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We are seeking an experienced Secondary Head of English with IGCSE and A Level experience to join our team in Sharjah, UAE, starting September 2026. The role requires a subject-related bachelor's or master's degree in English, proven experience in teaching and leading IGCSE and A Level, exceptional subject knowledge, and extensive experience teaching the National Curriculum for England. This full-time position offers opportunities for global career growth within the GEMS network, a desirable lifestyle in the UAE, and benefits such as accommodation and a 4-day work week.
🎁 Benefits & Perks
free access to leading CPD programs, opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale, provided luxury accommodation in Dubai, 4-day work week and a 3-day weekend.
Requirements
A subject-related bachelor's or master's degree in English is mandatory. Proven experience in teaching and leading IGCSE and A Level, exceptional subject knowledge, and extensive experience teaching the National Curriculum for England are required. A passion for teaching and a positive 'can do' attitude are also essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Sharjah, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced secondary head of English with IGCSE and A Level experience to join our team at GCS from September 2026.
Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programs and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. With most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools, GEMS teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities across the world as we expand into more and more countries.
Teachers in the UAE enjoy an exciting lifestyle, with opportunities for new and exciting leisure activities and travel across the region and further afield! Working at GCS brings the additional unique opportunity for teachers to work in Sharjah and enjoy the benefit of a 4-day work week and a 3-day weekend, while living in the provided luxury accommodation in Dubai.
Requirements
A subject related bachelor or master’s degree in English is mandatory.
Proven experience of teaching and leading IGCSE and A Level.
Exceptional subject knowledge.
Extensive experience in teaching the National Curriculum for England.
A passion for teaching and a positive 'can do' attitude.
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