Deputy Head of Secondary School
About This Role
Joining date August 2026.
Raffles International School, Dubai is seeking a qualified and experienced Deputy Head for the Secondary School, starting in August 2026.
RIS adheres to the English National Curriculum and prioritizes both academic excellence and student wellbeing. The school has been rated 'Outstanding' by British Schools Overseas, is quality assured by OFSTED, and received a 'Very Good' rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (KHDA).
This position is part of the Senior Leadership Team and will collaborate with both secondary and primary leadership, particularly the Head of Secondary and the Principal.
Additional details, including the job description and person specification, can be found in the supporting documentation.
We welcome applications from senior and middle leaders in education who possess the following qualifications:
• A deep passion for teaching and learning.
• Experience in either senior or middle leadership within a high-performing educational setting.
• A Bachelor’s Degree along with a PGCE with QTS or an equivalent qualification. Additional post-graduate qualifications would be a significant advantage.
• A record of excellence demonstrating a substantial impact on student attainment and progress, curriculum innovation, and community engagement.
• A thorough understanding of best practices in safeguarding, child protection, and inclusive education.
• Proficiency in English as a first language.
• A dedication to fostering creative and imaginative teaching that values the progress of every student.
Interested candidates should submit their current CV along with the contact details of two professional referees.
RIS reserves the right to conduct interviews for promising candidates as applications are received, so early submission is encouraged.
Child protection and safeguarding are of utmost importance at RIS, and shortlisted candidates will need to undergo thorough safeguarding checks prior to appointment confirmation.