Deputy Head of Primary - January 2026

THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL - JEBEL ALI; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in the UAE seeks an experienced Primary School Teacher to enhance student development and well-being. The role demands a certified teaching qualification and at least 5 years of experience in a British curriculum. Responsibilities include supporting the Head of Primary and leading staff development. Suitable candidates should be enthusiastic with excellent communication skills and a creative approach to teaching.

Qualifications

• Certified teaching qualification required.
• 5 years of experience in teaching in a British curriculum school.
• Experience leading and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Promote safeguarding, child protection, student development.
• Assist and support the Head of Primary.
• Play a role in formulating the School Improvement Plan.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the school.

Skills

Teaching qualification (B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent)

5+ years of experience in primary education

Experience in a similar role

Leadership qualities and a coaching approach

Desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning

Excellent IT skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Education

Teaching qualification at degree level

Job description

Key Responsibilities include but aren’t limited to :

• promote and ensure high levels of safeguarding, child protection, student development and well‑being
• assist, support, represent and deputise for the Head of Primary
• embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values
• play a major role in formulating and reviewing the School Improvement Plan, Strategic Direction and Self Evaluation
• maintain and develop the ethos, values and overall mission and vision of the school
• promote a positive image of the school
• lead and develop staff through effective coaching, mentoring and performance management.
• ensure that the school plays a constructive role in the life of the community
• monitor and evaluate the performance of the school, students and staff.
• implement policies for all stakeholders
• take a lead in the efficient organisation, management and supervision of school routines
• to be accountable to the Head of Primary and ultimately the Principal/CEO
• to fully understand the requirements and expectations within the National Curriculum for England, Ministry of Education, Dubai Schools Inspection Framework and British School Overseas Framework

Skills

• Have a certified teaching qualification, at degree level such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of solid and demonstrable experience in teaching a Primary School in a British curriculum school
• Experience in a similar role
• The personal leadership qualities to developing trusting relationships, a coaching approach to development and be able to inspire others.
• The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
• Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
• Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents
• A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom