Job Title: Marketing and Communications Assistant
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Workplace: DESS
Site: College
Job Start Date: As soon as possible

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.

For more information please visit our Website.

About the Role

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

About You

Essential:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent proofreading, editing and copywriting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the confidence to question, challenge and verify information when required.
• Ability to translate information into clear, engaging and audience-appropriate communications.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Microsoft Copilot.
• Strong digital literacy and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience creating content for websites, newsletters or social media.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools to support content creation, research, communication or business processes.
• Understanding of effective AI prompting and the ability to critically review and refine AI-generated content.
• Experience delivering engaging social media content including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, Flickr and TikTok, alongside associated management and analytics platforms.
• A proactive and positive approach to work.
• Interest in marketing, communications and emerging technologies.
• A flair for design.

Desirable:

• Experience using content management systems.
• Familiarity with CRM systems such as HubSpot.
• Basic design skills using Canva, Adobe Express or similar platforms.
• Experience within education, not-for-profit or service-focused organisations.
• Experience using Meta Business Suite and advertising platforms.

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Naturally curious, inquisitive and eager to explore new ideas and technologies.
• Confident in questioning and verifying information where necessary.
• Good problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Proactive and solution focused.
• Adaptable and open to new technologies and ways of working.
• Collaborative and relationship driven.
• Committed to producing high-quality work and continuous improvement.
• A can-do attitude.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and originality.
• Strong sense of accountability and professionalism.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations appropriately.

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.

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.