Vice Principal

Are you ready for a new challenge? Would you like to join one of the top 100 private schools in the World, in a fast paced, vibrant international environment? 

This is an incredible opportunity to join a thriving, exceptional school community, which has been repeatedly judged to be Outstanding in inspections.                                                                                                              

With a significant facilities enhancement programme and expansion underway and due for completion for September 2024, there has never been a better time to join our team!

We encourage you to read our Candidate Brochure and learn more about our wonderful school.

The School 

Jumeirah College is a GEMS Premium Secondary School which delivers the National Curriculum for England, offering the full range of GCSE and A level courses. The College has been repeatedly judged to be Outstanding in inspections. Although non-selective at admission, our students achieve exceptional exam results which compare to top UK schools. In 2023, over 99% of GCSE grades were 9-4 with 47% at grade 9. At A-level, over 44% of grades were A*/A. This success enables our students to move on to the very top universities around the world, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Monash and Toronto.

Our student body is a dynamic international community of over 1,300 students from over 65 nationalities. We take pride in the development of the whole child, recognising the importance of developing cultural and global awareness. We have a thriving enriched curriculum which provides a diverse range of activities, initiatives and charitable endeavours that both engage our student body and embed our philosophy of global awareness and world citizenship. 

As one of the leading schools in the Middle East, Jumeirah College is the first-choice school for many families.

The successful candidate will be an ambitious, forward-thinking educational leader, committed to the all-round education of our exceptional students. A passion for exciting and effective teaching and learning, modern pastoral care and a commitment to the co-curriculum, are vital. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the ongoing growth and development of Jumeirah College as the school continues to flourish. Applications are encouraged from senior leaders from a range of backgrounds who are ready to make a lasting impact upon this school community.

An excellent remuneration package is on offer to successful candidates including competitive tax-free salary, furnished accommodation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, free school places for dependents and end of service gratuity.

If you have the drive and passion to get the most from our students, we would very much welcome your application.

The Application Process

For further details on how to apply for this role, please read our application pack. Early applications are encouraged.

The closing date for applications is Monday 4th March 2024.

Jumeirah College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.