Assistant Head Teacher

4 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates GEMS Founders School - Dubai Full time
Due to the continued success of our GEMS Founders School, Dubai, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Head Teacher to lead our passionate team of educators in the Special Educational Needs team. As an Assistant Head Teacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experience of our youngest learners, ensuring both their wellbeing and academic development is nurtured with care.
This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teachers and leaders to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class International School located in the heart of Dubai.
Teaching at GEMS is not just a job; it's a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrollment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities across the world - especially as we expand into more and more countries. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.
As well as being a great place to work, Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, rapidly expanding city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers in Dubai enjoy an exciting lifestyle, with opportunities for new and exciting leisure activities and travel across the region and further afield
We are looking for an outstanding, innovative leader to join the GEMS Founders Family. The successful candidate will play a key role in the Associate Senior Leadership Team.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead and inspire a team of teachers and support staff in delivering high-quality education to students with special educational needs.
Promote inclusive teaching practices and ensure the effective delivery of the school's SEN strategy.
Monitor the progress of students and provide targeted interventions where necessary.
Collaborate with other senior leaders to shape and develop the school's vision for SEN.
Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure a holistic approach to supporting students.
Lead and support professional development for staff within the SEN team.
Oversee the development, implementation, and review of Individual Education Plans.
Maintain and monitor the school's provision for students with SEN, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
The successful applicant will have the following:
A certified teaching qualification, at degree level such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent. Open University or online degrees are not acceptable.
At least 5 years of solid and demonstrable experience in Primary School in a British curriculum school.
Experience in a similar leadership role.
The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning.
Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents.
A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom.
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