Head of Music - August 2026

We are looking for an Outstanding Head of Music to join our team at GEMS Founders School, Dubai in August 2026.This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced math's teacher to gain valuable international exposure and take the next step in your career with a global leading company, in a world class international school located in the heart of Dubai.We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Flourish and Succeed in everything you do at GFS.Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.SkillsSuccessful candidates will need to:Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree in Music with PGCE / PGDE or equivalentLead, mentor, and support a team of Music teachers to ensure high-quality teaching and learning.Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practiceHave a growth mindset, whereby they are reflective, and solution focusedBe creative and enthusiastic in their approach to teachingPossess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parentsHave a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teachingHave aspiration to work in a world‑class school with real prospects for enhancing their careerBe willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra‑cultural programme and community‑based events.#J-18808-Ljbffr