Deputy Vice Principal – Academics (Sep 2026 or Jan 2027 Start)

We are pleased to invite applications from outstanding and ambitious leaders for the position of Deputy Vice Principal – Academic, Curriculum and Standards, with a start date of either September 2026 or January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader to play a pivotal role in driving academic excellence, curriculum innovation, teaching and learning, and whole-school standards across the school. The successful candidate must be a Secondary School specialist and will demonstrate a strong track record of impactful leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes for students and staff alike. Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership & Implementation • Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values by promoting a culture of high expectations, professional excellence, and continuous improvement. • Support the Principal in delivering the school’s academic vision, priorities, and improvement plans. • Drive the implementation of teaching and learning strategies across the school. • Ensure consistency in academic practices across departments and phases. • Deputise for the Vice Principal and Principal when required in academic matters. Teaching & Learning Excellence • Lead the development and implementation of high-quality teaching and learning practices across the school aligned with TLAG framework. • Monitor the quality of teaching through lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny. • Ensure consistent application of teaching standards and expectations across the school, in line with GEMS T&L frameworks. • Support Heads of Department/Phase Leaders in improving teaching practice. • Follow up on areas for development identified through internal and external reviews. • Drive a culture of reflective practice and continuous professional improvement. Curriculum Design & Implementation • Oversee the design, implementation, and review of a broad, ba