Head of Teaching, Learning and Assessments

GEMS Education

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

3-5 Years

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4.1 Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA)

Ensure that the quality of TLA continues to move towards Outstanding across the school
Ensure that high quality assessment leads to improvements in teaching and learning which in turn leads to improved student outcomes

4.2 Quality Assurance

Ensure effective self-evaluation and Quality Assurance (QA) systems across the school
Oversee the writing of all parts of the Self Evaluation Form (SEF) related to TLA
Write improvement plans, based on self and external evaluation, relating to the quality of TLA
Report to the Senior Team and Local Advisory Board (LAB) on the quality of TLA and implementation of improvement plans

4.3 Staff Development

Ensure that areas of development identified through QA systems are addressed through appropriate staff training
Lead the induction programme for new teachers

4.4 Student Outcomes

Ensure that high quality TLA leads to improved student outcomes (academic achievement and development of key skills and attributes)
Lead the examinations and data teams to develop efficient and effective systems that lead to improved academic outcomes
Report to the Senior Team and LAB on the progress of students at all Key Stages and take appropriate action for improvement where necessary
Provide appropriate advice and guidance to students around the time of their board examinations
Ensure examinations and other assessments run smoothly for all students

4.5 Policies and Procedures

Skills

Qualifications:

Bachelor and Master's in any core subject.

Qualifies Teacher status

Experience:

Experience as subject HOD or experienced in leading teaching, learning and assessments in a multicultural school.

Skills:

A thorough understanding and ability to demonstrate knowledge of National Curriculum for England.
Well-developed leadership and organisational skills
Proven ability to use initiative, to think strategically and to adopt an active approach to problem solving.
Ability to respond and implement new policies and procedures.
An effective communicator with strong leadership skills.
An innovative thinker with the ability to think laterally and find decisive solutions to problems
Energetic, enthusiastic and resilient, with the ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.

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.

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Job Details

Job Location Dubai, UAE

Company Industry Education

Company Type Employer (Private Sector)

Job Role Teacher

Joining Date 2026-03-02

Employment Status Full time

Employment Type Full Time Employee

Manages Others Yes

Preferred Candidate

Career Level Mid Career - Over 2 years experience

Years of Experience Min: 3 Max: 5

Residence Location United Arab Emirates

Degree Masters

THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOL - DUBAI

Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates http://www.gemsws-ghusais.com

The Westminster School is one of the largest international schools in the GCC region offering British curriculum to over 61 different nationalities. Our curriculum is founded on the four core values of Leadership Qualities, Universal Values, Forward Thinking and World Citizenship, which brings a breadth of vision to the educational program and extracurricular activities offered at The Westminster School, where students effectively learn to take their decisions independently, solve problems creatively, and interact positively with others, irrespective of the society they are placed in.

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GEMS Education is one of the oldest and largest Kindergarten to Grade 12 / Year 13 private education providers in the world.

Through our growing network of schools, as well as our charitable contributions corporate social responsibility initiatives, we are fulfilling the vision of GEMS Founder, Sunny Varkey, of putting a quality education within the reach of every learner.

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