Assistant Head of PE – August 2025

Join us at GEMS Wesgreen International School. where sustainability is at the heart of education. Our state-of-the-art campus in Sharjah is built around eco-conscious values and innovative teaching practices, offering a truly unique platform for educators to both inspire and lead.

We are looking to appoint a committed and experienced Assistant Head of Physical Education for August 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate PE teacher ready to take on a middle leadership role in a progressive international setting, or for a current leader seeking a new challenge within a globally recognised education group.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job – it’s a career. With access to industry-leading CPD and a culture of internal promotion, GEMS teachers benefit from unparalleled opportunities for growth across our global network. As we continue to expand into new countries, our staff are at the forefront of international education.

Why GEMS Wesgreen?

• Our eco-friendly, modern campus reflects our commitment to sustainability in education

• We promote a positive, inclusive school culture focused on wellbeing, growth, and community

• Sharjah offers a 4-day school week, year-round sunshine, and a cosmopolitan lifestyle

• Located just 35 minutes from Dubai, you’ll enjoy the best of both cities – with excellent travel, leisure and cultural opportunities

What We Offer:

• Competitive, tax-free salary

• Fully furnished private accommodation

• Free schooling for dependent children

• Annual return airfare to your home country

• Comprehensive private medical cover

• End-of-service gratuity

• Access to the GEMS Rewards platform – offering thousands of lifestyle, leisure, and retail discounts across the UAE

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Will:

• Embody and promote our core values of Grow, Flourish, Discover

• Hold a BEd or a Bachelor’s degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent

• Demonstrate experience in teaching Physical Education up to A Level

• Inspire and lead a team through innovative teaching, coaching and curriculum development

• Have excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset

• Be committed to high standards of teaching and learning, with a passion for student development

• Contribute actively to the wider life of the school, including extra-curricular activities and school events

• Aspire to grow into senior leadership within a forward-thinking international school

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.