Head of Department Film and Media-August 2026
About This Role
At GEMS Wellington International School, our mission is to cultivate students who exemplify social responsibility, enriched by a collaborative, innovative, and authentic learning environment. We are on the lookout for an outstanding Head of Department for Film and Media to join our experienced team starting in August 2026, someone who embodies our core values of integrity, empathy, and resilience.
We are an inclusive, high-achieving institution with a rich history of success, demonstrated through our exceptional performance in rigorous inspection and accreditation processes. Notable achievements include:
- Achieving an ‘Outstanding’ rating for 14 consecutive years from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB)
- Receiving an ‘Outstanding’ rating from British Schools Overseas
- Holding the esteemed COBIS Patrons accreditation with beacon status for Leadership
- Being recognized as a High Performance Learning (HPL) ‘World Class School’
To support our educators, we offer a tailored professional development program that positions them at the forefront of global educational practices and research. Our teachers are encouraged to interact with various stakeholders and organizations, including the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT) and the Best Practice Network (BPN).
Our bespoke professional development approach underscores our dedication to not only maintaining excellent educational standards but also empowering our educators with cutting-edge knowledge and methodologies. In the ever-evolving educational landscape, we believe in fostering dynamic educators, and with us, you will have the opportunity to thrive. Our partnerships with prestigious organizations such as the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), High Performance Learning (HPL), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and our Inquiry Driven Innovation collaboration with Harvard Project Zero ensure that all teachers gain world-class expertise and instructional strategies. With many of our leaders having advanced from within the GEMS network, our teachers are uniquely positioned to further their careers as we continue to grow both in the UAE and globally.