Head of Psychology - August 2026

OverviewWe are looking for an outstanding Head of Psychology to join our team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail from August 2026.VisionOur vision at GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail is to ‘Empower today, for a limitless tomorrow.’ We are seeking exceptional teachers to join our team who can help us achieve this goal through our belief in: Limitless Learning, Limitless Solutions, and Limitless Possibilities.School PhilosophyAs a cognitive science driven school, evidence-informed practice is at the heart of what we do, and we seek educators who can passionately articulate what outstanding learning and teaching looks like and translate this into practice in the classroom. All successful candidates will also share the same core values of Ambition, Responsibility and Courage.Key AchievementsGCSE and A-Level results far exceeding UK national averagesVery Good rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB)Outstanding rating from British Schools Overseas (BSO)‘World Class School’ status from High Performance LearningBeing an invited member of the Cognitive Science school networkProfessional DevelopmentThrough our comprehensive professional learning programme, we ensure our teachers have access to quality development opportunities that not only help them develop as professionals but also contribute to our outstanding success. StepLab instructional coaching, Cognitive Science Network, Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), the Best Practice Network (BPN) and Evidence Based Education (EBE) are just some of the partners we work with to ensure our teachers are comprehensively developed.QualificationsHold a B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent in Secondary teaching or similarHave experience of teaching British curriculum to GCSE and A Level- KS3/4/5Exceptional subject knowledgeExperience of working within a high performing teaching teamA proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learningAt least 2 years of experience teaching the National Curriculum of EnglandBenefitsAll 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 (www.gemsrewards.com) which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.#J-18808-Ljbffr