Deputy Head | Jobs in Dubai

Deputy Head | Jobs in Dubai

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Job Position – Deputy Head

Company Name – Australian International School

January 2026

(Prep-Grade 2) from January 2026. Working closely with the Head of School, you will assist in leading high quality teaching and learning, promote a positive student culture and work with the families of the students in our early years and lower primary program. (The role is paid at the DHOS level.)

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Head of School to engage the school community in developing, articulating and commending to a shared educational vision clearly aimed at quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promoting the deputy principality as a responsible, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed social justice practices as part of normal work and in the school life of the organisation.
• Establish and maintain high levels of expectations for the performance of students and staff.
• Participate in learning for life and continuing professional learning.
• Lead in supporting and engaging within major events and after-school activities.
• Fostered strong collaboration with various departments within the school to enhance teaching, learning, and student outcomes.
• Build partnerships with parents, other government departments and agencies, community groups, industry and business.

• Have a future focus and be strategic.

• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.

• Manage resources to accomplish goals.

• A brief résumé including contact details for two referees (referees should know your relevant work history).
• A written statement (max 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and suitability against the key responsibilities above.

Email : brooke.pickett@ais.ae