Head of Sport & Physical Education — Dubai

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 246,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and housing support

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards

Job summary

GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai leads a broad Physical Education and sport program across the 3–18 journey, emphasizing health, fitness and participation.

The Director of Sport will shape the curriculum, build a high-performing PE team, and partner with clubs and external bodies to create innovative, inclusive opportunities for students from early years through Sixth Form.

Qualifications

• B.Ed or bachelor’s degree with PGCE, PGDE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification in a relevant subject area.
• Master’s degree or recognised leadership qualification is highly desirable.
• Minimum four years of successful subject leadership or relevant senior leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading Physical Education and Sport curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the strategic direction for Physical Education, Sport, Health and Fitness across the school.
• Lead curriculum development from Pre-Prep through Sixth Form, ensuring clear progression in physical literacy, technical skill, health knowledge and performance.
• Oversee the quality of teaching and learning across PE and Sport through effective monitoring, coaching and professional development.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of PE teachers, coaches and specialist staff.
• Establish clear departmental expectations, performance standards and improvement priorities.
• Use student performance, participation and achievement data to evaluate the impact of sporting provision.
• Coordinate internal and external fixtures, tournaments, sports days, competitions and major school sporting events.

Skills

Sports leadership

Physical Education

PE curriculum leadership

Staff leadership

Quality assurance

Education

B.Ed or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE/PGDE

Master’s degree in leadership (desirable)

Job description

GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai leads a broad Physical Education and sport program across the 3–18 journey, emphasizing health, fitness and participation.

The Director of Sport will shape the curriculum, build a high-performing PE team, and partner with clubs and external bodies to create innovative, inclusive opportunities for students from early years through Sixth Form.