Senior Leader for Assessment and ICT

GEMS Education has a global network of world class international schools. With 50 years of experience in education, GEMS provides high quality holistic education to over 100,000 students from 150 countries. It employs over 9,000 education professionals, specialists and staff from around the world.

The School

The GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (GCIA) opened in September 2013. Currently we are FS1 to Year 9 and set to grow to Year 13, with an overall NOR of 3400 students, in subsequent years. Students follow the English National Curriculum and Cambridge International Examinations syllabus for IGCSE and A Level Programmes of study. The language of instruction is English. We offer a full, broad and balanced range of learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom.

GEMS Cambridge International School is set to become a truly outstanding school that not only maximizes academic achievement but also nurtures the whole child to enable them to become confident, independent and respectful young adults. Students at Cambridge will have all of the necessary qualifications, skills and attributes to flourish and excel in the ever changing demands of the 21st Century. This is an exciting opportunity to join our school in its first few years and play an important part in our journey to excellence.

The Post: Senior Leader for Assessment and ICT (3-18 years - Primary and Secondary)

As we begin our second year at GEMS Cambridge International School in Abu Dhabi, we are seeking to appoint creative and experienced educationalists to strengthen and support our existing team.

The successful candidate will hold a B.Ed or degree and PGCE / PGDE or equivalent and have a minimum of 5 years post qualifying teaching experience, preferably 2 years in a senior leadership position in a large culturally diverse school environment

We are looking for:

• Passion for 21st Century curriculum development and innovation, including blended learning approaches; with up to date knowledge of the new National Curriculum for England
• A dynamic practitioner to initiate and embed good practice with the ability to teach/lead on digital and new technology development across the Key Stages
• A flexible and approachable senior leader to lead on assessment procedures and effective use of data through school
• A technically proficient, logical and systematic approach to support and enhance our infrastructure development
• The ability to lead our ICT and Computing Faculty and manage teaching and non-teaching staff including Data Manager and ICT Technicians across the school
• An exceptional leader and team player who is capable of mentoring and coaching others within the school.

What we offer:

• State of the art facilities within a brand new campus
• Students that are enthusiastic and keen to learn in a positive environment
• Opportunity to work within a team of highly supportive and creative colleagues
• Excellent professional development and guidance
• A school committed to doing the best for each and every one of its students

An excellent remuneration package is on offer to successful candidates including competitive tax free salary, accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, visa costs, annual flight allowance and tuition fee concession.

Application Process

If you meet these criteria, are enthusiastic about teaching and learning and have the drive and passion to get the most from our students then we would welcome your application (Job ref: 5581).

Please visit www.gemseducation.com/careers and apply for these positions online. Please ensure you have uploaded an up to date CV, formal letter of application and recent photograph.