Assistant Head of Mathematics (August 2026)

Teaching Abroad Direct; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in the United Arab Emirates is hiring an Assistant Head of Mathematics. The successful candidate will manage curriculum delivery and promote outstanding teaching practices while supporting student progress. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related field, along with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The role offers a tax-free salary, housing allowance, and benefits including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Tax-free salary including housing allowance

Annual travel allowance

Medical insurance

UAE residency visa

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching GCSE / IGCSE / A-Level courses.
• Willingness to be involved in extra-curricular activities.
• Reflective practitioner with growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Mathematics in delivering a high-quality curriculum.
• Drive outstanding teaching and effective tracking of student progress.

Skills

Understanding of teaching and learning

Proficiency in technology

Motivating and supporting students

Communication skills

Creativity and innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related subject

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Google suite

Job description

RAK Academy

RAK Academy is a family of highly regarded international schools that provide both British and International Baccalaureate curriculum pathways. Our vision is to develop ‘Learning Excellence with a Community Heart’.

By ensuring excellent leadership at all levels throughout our schools we aim to provide our students with a world class education, which is also based on an ethos of sustainability.

RAK Academy Khuzam

Located in the centre of Ras Al Khaimah city, RAK Academy – Khuzam is a large all-through school offering both primary and secondary education from Pre‑K to Grade 12. The primary phase delivers an adapted UK National Curriculum alongside the IB Primary Years Programme (IBPYP), while the secondary phase offers a dual‑pathway model with the UK curriculum and the International Baccalaureate in the Sixth Form. We are accredited by the British Schools Overseas (BSO), benchmarked against leading international British schools and are able to fully deliver the ECT induction to teachers.

The Role

The RAK Academy Khuzam school is looking for a positive, driven and inspirational Assistant Head of Mathematics to join the mathematics department. The Assistant Head of Mathematics will (through supporting the Head of Mathematics) ensure a high‑quality curriculum provision, drive outstanding teaching and learning, and the effective tracking of student progress across the department.

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have an excellent understanding of teaching and learning
• Be highly proficient in the use of technology to support teaching and learning
• Engage, motivate and support students
• Be a reflective practitioner with the ability to think creatively and innovate
• Be a positive and enthusiastic member of staff and have a growth mindset
• Be willing to be fully involved in extra‑curricular activities
• Have excellent communications skills
• Experience of teaching GCSE / IGCSE / A‑Level courses (Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply)

Desirable

• Trained in UK Curriculum or international Baccalaureate.
• Experience of using Google suite, e.g., Google classroom
• Have a proven record of increasing student outcomes

The school offers

• A tax‑free salary inclusive of housing allowance.
• Single status candidates and teaching couples are encouraged to apply.
• Benefits including annual travel allowance, medical insurance, UAE residency visa.
• Access to our professional development opportunities both internally and externally.

RAK Academy Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must have undergone a child protection screening to receive an offer of employment. You will be required to provide a Police Verification Check from your home country along with attestation of your qualifications and personal documents e.g. Degree, Marriage Certificate etc. The list of checks will be provided to candidates shortlisted for an interview.