Job: Head of Year 9
Employer: International School - The School of Research Science, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Start date: 17th August 2026
Annual Tax-Free Salary: £34,500 - £40,000 + Benefits including housing, flight allowance, medical and gratuity (worth over £15,000)
Contract: Full-time, fixed term for 2 years
Aston Education is working with The School of Research Science, a thriving and vibrant international school, in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. They are looking for a full-time Head of Year 9 to start in August 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent Teacher of Maths, Science, Computing, Girls' PE, Art, DT or Psychology or a middle leader to develop their leadership skills in supporting colleagues in strengthening their practice.
The employer:
The School of Research Science is a thriving and popular international school for students aged 3-18. They opened their doors 25 years ago and they have over 3000 students today. The student cohort is a diverse range of nationalities together with a high proportion of Emirati Nationals. The school is committed to excellence, inclusivity, and community.
They follow the British Curriculum from EYFS to KS5, and they offer excellent modern facilities. The school’s key focus areas include mastery in literacy and numeracy, inquiry-based learning and critical thinking and problem-solving.
The school’s Leadership Team is deeply committed to the wellbeing and success of their staff, and they foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and professional growth. They believe schools flourish when their people flourish.
The job responsibilities include:
As a Head of Year 9, you’ll promote high academic expectations for all students within a year group and monitor the academic progress of students across subjects using assessment data and progress tracking systems.
You’ll identify underachievement within a year group and coordinate appropriate interventions in collaboration with teachers, department leaders, and the leadership team.
You’ll take primary responsibility for the pastoral care and wellbeing of students within a year group and monitor attendance, punctuality, behaviour, and wellbeing. You’ll build strong, positive relationships with students and promote a culture of respect, responsibility, and belonging.
You’ll teach Maths, Science, Computing, Girls' PE, Art, DT or Psychology across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and prepare the students for IGCSE and A level exams.
Skills and Qualifications required:
- PGCE and QTS / QTLS
- Degree in Maths, Science, Computing, PE/Sport, Art, Design or Psychology
- Successful UK teaching experience in Maths, Science, Computing, Girls' PE, Art, DT or Psychology at secondary school level
- Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum
- An outstanding classroom practitioner with an excellent track record of progress and results
- Proven track record of raising educational standards and achievement
- Understanding how to analyse and use data effectively
- Commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and community
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits:
- Tax-Free Salary
- Accommodation / Housing Allowance
- Medical Insurance
- Dependent Visa Support & Medical Insurance
- Tuition Fee Discount
- Flight Allowance
- Teacher Bonus Scheme
Closing date: As soon as possible
Applications and enquiries: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal discussion and to apply for this Head of Year 9 job.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.