Director of Studies, Senior School

As part of a planned and ambitious phase of school expansion, Uppingham Cairo is pleased to invite applications for the position of Director of Studies, Senior School, from August 2026. We seek an intellectually rigorous, forward-thinking and highly accomplished academic leader who is deeply committed to scholarship, innovation and the pursuit of academic excellence. The successful candidate will bring the authority, credibility and strategic vision required to shape and advance the academic life of the Senior School and Sixth Form within a prestigious and rapidly growing British international school.

This appointment forms part of a wider strengthening of the school’s leadership structure from August 2026. A number of new senior roles are being established in order to increase leadership capacity at a time of significant growth and strategic development. As Uppingham Cairo prepares for the opening of the Sixth Form in September 2027 and for the launch of our second campus, Uppingham New Cairo, in September 2028, it is essential that the academic provision of the Senior School is underpinned by robust, ambitious and forward-looking leadership. These developments represent an important next chapter in the school’s evolution and require experienced leaders who can think strategically, build strong academic teams and embed systems that will sustain excellence as the school grows.

The Director of Studies will therefore join the school at a pivotal moment, contributing both to the present strength of the Senior School and to the careful design of its academic future. Reporting to the Head of Senior School and working closely with the Headmistress and wider leadership team, the postholder will hold strategic and operational responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment and academic outcomes across Years 7 to 13. The successful candidate will articulate and deliver a distinctive academic vision rooted in the intellectual character and standards associated with Uppingham, ensuring that pupils are consistently stretched, supported and inspired to achieve at the highest level.

At Uppingham Cairo, leaders benefit from exceptional opportunities for professional growth and the satisfaction of working within a thriving and intellectually ambitious environment where expectations are high and relationships are strong. The school offers a distinctive British day boarding model, outstanding facilities and abundant resources on a remarkable campus set within the New Giza landscape, with views of the pyramids and a uniquely inspiring setting for academic life. Strong and active links with Uppingham School in the United Kingdom provide regular professional collaboration and ensure alignment with the highest standards of British independent education.

The role offers a highly competitive leadership salary together with an extensive range of benefits designed to support both professional success and personal wellbeing. These include high-quality accommodation, comprehensive private healthcare, meals in school, sports centre and gym membership and transport during term time. Coaching and professional development pathways are available for all senior leaders, and opportunities for further career progression within the growing family of Uppingham schools are exceptional. In addition, staff with children are eligible for up to two full Day Boarding scholarships at Uppingham Cairo, providing access to an outstanding British education.

Applications should be made using the Uppingham Cairo Application Form and accompanied by a covering letter. Completed applications should be sent by email to recruitment26@uppinghamcairo.com. Please do not submit applications online, as they will not be considered.

Please ensure that you complete the application form in full, with the names and contact details of two professional referees, to include your current or most recent head teacher if you are or have been employed in a school). CVs may also be sent in addition to the application form and covering letter, but are not required.

Further details regarding this role are available in the Director of Studies Application Pack . For more information about Uppingham Cairo, please visit our website, browse our Prospectus or read ‘Deep Roots, Wide Horizons’ , our vision for the future of Uppingham Cairo. Explore our UPPStart and UPP&Out Day Boarding programmes or read about our Sporting Vision for the Champions and the Challengers.

Please note that the School will only consider candidates with British teaching qualifications (QTS or equivalent) and a minimum of 8 years teaching experience.

Closing date: 12 noon (UK time) on Monday, 9th March, 2026.
Role Start date: 23rd August, 2026

Early applications are warmly encouraged. Interviews will be held in person on 12th and 13th March at a Central London location where possible, and the School reserves the right to appoint before the closing date should an exceptional candidate be identified.

Uppingham Cairo was founded in 2024 and is the result of a collaboration between Uppingham School in the UK and New Era Education. In the first year of operation, the school achieved BSO Accreditation through inspection by ISI as well as COBIS and BSME Accreditation. The Schools is a member of HMC, IAPS, AGBIS and AoBSO. Uppingham Cairo has a very close affiliation to the mother school, combining the values and ethos of Uppingham with the cultural, artistic and linguistic opportunities afforded by being in such an outstanding location as Cairo.

Uppingham Cairo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening including checks with past employers.