Deputy Head of Secondary School Job in the UAE 2026
By: GEMS EducationLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- 24 - 45
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job Type
- Full time
Job FieldsAdministration Jobs
Opportunity FieldEducational Sciences
Job locationUnited Arab Emirates
Deadline2026-06-28
Opportunity description
The Deputy Head of Secondary position at GEMS Education is a leadership role aimed at supporting school management in improving the quality of education within the secondary stage.
The role involves leading teaching teams, overseeing curriculum implementation, ensuring educational quality, and analyzing student data to improve academic performance. The postholder also contributes to the development of the school’s strategic plans, supervises internal and external assessments, and works continuously to enhance teaching and learning standards.
Benefits
- High-level leadership position in an international educational organization
- Opportunity to work in world-class schools in the UAE
- Continuous professional and leadership development
- Multicultural educational environment
- Competitive salary and benefits (depending on experience)
Duties & responsibilities
- Leading the secondary school team and supervising Heads of Departments
- Ensuring teaching quality and maintaining consistent academic standards
- Analyzing student data and improving academic achievement
- Leading internal and external assessment processes
- Developing teachers through training and coaching
- Communicating with parents and enhancing their engagement
- Implementing the school’s vision and strategic plans
Eligibility criteria
- Strong experience in secondary school teaching
- Experience in educational leadership or team management
- Knowledge of international curricula (British / IB)
- Experience in data analysis and assessment
- Strong management and communication skills
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