Assistant Principals (Secondary) – Aug 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

Assistant Principals – Secondary Schools
  
Location: Sharjah, UAE
Region: Middle East
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: Australian (Victoria) 
Length of Contract: 2 years (renewable)
  
This school group is seeking experienced and committed Assistant Principals to join the Senior Leadership Teams and support the strategic leadership at secondary level across various school campuses in Sharjah, UAE, particularly at campuses on the East Coast.
  
These roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to whole-school improvement, lead curriculum and/or wellbeing portfolios, and work closely with the Campus Principal and Group leadership to ensure high-quality educational outcomes for all students.
  
This is a leading international education provider in the UAE, educating students from over 80 nationalities. An Australian school group offering the Australian (Victorian) curriculum to 4000+ students, this is the largest provider of the Victorian F-10 curriculum outside Australia.
  
The Location
  
Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE, and these school sites are located on the east coast of this stunning emirate, in cities primed for rapid development. School staff often live in the nearby emirate of Fujairah, meaning you can enjoy coastal living only a short distance from the campuses. On the East Coast of the UAE, rugged mountains meet serene beaches, and mangrove forests thrive amidst the desert landscape.  People who live in this area benefit from the active lifestyle that the environment encourages, but the excitement of Dubai is only an hour and a half away. 
  
Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to school leadership, policy development, and decision-making as a member of the Campus SLT
• Lead curriculum and/or wellbeing initiatives aligned with the school’s strategic priorities
• Support the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive education program in line with Group policies
• Promote a safe, equitable, and supportive learning environment with a strong focus on student well-being
• Support staff performance, professional learning, and development
• Assist with staff recruitment in collaboration with the Head of School and Group Central Office
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community, demonstrating cultural sensitivity
• Support compliance with UAE educational and operational requirements, including MOE and SPEA
• Assist with the effective use of school resources, facilities, and services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education (minimum)
• Recognised teaching qualification and current registration (e.g. VIT, QTS) preferred
• Regional Experience is an advantage (Middle East)
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a senior or middle leadership role within a school (e.g. Assistant Principal, Head of Department, Year Level Leader)
• Experience with the Australian Curriculum is advantageous but not essential
• Strong understanding of curriculum, teaching and learning, and/or student wellbeing frameworks
• Proven leadership, communication, and people-management skills
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach to school improvement
• Commitment to student well-being, professional growth, and educational excellence

Benefits

• Competitive employment package including tax-free salary
• Housing options – furnished apartment or allowance (financial contribution)
• Annual flight allowance (employee, spouse, and up to two children)
• Health insurance (employee, spouse and up to two children)
• Discounted tuition fees
• Ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• End of service gratuities
• 2 year contract with renewal options

About ANZUK Education
 
ANZUK Education has supported educators since 2004. We’re able to fully support schools and educators by finding the right educator, right place, right time. Our International Schools Team is dedicated to ensuring equity in education for students by connecting great teachers to schools that truly value them.  
  
Next steps
  
Please contact the international team at international@anzuk.education with an updated CV to discuss the role, school and location in more detail.  We are here to help guide and support you with your next international career move.  Apply now!