Job Title: Sports Coach (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Workplace: Primary
Site: DESS Oud Metha
Job Start Date: August 2026

About Us

Collectively the DESS family of schools is known as Dubai English Speaking Schools, consisting of two primary schools - DESS Primary Oud Metha and DESS Primary Academic City and one secondary school - DESS College also based in Academic City, Dubai.

DESS Primary Oud Metha (age 3-11) has been a cornerstone of the community since 1963, and DESS College (age 11-18) has built on this legacy since its founding in 2005. Both have been consistently rated as Outstanding by the KHDA and BSO, a testament to our commitment to educational excellence. DESS Primary Academic City (age 3-11), opened in September 2025, and extends this heritage by offering the same high DESS standards.

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About the Role

For a comprehensive understanding of the role and its requirements, we encourage you to review our detailed job description.

About You

• Showcase your talents and drive, with a proven track record of inspiring children.
• Embrace the opportunity to contribute positively to our school's vision, including enriching extracurricular activities.
• Share your expertise, knowledge, and skills with our vibrant school community whilst nurturing your own professional growth.
• Champion inclusive education, ready to meet the diverse needs of every child.
• Excel in interpersonal skills and thrive on building effective partnerships with all stakeholders.

What We Offer

• An exciting and fulfilling role in a happy and caring close-knit community.
• Competitive tax-free salary.
• In-house training.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.

Application Process

• To apply for this position, please visit our Careers Page
• Only fully completed application forms will be accepted.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Only UAE-based candidates will be considered.

Safer Recruitment Statement

DESS is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications, birth certificate and passport; obtaining satisfactory references (including current / most recent employer and at least one from a previous employer); providing a Police Certificate(s) from the UAE (if applicable) and from all countries that the applicant has resided in for the last five years and one from their home country if they have resided there in the last ten years; Prohibition Checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during the interview and may be explored further.

DESS welcomes applications from UAE Nationals who have the relevant qualifications and experience.