Head of Humanities (Dubai)

Cover People/Worldwide Teaching; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Annual flight allowance

Medical insurance

Free child places

Job summary

Cover People/Worldwide Teaching seeks an experienced Head of Humanities for a British-curriculum school in Dubai, starting January 2027. The role leads the Humanities department, drives high-quality delivery, and supports teaching and learning across the team.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised teaching qualification, a relevant degree, extensive Humanities experience, and prior experience with the British curriculum, to promote strong academic outcomes and active involvement in the

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification.
• Relevant degree.
• Extensive experience teaching Humanities.
• Previous British curriculum teaching experience.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Humanities department
• Deliver high-quality Humanities teaching
• Support and develop teaching and learning across the department
• Monitor student progress and promote strong academic outcomes
• Contribute to the wider school community

Skills

Leadership

Strong subject knowledge

British curriculum experience

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Relevant degree

Job description

Job Title:

Head of Humanities

Location:

Dubai

Start Date:

January 2027

School Description:

A British school in Dubai is seeking an experienced Head of Humanities to join its team from January 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator to take on a leadership role within a British curriculum environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Humanities department

• Deliver high-quality Humanities teaching

• Support and develop teaching and learning across the department

• Monitor student progress and promote strong academic outcomes

• Contribute to the wider school community

Requirements:

• Recognised teaching qualification

• Relevant degree

• Extensive experience teaching Humanities

• Strong subject knowledge

• Previous British curriculum teaching experience

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: 12,000–15,000 AED per month (tax-free)

• Accommodation: Provided

• Benefits: Annual flight allowance, medical insurance and free child places

• Curriculum: British