Upper Elem. Assistant Principal (G2-G5) - 01 August 2025

Job description / Role

Key Administrative Accountabilities:

Description

• To assist the Elementary School Principal in shaping a vision and direction for the school, setting out very high expectations and with a clear focus on pupil achievement, standards, and quality of teaching.
• To play a significant role in setting aims and objectives for the school and in formulating the School Improvement Plan along with the Elementary Principal, HOS/CEO, and other senior staff.
• To inspire, motivate, and influence staff/pupils, taking a leading role in maintaining the highest standards of learning, teaching, and behavior management.
• Support the philosophy and mission of GAAQ and GEMS.
• Ensure that GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Organize and implement CPD opportunities for staff.
• Preliminarily approve staff for optional GEMS PD (final approval will be the HOS/CEO) and monitor completion of required PD for all staff KG1-Grade 12.
• Submit annual SPDL report to corporate office.
• Effectively use data to identify and support student academic or behavioral needs.
• Monitor school climate to promote and support positive staff and student morale.
• Assist with organizing the yearly curriculum/supply and school resources order.
• Regularly analyze and share data to support grade levels in adjusting instruction.
• Ensure school discipline policies are followed for Grades 2-5.
• Attend team meetings with Grade 2-Grade 5 as needed and attend GTL (Learning Lead) meetings.
• To provide an excellent role model for all members of staff and the student body in all aspects of school life.
• Work with the admissions department to review student applications and participate in admissions activities.
• Collaborate with other members of SLT regarding scheduling, parent communication, report cards/grades, etc.
• Assist with planning and executing external assessments such as MAP, TIMS, etc.
• Work with the various school committees.
• Assist with organizing and facilitating external accreditation visits and reviews.
• Meet with parents as needed to discuss academic and behavioral issues.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend project/staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers.

Key Competencies:

Description

• Curriculum and assessment expertise.
• Revise and monitor instruction pacing related to curriculum map.
• Develop a program evaluation and professional development system for staff.
• Analyze teacher evaluations to identify support and coaching cycles as needed.
• Be an active part of conducting teacher evaluations.
• Monitor and revise staff duty schedules to ensure student safety.
• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others, including the ability to communicate effectively with broad and diverse audiences.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, intense work environment.
• Ability/willingness to work a daily schedule that demands an extended workday.

Communications & Working Relationships:

Internal:

• Administration, Registrar, Teachers of the section.

External:

• GEMS Corporate, parents, etc.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

Expected Qualifications:

• A college degree from a reputed university is desirable (BA or BSc); Master's degree in Educational Leadership, School Administration, or related field strongly preferred.

Expected Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years in a reputable school.
• Relationship management experience - able to build and influence professional relationships with peer group as well as the parental community.
• Effective communicator (written and spoken).
• Interpersonal skills, able to operate in a diverse environment.

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Solid time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and cope with peaks of demand.
• Strong ICT skills; advanced user of Microsoft Office and able to utilize technology well to present facts to the management.
• Able to manage a diverse team's performance and relationships.
• Analytical thinking.
• Proactive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized.
• Good interpersonal skills.

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.

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.