Head of Mathematics - Primary Leadership

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 256,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality CPD programmes

Access to structured development opportunities

GEMS Rewards for savings on services

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Head of Mathematics to lead outstanding teaching practice in Dubai, UAE. This role demands a Mathematics specialist who will strengthen curriculum delivery and support student progress within a British curriculum school environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in primary education and strong leadership capabilities. This full-time position also offers access to career development opportunities within a growing school network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching in primary classes.
• Strong Mathematics subject knowledge with the ability to lead effective primary teaching practice.
• Proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching.
• Ability to coach colleagues and share high‑quality classroom strategies.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, leadership, and wider school life.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with colleagues, students, parents, and school leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mathematics teaching and learning across primary classes, ensuring strong curriculum delivery and student progress.
• Monitor student achievement using assessment data and classroom evidence.
• Work with school leadership and teaching teams to improve Mathematics standards.
• Promote a positive learning culture where students enjoy Mathematics and develop strong foundational skills.

Skills

Primary Mathematics leadership

British curriculum delivery

Numeracy development

Lesson planning and assessment

Student progress monitoring

Curriculum improvement

Teacher coaching

Differentiated instruction

Classroom teaching excellence

Problem-solving instruction

Parent communication

Extra‑curricular support

Safeguarding awareness

Education

BEd or Bachelor's degree majoring in Mathematics

PGCE with QTS in Mathematics

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Head of Mathematics
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Education Management
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Proven experience teaching in primary classes with Mathematics leadership capability
Job Type: Full‑time

Employment Details

Salary: AED 15,000-23,000 per month.
Gender: Any.
Candidate Nationality: Any.
Job Type: Full‑time.

Position Overview

Head of Mathematics in Dubai, UAE within the Education Management sector is a strong academic leadership opportunity for an experienced primary educator to join GEMS Founders School – Dubai South. This role is suited to a Mathematics specialist who can lead outstanding teaching practice, strengthen curriculum delivery, support student progress, and contribute to a growing British curriculum school with a strong focus on professional development and school community success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Mathematics teaching and learning across primary classes, ensuring strong curriculum delivery and student progress.
• Model outstanding classroom practice through creative, engaging, and well‑structured Mathematics lessons.
• Support teachers in planning, assessment, differentiation, and effective Mathematics instruction.
• Share exemplary teaching strategies that improve confidence, reasoning, problem‑solving, and numeracy outcomes.
• Monitor student achievement using assessment data, classroom evidence, and targeted intervention planning.
• Work with school leadership and teaching teams to improve Mathematics standards across the primary phase.
• Promote a positive learning culture where students enjoy Mathematics and develop strong foundational skills.
• Support curriculum development, resource planning, and consistent academic expectations across year groups.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, students, and parents to support learning and wellbeing.
• Contribute to extra‑curricular activities, community events, and wider school initiatives.
• Role model the school values of Grow, Flourish, and Discover through daily leadership and professional conduct.
• Follow GEMS policies, safeguarding procedures, school standards, and codes of conduct at all times.

Ideal Profile

• BEd, Bachelor's degree majoring in Mathematics, equivalent qualification, or PGCE with QTS in Mathematics.
• Proven experience teaching in primary classes.
• Strong Mathematics subject knowledge with the ability to lead effective primary teaching practice.
• Proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching.
• Ability to coach colleagues and share high‑quality classroom strategies.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, leadership, and wider school life.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with colleagues, students, parents, and school leaders.
• Ambition to grow within a world‑class school and wider international education network.
• Willingness to contribute positively to school culture, extra‑curricular programmes, and community‑based events.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, inclusion, and professional excellence.

Skills Set

• Primary Mathematics leadership
• British curriculum delivery
• Numeracy development
• Lesson planning and assessment
• Student progress monitoring
• Curriculum improvement
• Teacher coaching
• Differentiated instruction
• Classroom teaching excellence
• Problem‑solving instruction
• Parent communication
• Extra‑curricular support
• Safeguarding awareness

Why Join Us

• Join a growing British curriculum school in Dubai South with strong professional standards and a clear vision for success.
• Lead Mathematics learning in a school community that encourages staff and students to grow, flourish, and succeed.
• Access high‑quality CPD programmes and career development pathways across the GEMS school network.
• Work in a BSO accredited environment that supports teacher growth through structured development opportunities.
• Benefit from GEMS Rewards, offering savings on travel, hotels, restaurants, retail, and everyday services in the UAE.
• Build a long‑term leadership career with one of the region's most recognised education groups.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a leading education group in Dubai with a broad network of schools across the UAE and internationally. Through schools such as GEMS Founders School – Dubai South, GEMS supports high‑quality British curriculum learning, safeguarding, student wellbeing, teacher development, and career progression for educators in dynamic school communities.