Senior Vice Principal Curriculum Standards and Assessment IB School Leadership - GEMS Education - Du

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Full executive benefits package

Global leadership development access

Collaborative educational environment

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Senior Vice Principal for its IB School in Dubai. This leadership role focuses on curriculum, standards, and assessment to enhance academic excellence and drive student outcomes across all school phases.

The ideal candidate will have significant senior leadership experience in international schools and a strong understanding of IB programmes. This position offers a competitive tax-free salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in an international school environment.
• Proven experience in curriculum development and academic strategy.
• Strong understanding of IB programmes and KHDA inspection frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum design and assessment systems.
• Ensure coherence of curriculum across all school phases.
• Drive improvements in student outcomes through data analysis.

Skills

Educational leadership and strategic planning

Curriculum design and assessment systems

Data analysis and performance improvement

Team leadership and staff development

Stakeholder communication and engagement

Compliance and accreditation management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant field

Master's degree or NPQH qualification

Job description

Senior Vice Principal Curriculum Standards and Assessment IB School Leadership - GEMS Education - Dubai UAE

Position Overview

Senior Vice Principal Dubai UAE leadership role in curriculum, standards, and assessment within an IB international school, responsible for driving academic excellence, curriculum design, and student outcomes across all school phases from early years to high school.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Education
Function: Education
Salary: 28000-40000 (Estimated salary range based on similar executive leadership roles in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum design, assessment systems, and academic standards across the school
• Ensure coherence and alignment of curriculum across Early Years, Primary, Middle, and High School
• Lead assessment frameworks, reporting systems, and benchmarking processes
• Drive improvements in student outcomes through data analysis and targeted strategies
• Deputise for the Principal or CEO and represent the school with regulatory and accreditation bodies
• Lead school development planning, self-evaluation, and academic improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with IB programme standards, KHDA regulations, and accreditation requirements
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align teaching, learning, and student development strategies
• Maintain data integrity and ensure accurate academic reporting
• Support inclusive, student-focused curriculum and assessment practices

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant field with PGCE or equivalent qualification
• Master's degree or NPQH qualification preferred
• Extensive senior leadership experience in an international school environment
• Proven experience in curriculum development, assessment systems, and academic strategy
• Strong understanding of IB programmes and KHDA inspection frameworks
• Demonstrated success in improving academic standards and student performance
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• High level of data analysis and strategic planning capability

Skills Set

• Educational leadership and strategic planning
• Curriculum design and assessment systems
• Data analysis and performance improvement
• Team leadership and staff development
• Stakeholder communication and engagement
• Compliance and accreditation management

Why Join Us

• Executive leadership role in a premium IB international school in Dubai
• Competitive tax-free salary with full executive benefits package
• Opportunity to shape whole-school academic strategy and outcomes
• Access to global leadership development and career progression
• Collaborative and high-performance educational environment

About the Company

GEMS Education is a globally recognized education group delivering high-quality international schooling across Dubai and worldwide. The organization is known for academic excellence, innovation, and leadership development opportunities.