Assistant Headteacher - Primary - August 2026

Due to the continued success of GEMS Founders School, Dubai, we are looking to recruit an outstanding Assistant Headteacher to join our Primary team in August 2026.

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.

GEMS Founders School, Dubai is an accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO) and has achieved Outstanding judgements across all standards. Our accreditation allows us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is a uniquely dynamic environment, and anyone who joins our team has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will be part of a culture that encourages all members of our community to Grow, Flourish, and Succeed in everything we do.

At GEMS, teaching is not just a job; it is a career. Our teachers benefit from free access to world-class professional development programmes and are supported to grow across the global GEMS network. Graduate teachers will benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in our NQT programme, while experienced educators can take advantage of leadership pathways and international progression opportunities. With most of our school leaders promoted from within, GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and professional development across our schools worldwide.

Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers here enjoy an inspiring balance of work and leisure, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure across the Middle East and beyond.

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.

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.

What We Offer

All positions come with a highly competitive package including:

• A tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schooling for children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfares to your home country
• End of service gratuity

GEMS teachers also enjoy complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets—helping your salary go further and enhancing your lifestyle in the UAE.

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.