School Principal CBSE Curriculum

Apple School; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a strategic and academic head of school to ensure high performance aligned with KHDA/CBSE guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in educational leadership, driving excellence in curriculum and assessment while fostering community engagement. A tax-free salary and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Tuition fee waiver for employees' children

Additional benefits as per UAE Labour Law

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant educational discipline.
• 3–5+ years of leadership experience in schools.
• Knowledge of MOE/KHDA/CBSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive curriculum and assessment excellence.
• Lead teaching, learning, and extracurricular programmes.
• Ensure health & safety compliance.

Skills

Pedagogical leadership

Data-informed practices

Stakeholder engagement

Planning and time management

Education

Master’s in Education/Educational Leadership/School Management

PGCE/PGDE with QTS or equivalent

Job description

LEAMS Education, comprising UK and CBSE curriculum schools in Dubai, is driven by a unified philosophy of excellence. We are committed to fostering our employees’ careers and professional growth through opportunities aligned with our Learning & Development goals. Through vibrant Continuous Professional Development programmes, we harness our teams’ collective expertise and facilitate the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and best practices.

About the role

You will serve as the strategic and academic head of school, ensuring a safe, inclusive, high‑performing environment aligned with KHDA/CBSE guidelines and the UAE National Agenda. You’ll drive curriculum and assessment excellence, uplift student outcomes, and build a culture of wellbeing and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Set and execute the school’s vision, mission, and strategy (SEF and improvement plans).
• Lead teaching, learning, curriculum, assessment, and extracurricular programmes.
• Raise attainment and progress; embed data‑informed practices.
• Foster strong parent engagement and community partnerships.
• Implement robust performance management and staff development (CPD).
• Ensure compliance, health & safety, and efficient operations.
• Provide turnaround leadership across Pre‑KG to Grade 12.

What you’ll bring

• Master’s in Education/Educational Leadership/School Management or NPQH; PGCE/PGDE with QTS (or equivalent).
• Degree attestation and equivalency certificate(s).
• 3–5+ years as Principal/Vice Principal/SLT with a proven track record of pedagogical leadership.
• Strong knowledge of MOE/KHDA/CBSE regulations and DSIB frameworks.
• Tech‑forward, stakeholder‑savvy leader with exceptional planning and time management.

Why LEAMS

• Tax‑free salary
• Medical insurance
• Tuition fee waiver for employees’ children in group‑affiliated schools
• Additional benefits as per UAE Labour Law
• Strong Learning & Development and CPD culture

Required documents

• Application with detailed résumé and minimum two referees
• Police clearance certificate

Expected Date of Joining: Immediate

Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025

If you meet the criteria and are excited by this opportunity, apply with your updated résumé.