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Job Description
Due to the continued growth and success of Cambridge International School Dubai, we are seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Head of MOE for the upcoming academic year, commencing August 2026.
At Cambridge International School, Dubai, we are committed to delivering high-quality education within a nurturing, inclusive, and high-performing environment. As part of the GEMS Education network, we offer educators the opportunity to thrive in a well-established and forward-thinking institution with a strong reputation for excellence.
We believe in empowering our staff to succeed, collaborate, and innovate. In this leadership role, you will be an integral part of a collaborative senior team, driving the strategic direction of MOE subjects. You will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while leading continuous improvement in line with KHDA expectations and the UAE National Agenda.
At GEMS, teaching is more than a profession—it’s a career pathway. Our educators benefit from access to world-class Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programmes and opportunities for career progression across our global network. Many of our senior leaders have progressed internally, reflecting our strong commitment to talent development.
We offer an attractive and comprehensive remuneration package, including:
Competitive tax-free salary, Free schooling for dependents, Private medical insurance, Annual air tickets to home country, End of Service Gratuity
GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
Skills
Minimum Eligibility Requirements (KHDA-aligned):
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree (Arabic, Islamic Studies, Education, or a related field – Master’s degree preferred).
- Recognized teaching qualification (e.g. B.Ed. or equivalent).
- Minimum of 5 years teaching experience.
- Minimum of 2 years officially documented leadership experience in a similar role (e.g. Head of MOE / Academic Supervisor).
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.
Education
Relevant Bachelor’s degree (Arabic, Islamic Studies, Education, or a related field – Master’s degree
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - DUBAI
We are always looking for great teachers My name is Stephen Brecken the CEO/Principal of Cambridge International School. Before any school can become great you need to put in the necessary work to build a world-class culture. We pride ourselves in having a school where staff and students come to school and feel safe, have a sense of belonging, are treated with respect and have the right to learn and flourish. They are in a school where we build people that care, where we are united in purpose, were everyone matters, where everyone succeeds and no one is left behind. We are a learning organisation where everybody sees the common purpose in creating a vision together of a better school that is infinite in its thinking. We are a community of collaborative professionals who are committed to learning from each other in order to improve student outcomes. Where our collective professionalism creates deep dialogue or even heated debate about the best ways to support our students. Cambridge International School is one of the oldest schools trusted since 1983, years of stability and a strong track record of outstanding results, being one of the oldest schools in Dubai and the GEMS organisation. We produce the highest number of teacher leaders in the GEMS network that go on to leading their own departments or schools. If you want to be an outstanding practioner or have aspirations to be a leader, this is the place it will happen. However, I am not going to sugar coat it for you, we do not accept mediocracy. It involves hard work, passion, commitment and perseverance. If you want to be an outstanding teacher, if you want to be an outstanding leader in a safe environment where staff efficacy and staff voice is our guide and inspiration. This is the place for you. If this is what you are looking for then Cambridge is the school for you, so contact us and let us know you are there. See you soon.