Job description

The Head of Department – English at Our Own English High School – Al Ain is a senior academic leadership role responsible for leading, managing, and delivering exceptional standards of English teaching and learning within a world-class school environment under GEMS Education. The role requires an experienced Teacher of English who is passionate about education and committed to creating an engaging, inspiring, and student-centered learning environment. The position focuses on delivering a dynamic and creative English curriculum to motivated students, ensuring outstanding teaching practices, high academic achievement, and continuous improvement across the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional subject knowledge, a proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning, and the ability to integrate effective teaching methodologies with modern educational technology and IT skills. The role operates within the UAE education context, where prior teaching experience in the UAE is considered an added advantage. The position requires adherence to strict safeguarding standards, including holding or obtaining a UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance, and supports GEMS Education’s commitment to student welfare, staff welfare, and Emiratization goals by encouraging applications from UAE nationals. Candidates who can join on short notice are given preference.