Head of Department Film and Media-August 2026

OverviewAt GEMS Wellington International School, our vision is to ensure that all of our students are beacons of social responsibility, empowered by a co-constructed, pioneering and authentic learning experience. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Department for Film and Media who is willing to uphold our values of integrity, empathy and fortitude, to join our established team for August 2026.We are a fully inclusive, high performing school, with a long history of success. This is evidenced through our performance in rigorous inspection and accreditation frameworks.Key Achievements and PartnershipsRated as ‘Outstanding’ for 14 consecutive years by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB).Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas.Holder of the COBIS Patrons accreditation, with beacon status for Leadership.Recognition as a High Performance Learning (HPL) ‘World class School’.ResponsibilitiesLead and develop the Film and Media department, modelling our core values of integrity, empathy and fortitude in all interactions.Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school’s educational direction and improvement plans.Engage in the school community through active participation in extra-curricular programmes and community-based events.Qualifications and RequirementsHold a BEd or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent.Proven experience teaching Secondary A Level Film and Media.Proven experience leading a team of educators.Willingness to collaborate and share outstanding practice.Growth mindset with a reflective and solution-focused approach.Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching.Excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.Proven track record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching.Aspiring to work in a world-class school with prospects for career progression.Interview ProcessFace to face interviews will take place in the UK between 20th–22nd of February across four locations: London, Manchester, Cardiff and Glasgow.Remuneration and BenefitsAll positions attract an excellent remuneration package including: competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE, including discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets.#J-18808-Ljbffr