Assistant Principal - Secondary School Leadership

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 245,520 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary with comprehensive benefits

Access to global leadership development programmes

Career progression within a global education network

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking an experienced Assistant Principal for Secondary School Leadership in Dubai. This full-time position focuses on academic excellence, curriculum development, and overall student achievement.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree with Qualified Teacher Status and leadership qualifications, with proven experience in school leadership roles. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in school leadership or middle/senior leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum frameworks and educational standards.
• Experience with KHDA/DSIB inspection frameworks preferred.
• Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and school performance.

Responsibilities

• Support school leadership in strategic planning and self-evaluation.
• Lead and manage teaching and learning across the secondary team.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and student progress tracking.
• Monitor student achievement, behaviour, and overall performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the school.

Skills

Educational leadership and school management

Curriculum development and academic planning

Data analysis and performance tracking

Staff management and professional development

Strategic planning and decision-making

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree with Qualified Teacher Status

Accredited leadership qualification or ongoing leadership training

Job description

Assistant Principal - Secondary School Leadership

Location: Dubai, UAE

Function: Education Management

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 22,000-35,000 AED (est)

Overview

The Assistant Principal - Secondary School Leadership role is a full-time position targeted at experienced education leaders in Dubai schools. This role focuses on driving academic excellence, curriculum development, and student achievement while supporting strategic school leadership and innovation.

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Dubai

Industry: Education

Function: Education Management

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Context

The Assistant Principal supports the secondary leadership team in managing teaching, learning, curriculum standards, and student outcomes. This role plays a key part in strategic planning, school improvement, and ensuring high‑quality educational delivery aligned with UAE and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support school leadership in strategic planning and self‑evaluation
• Lead and manage teaching and learning across the secondary team
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and student progress tracking
• Monitor student achievement, behaviour, and overall performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the school
• Lead target‑setting, reporting, and data analysis for student outcomes
• Ensure alignment with KHDA and DSIB inspection frameworks
• Manage and support Heads of Department and teaching staff
• Promote innovation, future skills education, and career readiness
• Strengthen parent partnerships and communication strategies
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing school culture

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree with Qualified Teacher Status
• Accredited leadership qualification or ongoing leadership training
• Proven experience in school leadership or middle/senior leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of curriculum frameworks and educational standards
• Experience with KHDA/DSIB inspection frameworks preferred
• Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and school performance
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Skills Set

• Educational leadership and school management
• Curriculum development and academic planning
• Data analysis and performance tracking
• Staff management and professional development
• Strategic planning and decision‑making
• Communication and stakeholder engagement

Why Join Us

• Leadership opportunity in a leading school in Dubai
• Competitive tax‑free salary with comprehensive benefits
• Access to global leadership development programmes
• Career progression within a global education network
• Innovative and collaborative school environment
• Opportunity to impact student success and school growth

About the Company

GEMS Education is a globally recognized education provider operating leading schools in Dubai and internationally, offering high‑quality curricula and strong leadership development opportunities for educators.