Job Description

Primary Purpose of role: The core purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results in all aspects of Secondary School life. The Secondary Deputy Headteacher promotes an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the Secondary School and the Senior Leadership Team. Ultimately, the Secondary Deputy Headteacher is, with the schoolaEUR(TM)s leadership team, responsible for ensuring that the curriculum, teaching and assessment practices inspire high levels of engagement, achievement and progress for students of all abilities. Key Responsibilities: Inspirational and Strategic Leadership

Promote TaaleemaEUR(TM)s mission of aEUR~inspiring young mindsaEUR(TM) - our vision of being the most respected provider of education in the Gulf and our core values and strategic platforms. Promote an inspiring vision dedicated to high standards that is shared by all members of the Secondary School. Initiate, prioritise and lead Secondary School improvement activities through effective strategic leadership and planning which supports the vision, mission and values of Taaleem. Display a high level of professional competence in all areas of responsibility with a particular focus on excellence on data and assessment. Experience in all aspects of the UAE National Agenda targets preferable. Demonstrate exceptional understanding and application of the DSIB framework to drive improvement. Communicate a clear view of the Secondary SchoolaEUR(TM)s aims so that all staff know what is required of them and are competent and committed to achieving the schoolaEUR(TM)s goals. Distribute leadership effectively to achieve high standards of learning and personal development by creating an ethos of collective responsibility and mutual support. Inspire and empower senior leaders, middle leaders, teachers and support staff by clearly defining all roles and aligning these roles with school priorities. Be receptive and respond to external evaluation of the school and manage the process professionally and very efficiently with your senior colleagues. Work effectively with school governance teams (Taaleem Central Office Governance Team, School Advisory Board, and Parent Teacher Association) and Taaleem Heads of Schools to ensure informed and responsive decision making, which help to direct change and effective management of school resources. Ensure that the levels of studentsaEUR(TM) attainment and the quality of teaching successfully align with the Secondary SchoolsaEUR(TM) promise to parents. Clearly and comfortably delegate work, trusting and empowering others to perform. Provide regular feedback and motivation to others to successfully achieve their targets. Encourage others to contribute, creating a spirit of teamwork and opportunities for cooperation and collaboration between departments. Contribute time and expertise to the professional development of Taaleem teachers and leaders. Deputise for the Headteacher of Secondary in their absence. Participate and lead professional development workshops in the UAE, including events run by the Knowledge Human Development Authority (KHDA). #J-18808-Ljbffr