We are looking for an experienced Head of High School for one of a reputable school located in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi.

To qualify for this role, you should have at least 4 - 5 Years of UAE experience as a High School Head.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Principal / Vice Principal in the effective and efficient leadership and management of the secondary school, including the successful implementation of the school improvement plan

• Ensuring the smooth and effective day-to-day operations of the secondary phase

• Overseeing the continued development of the secondary curriculum across all key stages

• Developing highly effective pastoral systems to ensure the overall personal and academic wellbeing of the students

• Ensuring high levels of student retention and being instrumental in all marketing activities to promote the school to the wider community.

• Overseeing continued improvement in student progress and attainment through high quality teaching and learning and the successful implementation of High Performance Learning

• Ensuring the effective use of assessment strategies and data across the secondary school to inform quality teaching and learning, curriculum development, target setting and ensure students are reaching their academic potential

• Embedding highly effective strategies and opportunities for parental engagement, including regular, high-quality communication between home and school (Pulse)

• The successful candidate will:

• Be a vocational and inspirational educator who supports an inclusive learning environment, with the ability to raise standards for all students

• Have had successful experiences of leading and managing staff resulting in improved learning and student outcomes

• Be knowledgeable and confident of the recent developments relating to GCSE and A Level qualifications and other relevant external pathways

• Be strategic and considered in their actions, with a proven track record in school improvement and self-evaluation processes

• Be someone who is visible within the school community, with presence and exuding gravitas both in their appearance and actions

• Believe strongly in and fully support the wider extracurricular life of the school to develop fully rounded students

Requirements

Languages: English, Arabic

Experience: 4 - 5 years of UAE experience

License: ADEK, Teaching certificates

Qualification: Bachelors or Masters in Primary and Secondary Education

Benefits

Salary: TBD

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