Secondary Assistant Principal

4 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates GEMS Education Full time

Secondary Assistant Principal - Aug 2025GEMS WORLD ACADEMY - DUBAI Dubai, UAE Posted 2 days ago Unlimited Ref: JB5232636We are now seeking an innovative Secondary Assistant Principal - Personal Development, Behaviour & Wellbeing to join our successful team, from August 2025.With the CEO / Principal and the Senior Leadership Team, the post-holder will (i) share responsibility for all the policies, decision-making processes and strategic planning involved in the management of the Academy; (ii) realise the ethos of an IB learning organisation with high expectations of students and staff, and a positive approach to internationalism, entrepreneurialism and innovation; (iii) lead the development of the Academy as a learning, researching and self-evaluating organisation; (iv) lead by example, setting the highest professional standards and maintaining a visible presence around the Academy. The post-holder will deputise for the Secondary Principal in their absence, and support the CEO/Principal and Principals in their workload, when tasks are delegated or shared.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:Academy Leadership and ManagementTo lead, coach, and support staff and students through a high profile role, promoting the Academy's vision, mission, ethos, values and strategic aims.To share responsibility for all the policies and decision-making involving the agreed area of responsibility.To lead in the formulation of the academy's targets, aims, objectives and development plan.Effectively lead and manage teams of staff from across the academy towards achievement of its targets.Monitor and evaluate progress towards achieving targets, aims and objectives identified on Academy Development Plans.To lead and facilitate day-to-day data arrangements and requirements.To lead and take part in whole academy duties such as those at lunch, break, start and finish times.To ensure all staff are familiar with Academy and GEMS procedures and guidelines linked to exclusion processes.Responsible and accountable for budget expenditure.To develop, lead and monitor the implementation of an effective whole academy Attitude to Learning policy.Support, develop and empower academy staff in effectively executing the Attitude to Learning policy.Working with all Assistant Principals, to lead on student voice.To lead on the schedule of assemblies and reflection room supervision.To ensure students have a smooth transition between divisions.Students LearningTo foster high standards, inclusion, motivation and achievement in learning.To retain an overview of 1:1 target-setting processes.Provide timely and focused intervention where targets are not being achieved.Coordinate, develop and oversee the tutor time programme in all grade levels.Oversee all grade level field trips.Behaviour and WelfareTo ensure that the climate for learning within the Senior School supports the values and ethos of the School.Work closely with Grade Leaders to track student progress.To coordinate the production, use and evaluation of support and monitoring strategies.To provide strategic direction to student development.To support the various Peer Mentoring programmes in place.To oversee and support the reward of students.To monitor student attendance throughout the Senior School.Staff SupportTo support and encourage staff to foster a professional culture.To support the staff with the management of teaching and learning.To make leadership, management and organisational decisions.To liaise with staff regarding important dates.To produce / co-ordinate progress and data reports.Lead new faculty pastoral induction and orientation processes.Community LeadershipEngage effectively with parents and other members of the Academy community.To lead Grade Leader meetings and contribute to the leadership of House Leader and Student Council meetings.To contribute to the Academy's PR and the organisation of events.To be aware of and comply with Academy policies and procedures.To contribute to the Academy Self Evaluation Form.To establish constructive relationships with other agencies/professionals.Other DutiesUndertake personal development through training and other learning activities.As DSL, keep up to date with Level 3 Safeguarding Training.To organise, lead, monitor and take part in whole academy duties.Attendance at Senior Leadership Team and other meetings relevant to the role.Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise.To work with suppliers and agencies in a collaborative context.To be a positive role model for students in dress code and conduct policy.SkillsThe ideal candidate should have a strong track record in effective teaching and helping students succeed. While experience in teaching the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes is preferred, outstanding teachers from any curriculum background are encouraged to apply. A genuine passion for working in a non-selective and culturally diverse community is also a key requirement. Additionally, the candidate should possess:A Bachelor of Education degree, or an initial degree plus a relevant teaching qualification.Advanced qualifications are preferred but not essential.A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position.A strong understanding of the IB framework and Approaches to Teaching is preferred.A strong desire to continually improve their practice.The experience, personality and educational philosophy that aligns with a leading IB World School.August 2025 availability.YOUR PACKAGE AND BENEFITSAn excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; a competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law.#J-18808-Ljbffr



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