HEAD OF PRIMARY - DUBAI (UAE) - BRITISH CURRICULUM (UK/BRITISH QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ONLY), TEACHERS RECRUITMENT COMPANY
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About the Role
A thriving international school in Dubai is seeking an experienced Head of Primary to lead the Primary phase. The role involves driving academic excellence, supporting staff development, and building strong relationships.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Primary School across all year groups
- Inspire high quality teaching and learning
- Support staff development and performance
- Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Ensure excellent pastoral care and safeguarding standards
- Contribute strategically to whole school improvement and growth
Requirements
- A recognised teaching qualification (UK/British qualification preferred)
- Relevant leadership experience within a Primary setting
- Experience with the British curriculum preferred
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A collaborative and student centred leadership approach
- The ability to thrive in a dynamic international environment
Full Job Posting
Head Of Primary – Dubai, UAE
- Start Date: August / September 2026
- An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and inspirational educational leader to join a thriving international school in Dubai as Head of Primary.
- We are seeking a passionate and forward thinking leader who can drive academic excellence, nurture a positive school culture, and lead our Primary phase with energy, professionalism, and vision.
The Role
- Lead and manage the Primary School across all year groups
- Inspire high quality teaching and learning
- Support staff development and performance
- Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Ensure excellent pastoral care and safeguarding standards
- Contribute strategically to whole school improvement and growth
- This role is ideal for an established middle or senior leader looking to take the next step within an ambitious international school environment.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognised teaching qualification (UK/British) qualification preferred
- Relevant leadership experience within a Primary setting
- Experience with the British curriculum preferred
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A collaborative and student centred leadership approach
- The ability to thrive in a dynamic international environment
- Experience working in the UAE or international schools is advantageous but not essential.
Salary & Benefits
- AED 23,000 – 26,000 per month (all inclusive package including accommodation allowance)
- Annual medical insurance
- Annual flight allowance for travel to the UK
- Initial flight reimbursement upon arrival in the UAE and successful SPEA/KHDA approval
- Supportive leadership team and professional working environment
- Opportunity to live and work in one of the world’s most vibrant international cities
About Dubai
- Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle, combining year round sunshine, excellent amenities, a vibrant expatriate community, and exceptional travel opportunities across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
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