Head of Upper Primary Section - Leadership

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Free children's tuition fees in group-affiliated schools

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

LEAMS Education is looking for a Head of Upper Primary Section in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This senior role focuses on leading the Upper Primary section of a British curriculum school, aiming to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in school leadership and a strong understanding of education standards. The position includes a competitive salary, medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Primary or Upper Primary leadership within a British curriculum school.
• Strong understanding of KHDA inspection frameworks, school self-evaluation, and UAE education expectations.
• Experience in developing and sustaining high-performance academic teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Upper Primary section with a clear vision for academic excellence.
• Contribute to the strategic leadership of the school as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Supervise instructional programs by observing classroom practice and providing feedback.

Skills

Upper Primary leadership

British Curriculum

School leadership

Primary education

KHDA inspection framework

Strategic planning

Curriculum development

Teaching and learning

Assessment practices

Child protection

Education

Relevant educational qualifications suitable for a senior school leadership role

Job description

Head of Upper Primary Section - Leadership

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Education Management

Function: Teaching / Education

Experience: Experienced school leadership candidate

Job Type: Full-time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Salary: 18000-26000 monthly (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Position Overview: Head of Upper Primary Section - Leadership in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Education Management role focused on leading the Upper Primary section of a British curriculum school. The position requires an experienced academic leader who can strengthen teaching quality, improve student learning outcomes, support curriculum development, guide teachers, and contribute to whole-school improvement through effective leadership, strategic planning, and high standards of academic accountability.

Role Context

The Head of Upper Primary Section - Leadership will provide professional and highly effective leadership across the Primary wing, with a strong focus on attainment, progress, engagement, inclusion, curriculum enrichment, and teaching excellence. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, the role contributes to school improvement planning, KHDA readiness, instructional supervision, teacher development, parent engagement, and the creation of a positive learning environment that supports academic excellence and holistic student growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Upper Primary section with a clear vision for academic excellence, student wellbeing, inclusion, and continuous school improvement.
• Contribute to the strategic leadership of the school as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Support the development and implementation of school improvement plans, self-evaluation processes, and teaching and learning priorities within the section.
• Foster a high-quality learning environment that promotes academic progress, holistic education, student engagement, and strong learning outcomes.
• Supervise instructional programs by reviewing lesson plans, observing classroom practice, and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
• Demonstrate and promote best practice pedagogy across the Upper Primary section.
• Work with teachers to ensure effective curriculum planning, differentiated instruction, assessment practice, and progress monitoring for students of all abilities.
• Liaise with curriculum and assessment teams to review curriculum development, triangulate data, and monitor progress and attainment across key performance indicators.
• Lead the use of assessment data to identify learning gaps, improve intervention strategies, and raise student achievement.
• Support teacher growth through learning and development training programs, live workshops, online workshops, coaching, and professional development initiatives.
• Oversee e-learning strategies and encourage staff engagement with new digital learning initiatives.
• Promote a strong commitment to inclusion, child protection, student safety, and positive classroom practice.
• Imbibe and enhance UAE culture within the school in line with National Agenda Parameter expectations and local education regulations.
• Build and sustain high-performing teams through clear expectations, collaboration, accountability, and professional support.
• Maintain highly effective relationships with parents, teachers, students, school leadership, and the wider school community.
• Support KHDA inspection readiness by maintaining strong evidence of teaching quality, student progress, curriculum standards, safeguarding, and leadership impact.
• Ensure health and safety, child protection, and school policy expectations are followed across the Upper Primary section.
• Contribute to a culture of vibrant CPD, shared expertise, reflective practice, and continuous professional growth.

Ideal Profile

• Relevant educational qualifications suitable for a senior school leadership role.
• Proven experience in Primary or Upper Primary leadership within a British curriculum school.
• Strong understanding of KHDA inspection frameworks, school self-evaluation, and UAE education expectations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, curriculum development, assessment review, and teaching quality improvement.
• Confident knowledge of best practice pedagogy and the ability to guide teachers toward stronger classroom outcomes.
• Experience in developing and sustaining high-performance academic teams.
• Strong understanding of child protection, safeguarding, inclusion, and health and safety standards.
• Ability to analyze student progress data, attainment trends, intervention needs, and school performance indicators.
• Excellent relationship management skills, especially with parents and the school community.
• Strong English communication skills with the ability to lead meetings, present information, coach staff, and engage stakeholders professionally.
• Passion for career advancement, academic leadership, and long-term contribution within a progressive education group.
• Ability to join immediately will be an advantage.
• Candidates should be prepared to provide a detailed resume and two professional references.

Skills Set

• Upper Primary leadership
• British Curriculum
• School leadership
• Primary education
• KHDA inspection framework
• Strategic planning
• School improvement planning
• Curriculum development
• Teaching and learning
• Lesson observation
• Lesson plan evaluation
• Assessment practices
• Student progress tracking
• Data triangulation
• Academic attainment
• Inclusion
• Child protection
• Health and safety
• E-learning strategies
• Teacher coaching
• CPD delivery
• Online workshops
• Parent relationship management
• Team leadership
• UAE National Agenda awareness
• Senior Leadership Team contribution

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers a strong career path for an experienced Head of Upper Primary Section who wants to lead academic improvement within a respected Dubai education group. The role includes long-term employment potential, tax-free salary, medical insurance, free children's tuition fees in group-affiliated schools, ongoing professional development, vibrant CPD opportunities, and other benefits as per UAE labor law. It is a strong fit for an ambitious school leader who wants to empower teachers, inspire students, and contribute to outstanding outcomes in a British curriculum environment.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai with a strong focus on academic quality, professional development, and student-centered learning. The group supports employees through structured learning and development goals, collaborative CPD, shared best practices, and a culture that values long-term growth. Through its schools, LEAMS Education continues to build learning environments that encourage achievement, confidence, inclusion, and future-ready student development.