Teaching & Learning Coach

Dubai
Permanent
Full-time

21 days ago

Job DescriptionWe are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching & Learning Coach to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the Principal, with a whole-school remit to drive excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment.The successful candidate will work collaboratively with senior and middle leaders, including the SENCO and phase leaders, to embed a culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement across the school.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to shape pedagogy, develop staff, and ensure consistently high standards of student progress and achievement.Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of teaching and learning across the school, with a focus on pedagogy, progress, and academic standards
Drive excellence in both internal and external assessments
Design and deliver a high-quality professional development programme for all teaching staff
Coach and mentor teachers to develop reflective practice and innovative teaching strategies
Conduct supportive lesson observations and contribute to quality assurance processes
Monitor and improve the quality of feedback and assessment practices across the school
Ensure schemes of work, lesson planning, and assessment documentation meet GEMS standards
Support the implementation of school improvement priorities and contribute to strategic planning
Lead internal inspection processes, including audits, reporting, and follow-up actions
Identify and share best practice across the school, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement
Contribute to staff recruitment processes, including delivering micro-teach sessions
Work closely with SLT to track progress against school targets and provide regular updates

Academic & Pastoral Responsibilities

Build strong professional relationships with teachers, fostering a culture of openness and ambition
Support staff in developing outstanding teaching and assessment practices
Lead training sessions on teaching and learning during staff development days
Promote inclusive, differentiated teaching that meets the needs of all learners
Engage in external networks, peer reviews, and ongoing professional development

General Responsibilities

Model and promote the GEMS Core Values and Code of Conduct at all times
Support the wider life of the school, including duties, events, and after-school programmes
Contribute to inspection readiness, school self-evaluation (SEF), and school development planning (SDP)
Represent and promote the school positively within the community
Respect local culture, customs, and laws, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times
Undertake additional duties as reasonably delegated by the Principal

SkillsPerson SpecificationQualifications

Bachelor’s degree (essential)
Recognised teaching qualification (essential)

Experience

Proven experience in a leadership role focused on teaching and learning
Strong track record of improving classroom practice and student outcomes
Experience in coaching, mentoring, and delivering professional development

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Ability to inspire, challenge, and support staff at all levels
Confident in using data and assessment to drive improvement
Strong ICT skills to support teaching and learning innovation

What We Offer

A collaborative and forward-thinking school environment
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
The chance to make a significant impact on whole-school teaching and learning

If you are a passionate and experienced educator ready to lead and inspire excellence in teaching and learning, we would welcome your application.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.

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