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Assistant Headteacher Primary

GEMS Education

Dubai, UAE

Posted on: 19 Jan 2026

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JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Nationality: Any Nationality
Salary: Not Specified
Gender: Not Specified
Arabic Fluency: Not Specified
Job Function: Education & Teaching
Company Industry: Education

Job description

Due to the continued success of our GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar, we are looking to recruit an assistant headteacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class international school located in the heart of Dubai.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class international school located in the heart of Dubai.

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to grow, flourish and embrace an ethos of mindfulness in everything you do at GFM.

GEMS Founders School offers leaders the opportunity to shape high-impact practice within a fast-growing, values-driven British curriculum environment. You will work closely with experienced school leaders, influence whole-school improvement from the outset, and benefit from the scale, support, and professional growth pathways of the global GEMS Education network.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and model excellent classroom practice in line with GEMS Teaching & Learning Policy, Teach Like a GEMS Educator (TLAG) and Read Like a GEMS Educator (RLAG).
  • Support the principal and SLT in school improvement, staff development, and safeguarding.
  • Coach and mentor teachers to ensure consistently high standards of teaching, assessment, and inclusion.
  • Use data and assessment to improve student outcomes and support KHDA inspection readiness.
  • Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and a strong school culture aligned with GEMS values.

    • Skills

    Key skills and experience

  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience within a school setting, ideally at Key Stage level or in a comparable middle or senior leadership role.
  • Secure understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and student progress tracking, with the ability to use data effectively to drive improvement.
  • Proven ability to promote high standards of behaviour, inclusion, and student wellbeing in line with GEMS Founders values.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build productive relationships with staff, students, parents, and external stakeholders.
  • A collaborative leadership style with the ability to motivate, support, and inspire teams to achieve shared goals and sustained school improvement.

    • Remuneration and benefits

    All positions attract an excellent remuneration package, including:

  • Competitive tax-free salary
  • Individual, fully furnished accommodation
  • Free schooling for eligible dependants
  • Private medical insurance
  • Annual return airfares to country of residence
  • End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law

    • In addition, GEMS teachers and leaders benefit from complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards loyalty programme, offering substantial savings on everyday living in the UAE. With thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 offers across flights, hotels, dining, retail, and leisure, GEMS Rewards helps maximise earning potential and enhances the overall overseas experience.

    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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    ABOUT THE COMPANY

    GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.

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