought-after work and travel destinations
 
Application Process: 
If you have
 the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for
 young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you
 will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a
 central role in our future growth plans.
 
Candidates
 are invited to complete our Online Application by
 visiting: https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings?
 
Interviews will?take
 place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if
 the applicant is not based in Dubai.?
 
The closing date for applications is the 10th of January
 2026. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only
 shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school
 reserves the right to make suitable appointments before
 the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage
 candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date
 will be August 2026.
 
Safer
 Recruitment Statement
 
Fortes
 Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
 children. Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the
 recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection.
 At Sunmarke School, 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 and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants
 will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory
 references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police
 checks, including overseas checks.

Head of Performing Arts with the ability to teach Music – August 2026 start

Fortes Education?has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region. Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning,?celebrating character strengths and accomplishments.
 
We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives.?We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.? About Sunmarke School –?Where Amazing Happens Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our suite of signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school, transforming young lives.?This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the coveted ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the international Which School Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
 
Sunmarke is an all–through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students, including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE,?‘A’?Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programmes.??Our students regularly win examination boards’ ‘best in world’, ‘best in Middle East’ and ‘best in country’ awards every year, across a diverse range of subjects. The latest incredible IB results show that Sunmarke School is in the top 3 schools in Dubai and 69th in world rankings. Our suite of Signature Programmes is unrivalled in Dubai, with inspiring opportunities for students to experience transformative learning opportunities. These include Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains; a world-class STEAM centre and curriculum, which offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9; Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR experiences alongside our cutting edge use of Artificial Intelligence for staff and students; outstanding performing arts opportunities with full black box and auditorium facilities alongside peripatetic music spaces and media suites; and a fantastic sports programme augmented with professional coaches, which led Sunmarke to be overall champions at the BSME Games.?
 
Sunmarke School has been judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a?‘Very Good’?school since our third?year of operation and is consistently judged ‘Outstanding’ by British?Schools Overseas (BSO). We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey beyond?“outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flagship schools, located at?a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.? About you: We?seek?to appoint an experienced?Business Studies?& Economics?Teacher?to join our team in?early /?mid-February?2026 start.?
 
We are looking for certain qualities: Skilled in the best global educational practices? Committed to developing and inspiring every student, to believe that they can and will succeed? Tech-savvy, fluent in using APPs and technology to extend and enrich each student’s learning experience? Outstanding role models who embody our core values?
 
Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom.?? Excellent communicators who can ignite a passion for learning in our students.? Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and wider campus life? Strong academic background, work ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills?
 
Dynamic, enthusiastic, and well-qualified, holding at minimum a B.Ed. or a B.A. with a PGCE in Business and/or Economics, along with QTS, and experience teaching across Key Stages 4 and 5. This role includes teaching Business Studies & Economics across a range of specifications which could include BTEC, IGCSE, A Level and IB.
 
Our Offer: Excellent tax-free salary Furnished Accommodation Relocation Allowance (applicable to overseas appointments only) Medical Insurance for self Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations Tuition Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s) State-of-the-art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom. Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues Excellent professional development Working in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought-after work and travel destinations Application Process: If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organization that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans. Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings?
 
Interviews will?take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.? The closing date for applications is the 5th of January 2026. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore, we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date will be early/mid Feb 2026 start.
 
Safer Recruitment Statement Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Sunmarke School, 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 and volunteers to share this commitment.
 
Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

Business Studies & Economics Teacher – early/mid Feb 2026 start

Fortes Education?has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region. Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning,?celebrating character strengths and accomplishments.
 
We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives.?We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.? About Sunmarke School –?Where Amazing Happens Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our suite of signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school, transforming young lives.?This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the coveted ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the international Which School Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
 
Sunmarke is an all–through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students, including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE,?‘A’?Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programmes.??Our students regularly win examination boards’ ‘best in world’, ‘best in Middle East’ and ‘best in country’ awards every year, across a diverse range of subjects. The latest incredible IB results show that Sunmarke School is in the top 3 schools in Dubai and 69th in world rankings. Our suite of Signature Programmes is unrivalled in Dubai, with inspiring opportunities for students to experience transformative learning opportunities. These include Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains; a world-class STEAM centre and curriculum, which offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9; Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR experiences alongside our cutting edge use of Artificial Intelligence for staff and students; outstanding performing arts opportunities with full black box and auditorium facilities alongside peripatetic music spaces and media suites; and a fantastic sports programme augmented with professional coaches, which led Sunmarke to be overall champions at the BSME Games.?
 
Sunmarke School has been judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a?‘Very Good’?school since our third?year of operation and is consistently judged ‘Outstanding’ by British?Schools Overseas (BSO). We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey beyond?“outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flagship schools, located at?a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.? About you: Due to our continued growth, we seek to appoint an outstanding A - Level Physics Teacher for an August 2026 start.?
 
We are looking for certain qualities: Skilled in the best global educational practices? Committed to developing and inspiring every student, to believe that they can and will succeed? Tech-savvy, fluent in using APPs and technology to extend and enrich each student’s learning experience? Outstanding role models who embody our core values?
 
Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom.?? Excellent communicators who can ignite a passion for learning in our students.? Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and wider campus life? Strong academic background, work ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills?
 
Dynamic, enthusiastic, and well-qualified, holding at minimum a B.Ed. or a B.A. with a PGCE in Physics along with QTS, with experience teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. The role includes teaching A Level Physics.
 
Aspiring or current Middle Leaders are encouraged to apply for middle leadership roles. When applying please indicate your: Specialism in a Subject Area. Past MLT experience Our Offer: Excellent tax-free salary Furnished Accommodation Relocation Allowance (applicable to overseas appointments only) Medical Insurance for self Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations Tuition Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s) State-of-the-art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom. Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues Excellent professional development Working in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought-after work and travel destinations Application Process: If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application.
 
In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans. Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings? Interviews will?take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.? The closing date for applications is the 10th of January 2026.
 
Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore, we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date will be August 2026. Safer Recruitment Statement Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
 
Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Sunmarke School, 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 and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

A - Level Physics Teacher – August 2026 start

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