Head of Primary - August 2025

Job description / Role

Job Description

Gems Founders School Al Mizhar are seeking an experienced Head of Primary for September 2025. 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. The successful candidate will play a key role on the Senior Leadership Team, supporting the Principal/CEO in strategically, operationally, and financially leading the school.

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school values, you will have the opportunity to embed The GFM Way in everything you do at GFM.

As Head of Primary, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the direction and success of the school. Your main responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities include but aren't limited to:

• Lead the development, implementation, and review of an outstanding primary curriculum.
• Foster a culture where all data is viewed as wellbeing data and is utilized effectively to optimize progress and personalize learning.
• Role model and promote exceptionally high academic standards while committing to UAE National Agenda targets.
• Ensure high standards of learning and teaching through effective monitoring, evaluation, and review systems, alongside professional development opportunities.
• Maintain high-quality safeguarding, care, and support for all students.
• Manage budgets and undertake teaching and other professional duties as delegated by the Principal/CEO.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents using excellent interpersonal skills.
• Actively contribute to the school community and culture through engagement in extracurricular programmes and community events.

Skills

Qualifications:

To be considered for this role, candidates must:

• Be an effective and dynamic leader (either a Head or exceptional Deputy) with a proven track record in school improvement.
• Promote excellence and a commitment to high standards of care and opportunities for all students.
• Demonstrate successful experience in leading and managing staff while promoting and developing effective approaches to learning.
• Have a comprehensive and confident knowledge of the curriculum at EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Show a genuine passion for the wider co-curricular life of the school.

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.