Principal – Senior School (Years 7-13) in Dubai, Innovation

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares to residence

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards access

Job summary

GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai seeks an exceptional leader to establish and lead the Principal Senior School for Years 7-13. You will shape the academic identity, build a research-informed culture, and drive curriculum innovation within a school designed to blend traditional academics with research and real-world learning.

The role requires significant senior leadership experience, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to translate ambitious educational aims into impactful

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in a high-performing secondary or all-through school.
• Proven ability to lead curriculum innovation and high academic standards.
• Strong understanding of assessment systems and university progression pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the Senior School for Years 7-13.
• Help establish a distinctive educational identity and culture aligned with the SRI vision.
• Shape long-term educational priorities with the CEO/Principal and SLT.
• Develop Key Stage 4 and Sixth Form provision and pathways.
• Translate the educational vision into practical curriculum development and leadership.
• Inspire and develop high-performing teaching and leadership teams.

Skills

Senior leadership

Curriculum development

Strategic planning

University pathways

Job description

GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai seeks an exceptional leader to establish and lead the Principal Senior School for Years 7-13. You will shape the academic identity, build a research-informed culture, and drive curriculum innovation within a school designed to blend traditional academics with research and real-world learning.

The role requires significant senior leadership experience, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to translate ambitious educational aims into impactful