Teaching and Learning Lead- January 2027

GEMS SCHOOLS IN UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Schools in the UAE is seeking a Teaching and Learning Lead to join our Dubai team in January 2027. You will drive teaching and learning excellence across the Primary phase, working with school leadership to secure high standards and ongoing school improvement, while also delivering English lessons as needed.

The role emphasizes coaching, mentoring, demonstration lessons, and leading on observation cycles and curriculum consistency to support teachers and improve student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on teaching and learning development across the Primary school.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and targeted professional development for teachers.
• Model outstanding practice and deliver demonstration lessons and team teaching.
• Lead observation cycles, learning walks and planning reviews.
• Ensure curriculum policies and assessment frameworks are applied consistently.
• Collaborate with phase and subject leaders to ensure continuity and progression.

Job description

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join a leading GEMS school in Dubai.

We are looking for an experienced Teaching and Learning Lead to join our team in January 2027.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across our growing school, while also teachingEnglish lessons. We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative leader who is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for students and supporting teachers to continually refine and elevate their practice.

Job Purpose

To lead and enhance the quality of teaching and learning across the Primary phase, working closely with school leadership to secure consistently high standards and ongoing school improvement.

Leadership and School Improvement

• Support the Principal and Senior Leadership Team with strategic school development.
• Champion a culture of high expectations, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to whole-school evaluation, planning, and quality assurance processes.

Teaching and Learning Development

• Monitor, evaluate, and improve teaching and learning across the Primary school.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and tailored professional development for teachers.
• Model outstanding practice and deliver demonstration lessons, team teaching, and lesson modelling.
• Lead on observation cycles, learning walks, planning reviews, and work scrutiny.
• Ensure curriculum policies, schemes of work, and assessment frameworks are applied consistently.
• Work closely with phase and subject leaders to ensure continuity and progression across year groups

Professional Development

• Design and lead CPD sessions aligned to school priorities and research-based practice.
• Attend external training and share key developments with staff.
• Support the coordination of staff development for both teaching and non-teaching colleagues.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Assessment

• Use assessment data and school indicators to analyse performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide constructive, developmental feedback to strengthen teaching practice and student outcomes.

Behaviour, Culture & Community

• Promote a positive learning culture grounded in respect and high expectations.
• Build effective relationships with parents and support home–school communication.
• Lead parent information sessions and contribute to school events.
• Support initiatives related to innovation, technology, and enrichment.

Operational & Administrative Responsibilities

• Manage allocated budget areas responsibly.
• Organise and monitor resources linked to teaching and learning priorities.
• Ensure effective communication within and across teams.

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required