Founding Head of Secondary School

6 hours ago


Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Nord Anglia Education Full time

**Date**:25 Nov 2024**Location**:Abu Dhabi, AE**Job ID**:4351**School**:NAS Abu Dhabi School**Company**:Nord Anglia Education**Founding Head of Secondary School**
- Nord Anglia International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint a passionate, child centred, inspirational, and forward-thinking Founding Head of Secondary School to join at a pivotal stage in the school’s growth and development, commencing August 2025. The role is perfect for a leader who has the drive and ambition to lead the way in education.- The Founding Head of School will be part of the Core Leadership Team consisting of the Head of HR for Abu Dhabi, Head of Operations, Director of Admissions & Marketing, Head of Finance UAE and Head of IT UAE.-
**About Nord Anglia**
- At Nord Anglia Education, our schools shape a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who leave our schools with everything they need for success - whatever they choose to be or do in life. When it comes to creating memorable learning experiences both within and beyond our classrooms, our family of more than 13,000 passionate staff are experts in their academic and commercial professions and play a vital role in the world-class experience our schools provide.- We educate more than 74,000 children in 32 countries, our 84 schools in the Middle East, the Americas, Europe and Asia form our diverse global family, making us the largest provider of premium education in the world.**About the School**
- Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi) lies at the heart of the Emirate, on Al Reem Island. In August 2023, we opened the school’s new, purpose-built campus to our first cohort of students and began to do what Nord Anglia does best: make every moment at school count. Our mission is to help our students prepare for their futures, think creatively outside the box, develop healthy resilience, global awareness, and be team players.**1. Core Requirements**

The Founding Head of Secondary School will lead the creation and development of an exceptional educational institution, overseeing every aspect of the school’s establishment and growth. A critical responsibility will be the successful introduction of the founding A-Level cohort, ensuring the delivery of world-class academic standards and preparing students for prestigious global university placements.

The Founding Head will serve as the driving force in building the school’s reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement while fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for students and staff alike.

In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the Founding Head of Secondary will demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism and will, in particular:

- Drive NAS Abu Dhabi to be a global leader in education, growing the school to be a leading international school locally and globally;
- Embody the school’s values in word and action;
- Gain and maintain the trust and confidence of students, colleagues and parents;
- Be accountable for all aspects of standards in the Secondary School;
- Motivate students and staff to aspire to excellence in all that they do;
- Build strong, high-performing teams;
- Create the conditions for staff to continue to learn;
- Be responsible for safeguarding students and leading pastoral care with oversight of the behaviour and welfare of all students;
- Deploy resources with due diligence, with efficiency and effectiveness;
- Plan strategically for the continual improvement and growth of the Secondary School;
- Take on any other duties required by the Principal;
- Create a culture where excellence is celebrated;
- Developing a culture of high attendance and high achievement;
- Lead the school through the first inspection;
- Have an authentic drive to win it for young people;
- Recruit and build a high calibre team of leaders, educators and support staff who embody the school’s mission and values;
- Create a culture of collaboration, continuous professional development, and shared accountability;
- Provide visionary leadership to inspire staff, students, and parents to achieve shared goals.

**Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks**

**2. Teaching, Learning and the Curriculum**
- Lead the highest standards of teaching and learning by:

- Holding responsibility for educational standards across the Secondary School;
- Providing a curriculum which provides exemplary learning opportunities within and beyond the classroom;
- Maintaining exemplary student behaviour that encourages learning within a purposeful and safe environment;
- Developing and maintaining effective systems for the care and guidance of students, from transition from primary through to university;
- Demonstrating wide-ranging knowledge of effective pedagogy and curriculum;
- Ensuring that our curriculum reflects our place in the UAE;
- Ensuring the powerful use of technology to enhance learning and developing STEAM and design thinking;
- Developing and maintaining a



  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Nord Anglia International School Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates Full time

    **Salary**: Competitive Salary **Job type**: Full Time, Fixed Term **Start date**: Mid August 2025 28 March 2025 **Job overview**: Nord Anglia International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint a passionate, child centred, inspirational, and forward-thinking Founding Head of Secondary School to join at a pivotal stage in the school’s growth and...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aspen Heights British School Full time

    **Description** Secondary - Head of English Role Profile Purpose of Role The Head of English is required to lead, manage and develop the department to ensure it achieves the highest possible standards of excellence in all its activities. They are required to exercise leadership, demonstrate vision, and empower others in order to deliver the agreed...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Nord Anglia Education Full time

    **Date**:17 Oct 2024**Location**:Abu Dhabi, AE**Job ID**:3725**School**:The British International School Abu Dhabi**Company**:Nord Anglia Education**Deputy Headteacher - Secondary** - The British International School Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Headteacher - Secondary to join a well-established, supportive team in a highly...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aspen Heights British School Full time

    **Description** Secondary - Head of Maths Teacher Role Profile Purpose of Role About the School: Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is a truly inclusive school based on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring all children are provided with personalised learning experiences and the proper support to...

