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Head of Physical Education (Secondary)
The Cambridge High School Abu Dhabi, a GEMS Education School
The Cambridge High School Abu Dhabi is seeking an outstanding, dynamic, and experienced Head of Physical Education (Secondary) to lead and develop our PE department. We are looking for a passionate educational leader who is committed to promoting excellence in teaching, learning, student achievement, health, wellbeing, and participation in sport.
About the Role
The Head of Physical Education (Secondary) is responsible for leading the effective day-to-day delivery of the PE curriculum across the secondary phase, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, assessment, and student outcomes. The post holder will work closely with the Director of Subject and Senior Leadership Team to drive departmental improvement, develop staff capability, and foster a culture of excellence both within curriculum PE and extracurricular sports programs.
This role requires a strong instructional leader who can inspire teachers, monitor student progress, and ensure the delivery of an engaging, inclusive, and high-quality PE curriculum aligned with school priorities, GEMS Education expectations, and ADEK requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Secondary PE Department to achieve outstanding educational outcomes.
- Ensure the effective implementation and delivery of the PE curriculum across Key Stages.
- Monitor, evaluate, and improve teaching and learning practices within the department.
- Support, coach, and mentor PE teachers to enhance professional practice and performance.
- Drive improvements in student attainment, progress, participation, and wellbeing.
- Analyse assessment data to inform interventions and curriculum planning.
- Organise and oversee extracurricular sports, competitions, fixtures, and school sporting events.
- Promote a positive culture of physical fitness, healthy lifestyles, and sportsmanship.
- Ensure compliance with all safeguarding, health and safety, risk assessment, and ADEK requirements.
- Contribute to whole-school development planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and external sporting organisations.
Skills Description
Qualifications & Documents required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education
- MOFA attested & with equivalency
- Teaching license
- Eligible certification requirements as per ADEK.
- IELTS/ English Medium of Instruction letter from Universoty
- with Swimming qualification (preferably Hamilton-traned)
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Minimum 1-2 years of successful leadership experience managing or leading a Physical Education department or subject area.
- Minimum 2 years Teaching experience
GEMS Safeguarding
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.
As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.
Job Details
Job Title
Head of Physical Education - Secondary
Job Country
United Arab Emirates
Job City
Abu Dhabi
Job Role
Teacher
Employment Status
Full time
Employment Type
Full Time Employee
Trained Type
Any
Preferred Candidate
Career Level
Mid Career - Over 2 years experience
Residence Location
United Arab Emirates
THE CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL - ABU DHABI
Founded in 1988, the Cambridge High School – Abu Dhabi, is an established and high achieving international school that offers an exceptional standard of education based on the British National Curriculum. Located in Abu Dhabi in the UAE, the Cambridge School offers a safe, nurturing and rewarding environment for young learners aged 4-18, from FS2 all the way up to year 13. With a high standard of educational, recreational and specialist facilities, the Cambridge High School offers unrivalled teaching, learning and extra-curricular opportunities to children from all around the world.