PE Director: Curriculum Leader & Sports Programs (Dubai)

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 178,560 - 256,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation package

Free schooling for eligible dependents

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Annual airfare to home country

End-of-service gratuity

Access to GEMS Rewards and lifestyle benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Head of Physical Education to lead curriculum delivery and extracurricular sports at GEMS FirstPoint School in Dubai. This role requires an experienced PE educator dedicated to enhancing student well-being through sports and academic performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, proven leadership experience, and a strong understanding of the British curriculum. Benefits include a competitive tax-free salary, accommodation, free schooling for dependents, and comprehensive medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a secondary school PE department.
• Strong knowledge of the British curriculum and examination pathways.
• Demonstrated record of improving student outcomes and sports participation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.
• Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Physical Education department.
• Deliver the British curriculum in Physical Education across key stages.
• Develop strategic plans to enhance sports participation.
• Organise competitions and extracurricular sports programmes.
• Monitor student progress and implement improvement strategies.
• Promote inclusive sport opportunities for all students.
• Engage regularly with parents regarding student progress.
• Lead staff development and collaborative curriculum planning.

Skills

Departmental leadership and strategic planning

Physical Education curriculum delivery

Sports programme management

Student performance monitoring

Behaviour management and wellbeing promotion

Staff mentoring and professional development

Event planning and inter-school coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related field with PGCE

Job description

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Head of Physical Education to lead curriculum delivery and extracurricular sports at GEMS FirstPoint School in Dubai. This role requires an experienced PE educator dedicated to enhancing student well-being through sports and academic performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, proven leadership experience, and a strong understanding of the British curriculum. Benefits include a competitive tax-free salary, accommodation, free schooling for dependents, and comprehensive medical insurance.