Head of Primary School, Dubai UAE - 2026 START-Priority

Edvectus; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 285,000 - 348,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical insurance

Annual airfares

End of service gratuity

Local bus transportation

Dependent children places

Job summary

Edvectus in Dubai is seeking a Head of Primary to lead teaching and learning across the Primary section of a growing international campus. You will shape curriculum, drive higher standards, and mentors staff to deliver exceptional student outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in teaching, leadership qualifications, and a valid teaching license, with experience in Dubai and a strong track record managing a Primary program within an American curriculum aligned framework.

Qualifications

• Degree in your teaching subject.
• Leadership qualifications required.
• Valid teaching license required.
• Criminal record check/ police clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning in the Primary section.
• Support staff and contribute to the school’s growth.

Education

Degree in teaching subject

Leadership qualifications

Valid teaching license

Job description

Job description

HEAD OF PRIMARY SCHOOL - DUBAI - 2026 START. An outstanding leadership opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Primary to join a well-established international school group at its modern Dubai campus. This respected school network was established by Presidential Decree in the UAE and operates multiple campuses across the Emirates, educating thousands of students and maintaining a strong reputation for delivering high-quality international education within a culturally rich environment. The Dubai campus is one of the newest in the group and offers a purpose-built learning environment with extensive specialist facilities and a growing international curriculum pathway. The school delivers a rigorous American curriculum aligned with Common Core standards, complemented by the UAE Ministry curriculum for Arabic, Islamic and UAE Social Studies. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Primary school leader to play a key role in developing teaching and learning within the Primary section, supporting staff, and shaping the next stage of the school’s growth while working in one of the world’s most exciting international cities.

Salary and Benefits: The School Offers:

• Monthly tax free salary AED 26400.Depending on experience.
• Housing Allowance PROVIDED
• Allowances for utility bills and excess baggage
• International medical insurance is provided
• Annual airfares
• End of service gratuity
• Local bus transportation
• Two free places for dependent children

This Private English medium international school group is looking for a Head of Primary.

Requirements:

• Degree in your teaching subject
• Leadership qualifications
• Valid teaching license
• Clean police clearance/ criminal record check
• At least five years post qualifying experience in a relevant leadership position including experience in Dubai
• You must be able and willing to work in a cultural 100% ESL learning environment
• American Curriculum experience (common core preferred) is required