Assistant Principal – Teaching & Learning & Curriculum

About GEMS Winchester Private School – Fujairah

Conveniently located in the heart of Fujairah, GEMS Winchester Private School – Fujairah (WSF) is a well-established British curriculum school delivering the National Curriculum for England from Pre-KG to Grade 12. As the flagship GEMS school in Fujairah, WSF combines high academic expectations with a strong sense of community, providing students with exceptional learning opportunities, modern facilities, and pathways to leading universities worldwide.

The Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Assistant Principal – Teaching & Learning & Curriculum to join our Senior Leadership Team.

Reporting directly to the Principal, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving whole school teaching excellence, curriculum innovation, assessment practice, and whole-school improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader with a proven track record of raising attainment, developing high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional student outcomes.

The successful candidate will champion evidence-informed teaching practices, ensure curriculum coherence and progression across all phases, and support the school’s ambition to deliver a world-class British education for every learner.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and drive whole-school teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Ensure consistently high standards of classroom practice through coaching, professional learning, and quality assurance.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of teaching and learning strategies on student outcomes.
• Lead curriculum review, design, and implementation to ensure excellence, progression, and alignment with school priorities.
• Support middle and senior leaders in delivering sustainable school improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Use data effectively to identify priorities, inform interventions, and raise student achievement.
• Contribute strategically as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, helping shape the future direction of the school.
• Champion the school’s vision, values, and commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences for all students.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification and relevant degree.
• Have substantial middle or senior leadership experience, ideally within a British curriculum or international school setting.
• Demonstrate a strong track record of improving teaching quality and student outcomes.
• Possess significant experience in curriculum leadership, assessment, and school improvement.
• Be an inspirational leader with excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Be passionate about creating a high-performance culture focused on student success and staff development.
• Have the vision, resilience, and ambition to contribute to the continued growth and success of GEMS Winchester Private School – Fujairah.

What We Offer

As part of GEMS Education, you will enjoy a competitive package including:

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Annual return flights
• Private medical insurance
• Tuition fee concession
• Visa sponsorship
• End of service gratuity
• Access to GEMS Rewards and professional development opportunities

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious educational leader to make a lasting impact within a thriving British curriculum school and the wider GEMS Education family.

A copy of the full job description is available upon request.

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