Gary Bryden

Gary Bryden has a diverse work experience in the education sector. Gary is currently serving as the Assistant Head Teacher at The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys, where they also hold the roles of Child Protection Officer and Safeguarding Lead - Secondary, as well as Pastoral Leader & PowerSchool Coordinator. Prior to this, they worked at Jeddah Prep and Grammar School as the Assistant Head of Grammar and Activities Director. Gary also served as the Deputy Head Teacher at Kilwinning Academy and held various responsibilities such as SMT Line Manager for Health & Wellbeing, Technologies, and Art. Additionally, they worked at Irvine Royal Academy as the Curriculum Coordinator for the Pupil Development Team and earlier as the Principal Teacher of Pastoral Support.

Gary Bryden completed their education history with a focus on educational leadership and administration. From 2020 to 2022, they attended IOE - UCL's Faculty of Education and Society to pursue a degree in NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship). Prior to that, they attended The University of Edinburgh from 1998 to 2002, earning a Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. Their earlier education was completed at Loudoun Academy from 1992 to 1998, although specific degree information was not provided. In addition to their formal education, Gary obtained additional certifications, including Appleteacher from Apple in June 2020, and the Standard for Full Registration from the General Teaching Council for Scotland in July 2003.