Principal Secretary - School Administration
Posted date [2026-06-04]
(ID: 46101)
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LEAMS Education is a leading K-12 educational organization in the United Arab Emirates, with over 40 years of experience in nurturing future leaders through quality education. Founded by Mr. Abdul Lahir Hasan, LEAMS operates five campuses in Dubai and serves over 10,000 students from more than 50 nationalities. The organization employs between 51 and 200 staff members and generates an estimated revenue of $11M to $100M. LEAMS Education offers a range of services, including the delivery of UK and CBSE curricula, and emphasizes technology-driven learning. Its state-of-the-art facilities feature STEAM labs, robotics projects, and well-being centers, supporting both academic and personal growth. The schools under LEAMS include Apple International School, The Oxford School, The Indian Academy, and Apple International Community School, each providing diverse educational programs and inclusive learning environments. LEAMS is committed to accessibility and high-quality education, aiming to empower students to lead with innovation and resilience.([Apollo][1]) For the latest job opportunities at LEAMS Education, please visit careersingulf.com.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Principal Secretary - School AdministrationJob Snapshot
Role: Principal Secretary - School Administration
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education Management
Function: Administration
Experience: Minimum 1 year UAE experience in a similar role
Job Type: Full-time
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Education Management
Function: Administration
Salary: 6000-9000 monthly
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Female
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Principal Secretary - School Administration in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Education Management role focused on providing organized, confidential, and professional administrative support to the School Principal. This position is suitable for an experienced school secretary or administrative professional with UAE experience, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage daily office coordination in a fast-paced school environment.
Role Context
The Principal Secretary - School Administration will support the Principal with correspondence, scheduling, documentation, communication, visitor handling, and general school administration. The role requires a dependable candidate who can maintain confidentiality, coordinate efficiently with staff and parents, handle school records accurately, and support smooth day-to-day operations. The successful candidate should be physically present in the UAE, available to join immediately, and preferably under sponsor or spouse visa.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct administrative and secretarial support to the School Principal.
* Manage the Principal’s calendar, appointments, meetings, reminders, and daily schedules.
* Handle incoming calls, emails, visitors, and official correspondence in a professional manner.
* Prepare letters, memos, reports, meeting notes, circulars, and other school documents as required.
* Maintain confidential records, files, documents, and communication related to school operations.
* Coordinate with teachers, parents, students, administrative staff, and school leadership on behalf of the Principal.
* Assist in organizing meetings, parent appointments, school events, leadership discussions, and administrative activities.
* Receive and guide visitors while maintaining a courteous and professional front-office approach.
* Support daily school office operations, including documentation, filing, follow-ups, and communication tracking.
* Take meeting notes when required and prepare clear summaries or action points for circulation.
* Maintain accurate records of correspondence, approvals, schedules, and administrative requests.
* Support the Principal with timely completion of assigned tasks and follow-up with relevant departments.
* Assist with school communication, staff coordination, parent queries, and internal announcements.
* Use MS Office and school systems to prepare documents, update records, and manage administrative information.
* Follow school policies related to confidentiality, safeguarding, communication, documentation, and professional conduct.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in any subject is mandatory.
* Minimum 1 year of UAE experience in a similar role is mandatory.
* Previous experience as a Principal Secretary, School Secretary, Executive Secretary, or Administrative Assistant will be an advantage.
* Female candidates under sponsor or spouse visa are preferred.
* Candidate should be physically present in the UAE.
* Ability to join immediately is required.
* Strong English communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules, documents, and multiple tasks.
* Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and professional office etiquette.
* Ability to work effectively with school leadership, teachers, parents, visitors, and administrative teams.
* Good working knowledge of MS Office and general office systems.
* Professional, responsible, punctual, and able to work in a busy school environment.
Skills Set
* Principal secretary support
* School administration
* Executive secretarial support
* Calendar management
* Meeting coordination
* Office administration
* Parent communication
* Visitor handling
* Phone and email handling
* Document preparation
* Filing and records management
* Confidential correspondence
* MS Office
* Administrative coordination
* Report preparation
* Staff coordination
* School communication
* Time management
* Task follow-up
* English communication
* UAE school experience
* Sponsor visa
* Spouse visa
* Immediate joining
Why Join Us
This opportunity is ideal for a Principal Secretary who wants to support school leadership in a professional Dubai education environment. The role offers the chance to work closely with the Principal, contribute to smooth administrative operations, support communication across the school, and grow within a structured and collaborative workplace.
About the Company
LEAMS Education operates British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai with a strong focus on academic quality, organized school operations, professional growth, and student-centered learning. The group supports its teams through collaborative work practices, clear administrative systems, and a positive school culture that helps employees contribute meaningfully to daily school success.
