11/01/2026
We’re Hiring | School Secretary | Deira Private School – Dubai | British Curriculum | FS2 – Year 9
Deira Private School, a growing and high-performing British Curriculum school in Dubai, is seeking an exceptional, professional, and highly organised School Secretary to join our leadership and administrative team.
This is a pivotal leadership-support role combining front office excellence, academic coordination, and personal assistant responsibilities to the Principal.
🕒 Joining: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred
Key Responsibilities
🏫 Academic & Administrative Support
🔹 Support academic operations, timetables, schedules, assessments, and reporting cycles
🔹 Maintain student academic records, attendance, and documentation
🔹 Coordinate internal meetings, academic calendars, and school events
🔹 Support compliance requirements and school inspections
🔹 Liaise with teaching staff, Heads of Department, and Academic Leadership
👩💼 PA to the Principal
🔹 Act as the primary executive assistant to the Principal
🔹 Manage confidential correspondence, scheduling, and documentation
🔹 Prepare reports, presentations, and official communications
🔹 Coordinate leadership meetings and follow-up actions
🔹 Maintain high standards of professionalism, discretion, and organisation
🏢 Front Office & Parent Relations
🔹 Manage front office operations and ensure outstanding parent experience
🔹 Handle enquiries, admissions coordination, and visitor management
🔹 Ensure effective communication across staff, parents, and leadership
🔹 Liaise with KHDA and external stakeholders when required
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Candidate Profile
✔️ Proven experience in a school environment (essential)
✔️ Strong academic administration & executive assistant skills
✔️ Outstanding communication & interpersonal abilities
✔️ Highly organised, proactive, and solution-oriented
✔️ Excellent command of MS Office & school management systems
✔️ Ability to multitask under pressure with professionalism and calm
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Why Join Deira Private School?
✨ Vision-driven leadership team
✨ Positive, high-performance school culture
✨ Opportunity for growth and career progression
✨ Make a meaningful impact in education excellence
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📩 Apply Now
Send your CV to: [email protected]
Subject line: School Secretary Application