Head of Secondary

2 days ago

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aldar Academies Full time

**Noya British School,**proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand. Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities, entertainment options, and a vibrant international environment, Noya British School creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education.

**The Role**

As the **Head of Secondary**, you will:

- Lead the creation and establishment of the secondary school, including curriculum design, staff recruitment and operational planning.
- Foster an inspiring and aspirational learning environment that supports academic excellence and personal growth.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of educators committed to student success.
- Collaborate closely with the Senior Leadership Team of the whole school to ensure a seamless transition for students progressing from primary to secondary education.
- Drive innovation and best practices in teaching and learning while aligning with the school’s vision and ethos.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community.

**REQUIREMENTS**

**Minimum Qualifications**
- Minimum of a master degree and certification in Educational LeadershipTeaching experience at secondary level in an international school.

**Minimum Experience**
- Minimum of five years of secondary school administrative experience as Assistant/Associate Principal or Head of Division in an international school setting.Leadership experience in curriculum development, instructional strategies and standards based assessment.

**Job Specific Knowledge & Skills**
- Knowledge of IB Programmes and developments
- Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations relating to curriculum, assessment and compliance
- Recent IB CPD
- Commitment to the ideals of international education.
- Ability to prioritise projects and tasks, and to respond to simultaneous requests from various areas.
- Ability to initiate and manage change in the work environment.
- Ability to identify problems, achieve effective solutions, resolve conflict, motivate staff and foster collaboration, and promote sound decision making.Flexibility, patience and egalitarian approach.

**Main Duties**:
**A Strategic direction and development of the department**
- Develop and implement policies and practices for department which reflects the School’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning;
- Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for the development of department;
- Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students;
- Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing;Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T, and EAL students.

**Teaching and learning**
- Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in department for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs;
- Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement;
- Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour;
- Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning;Ensure the department is regularly contributing towards the school’s CAS Programme and after school Booster/Revision Sessions for I/GCSE and IB DP courses.

**Leading and managing staff**
- Performance manage team in accordance with school performance management policy;
- Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards;Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning.

**Managing resources**
- Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources;
- Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s Resource and CapEx budgets;
- Effective use accommodation to create an effective and stimulating environment for teaching and learning in accordance with Learning Environment Policy;Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.

**Other duties and responsibilities**
- Contribute to the school’s CAS Programme by leading/supporting one after-school activity each term, including leader

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