Principal | Lead a Premier British School in Dubai

The English College, Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

The English College Dubai seeks an ambitious and innovative Principal to lead a long‑established British curriculum school in Dubai. The successful candidate will uphold a culture of high expectations, professional growth and accountability across all phases, while strengthening learning, wellbeing and community partnerships.

Responsibilities include safeguarding, strategic planning, curriculum leadership, staff development and ensuring sustained improvement in outcomes, admissions growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and postgraduate teaching qualification required.
• Advanced leadership qualification preferred.
• Significant senior leadership experience in an international, multi-phase setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead with vision and integrity to deliver outstanding learning, wellbeing and outcomes.
• Oversee safeguarding, curriculum strategy, and staff development to raise standards.
• Drive enrolment growth, parent engagement and overall school growth.
• Ensure strong financial stewardship and commercial performance alongside ISP commitments.

Skills

Strategic planning

Educational leadership

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Inclusive leadership

Emotional intelligence

Building community

Stakeholder engagement

Team development

Performance management

Engaging communication

Data-driven decision-making

Marketing insights

Financial acumen

Change management

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Postgraduate teaching qualification (PGCE, Teaching License or equivalent)

Advanced leadership qualification (MA Educational Leadership, NPQH/NPQEL, EdD)

Job description

The English College Dubai seeks an ambitious and innovative Principal to lead a long‑established British curriculum school in Dubai. The successful candidate will uphold a culture of high expectations, professional growth and accountability across all phases, while strengthening learning, wellbeing and community partnerships.

Responsibilities include safeguarding, strategic planning, curriculum leadership, staff development and ensuring sustained improvement in outcomes, admissions growth and