Head of Department Music -August 2026
About This Role
At GEMS Wellington International School, our goal is to cultivate students who exemplify social responsibility, supported by an innovative and genuine learning experience. We are currently in search of a remarkable Head of Department for Music who embodies our core values of integrity, empathy, and resilience, to join our dedicated team starting August 2026.
As a fully inclusive, high-achieving institution with a rich history of success, we have consistently demonstrated excellence through rigorous inspection and accreditation processes. Notable achievements include:
- An ‘Outstanding’ rating for 14 consecutive years from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB).
- An ‘Outstanding’ rating from British Schools Overseas.
- The prestigious COBIS Patrons accreditation, recognized for our exemplary leadership.
- Acknowledgment as a High Performance Learning (HPL) ‘World Class School’.
Our commitment to personalized professional development empowers our educators to remain at the forefront of global educational practices and research. Our teachers have the chance to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners, including the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT) and the Best Practice Network (BPN).
Our tailored professional development program reflects our dedication to not only uphold high educational standards but also to position our educators at the leading edge of educational best practices and research globally. The ever-evolving landscape of education demands innovative educators, and we provide the environment for you to thrive. Our partnerships with esteemed 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 every educator is equipped with top-tier knowledge and teaching methods. With a majority of our leadership roles filled by internal promotions within the GEMS network of schools, GEMS educators are uniquely positioned to advance their careers as we continue to expand throughout the UAE and beyond.