Aldar Education are currently seeking an inspirational school leader for the position of
Principal at
West Yas Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing
Academic Year .

West Yas Academy is situated on Yas Island, the home of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Ferrari World, in a purpose-built campus with world class facilities designed to provide learners with a future-focused curriculum set in vibrant learning environments and equipped with the latest technology.

The school delivers the US Massachusetts Curriculum, the most highly regarded US curriculum with close ties to Harvard and MIT.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic, operational, and financial responsibility for the school
• Strategic direction and leadership of school improvement
• Provide inspiring and purposeful leadership for the staff, students, and the wider community
• To develop a school improvement plan founded in a secure understanding of data and classroom observation
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the school and the quality of teaching and learning
• Continue to maintain an environment that promotes and secures outstanding teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour.
• Improve the existing system for the management of staff performance, incorporating target setting and individual development plans
• Continue to develop an organisation in which all staff feel valued and recognise that they are accountable for the success of the school

Minimum Qualifications

• BA in Education or BA Degree with relevant teaching qualification is essential
• Master's in education or similar level qualification essential

Minimum Experience

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in education
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior leadership position
• Job Specific Knowledge & Skill

Ability to establish positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including the Board and Strategic Governance Group is essential

Ability to understand the operational and financial requirements to manage a successful school is essential.

WHAT WE OFFER
Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE.

We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders.

We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places.

Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

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