We are seeking to hire a Head of Secondary join our team in August, 2026
Responsibilities :
Embracing and encouraging the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS and school Core Values.
Overseeing all aspects of provision in the Secondary School as the school develops.
Ensuring high-quality care and support for students in the Secondary School.
Ensuring high academic standards in the Secondary School in relation to the school's own desire for all students to be the best they can be as well as a commitment to the UAE National Agenda targets.
Managing budgets and undertaking teaching and other professional duties as reasonably delegated by the Principal.
To be considered for this role, candidates must be:
Extensive experience in leading and overseeing the GCSE and A Levels process.
An effective and dynamic leader with a proven track record in sustained school improvement that can be demonstrated through concrete data.
Rigorous in promoting excellence and developing commitment to high standards of care and opportunities for all.
Able to demonstrate success of leading and managing staff including promoting and developing innovative approaches to learning.
Experienced in developing teachers skills and competencies through a sustained school improvement model.
Able to demonstrate a comprehensive and confident knowledge of best practice pedagogy for secondary school
Able to demonstrate a desire to be innovative and creative in the provision offered for all learners to ensure everyone can succeed.
Knowledgeable in the use of data to develop clear strategies to work towards outstanding progress and attainment across the Secondary School
Able to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion.
Able to demonstrate genuine passion towards the wider co-curricular life of a school.
Skills
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in education or another relevant field with a teaching qualification
Previous experience in a senior leadership role
NPQH or other relevant senior leadership qualifications (desirable)
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
