Assistant Principal - August 2026
About This Role
GEMS Winchester Private School Fujairah is looking for an outstanding Assistant Principal to become a member of our Senior Leadership Team starting in August 2026. This key position is vital for advancing overall school improvement and upholding exemplary standards throughout all phases of the institution.
About the Role
The Assistant Principal will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and overseeing school-wide standards, ensuring thorough evaluations, high expectations, and ongoing enhancement. This role will play a crucial part in preparing the school for external accountability and regulatory inspection requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Strategic Leadership & Quality Assurance
- Direct the strategic management of school-wide standards and quality assurance processes.
- Maintain solid, triangulated evidence to facilitate precise assessments of impact and improvement.
- Ensure the school is fully prepared for external regulatory inspections.
Performance Evaluation
- Lead the analysis of school-wide performance metrics: including attainment, progress, teaching quality, behavior, and inclusion.
- Utilize evidence-informed evaluations to identify strengths, risks, and areas for improvement.
Assessment, Reporting & Data Systems
- Oversee performance tracking systems to ensure data integrity and alignment with established standards.
- Facilitate accurate reporting and school evaluation through effective management of assessment and examination procedures.
Leadership Development & Capacity Building
- Support and challenge leaders through thorough self-evaluation and evidence-based insights.
- Foster a culture of data-informed leadership and offer professional development opportunities.
Operational Leadership & Line Management
- Line manage the Data Executive and Examinations Officer, ensuring the delivery of high-quality assessment and examination processes.
- Oversee examination arrangements in accordance with statutory and regulatory guidelines.
- Contribute to the broader strategic direction of the school as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.