  • Secondary Section Head

    3 months ago


    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Ryan Group Full time

    Job description **Responsibilities**: Assess and report student academic performance and needs through testing. Clearly communicate school policies and procedures to parents and staff to ensure effective running of the school. Work with school personnel including counselors, teachers and/or administration to help facilitate student progress. **Additional...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach British School Full time

    **Description** ISP Teacher Role Profile Purpose of Role **Department**: EYFS, Primary, Secondary **Reports To (title)**: Head of FS/Head of Primary/Head of Secondary **Communication & Working Relationships** **Internal** Staff / Students **External **Parents ISP Principles Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach British School Full time

    **Description** **ISP Deputy Head Role Profile** **Purpose of Role** To provide effective leadership and line management of middle leaders and teaching staff in line with the school’s vision, drivers and values and in support of the school’s continuous quality assurance cycle of self-evaluation and school development planning. **ISP...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach British School Full time

    **Description** **ISP Deputy Head Role Profile** **Purpose of Role** To provide effective leadership and line management of middle leaders and teaching staff in line with the school’s vision, drivers and values and in support of the school’s continuous quality assurance cycle of self-evaluation and school development planning. **ISP...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bangladesh Islmia School Full time

    Job Title: Inclusion Head **Job Summary**: The School Coordinator ensures efficient day-to-day operations, supports staff and students, and fosters a positive learning environment. They oversee academics, discipline, administrative tasks, and school activities while acting as a liaison between teachers, parents, and administration. **Key...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Teach Away Full time

    Contract Length: 3 years Number of Vacancies: 1 Student Level: - Middle School, High School - Licensed Teacher **Requirements**: - Education Required: Bachelor - Minimum Teaching Experience: 6 years of teaching experience - Major: Education - Required Certificates: - Teaching Credential/License**Minimum Qualifications**: Bachelor's Degree in Education...

  • Head of Secondary

    6 months ago


    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Workaway Education Full time

    **Job Title**: Head of Secondary **Location**:Al Ain, UAE **Start Date**: January Start **Experience Required**: - Bachelor of Education or PGCE - 2 years successful teaching experience is an advantage - Experience in UK curriculum is an advantage - IGCSE experience is required - Leadership experience required **Salary and Benefits**: - Competitive...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls Full time

    A brief overview of the role can be found below. - Use data to evaluate the Arabic department, teachers, and student performance. - Liaise with the Inclusion Team to improve and develop the provision for students with additional learning requirements, across the school. - Work with the Digital Innovation Team to promote the use of technologies in enhancing...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Raha International School Full time

    **Raha International School**: Raha International School, Khalifa City Campus (KCC) are looking to appoint an Outstanding Secondary Years teacher to join our passionate and dedicated team. At KCC, a member of the Taaleem family of schools, we believe that a successful education is all about inspiration: inspired teaching to drive academic achievement, and...

  • Ict Teacher

    5 months ago


    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Russian school of Abu Dhabi Full time

    **ICT Teacher** **RESPONSIBLE TO** Vice Principal **SUPERVISES** N/A **Purpose of the Job** Subject teachers are responsible for maximizing the academic progress of the students, providing high teaching standards, closely working with colleagues and participating in development of the department or wellbeing of all school. Subject teachers promote a...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aldar Academies Full time

    Aldar Education is currently seeking **Head-Inclusion **for one of our New Charter School in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar Education family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group. As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aspen Heights British School Full time

    **Description** Secondary -Computing Teacher Role Profile Purpose of Role About the School: Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is a truly inclusive school based on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring all children are provided with personalised learning experiences and the proper support to ensure...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Aspen Heights British School Full time

    **Description** **Job Description**: Position Details Position Title Deputy Head of Early Years and Primary Department Academic Report to (Title) Head of Early Years and Primary Direct Reports: Year Group Leaders, Key Stage Leaders, Team Leader / Coordinators Indirect Reports: Teachers, Teaching Assistants Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is a...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach British School Full time

    **Description** **ISP Teacher Profile** **Purpose of Role** To ensure well planned lessons and provide effective, personalised feedback in line with key policies including, but not limited to, T&L, feedback and displays; to ensure students are safe, engaged and challenged to maximise progress and educational outcomes for all. **ISP Principles** **Begin...


  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Teach Away Full time

    Contract Length: 2 years Number of Vacancies: 1 Student Level: - Middle School, High School - Licensed Teacher School Requirements: - Education Required: Bachelor - Minimum Teaching Experience: 1 year of teaching experience - Major: Mathematics - Required Certificates: - Teaching Credential/License- Work Visa Eligibility: United States (USA), United...

  • Assistant Teacher

    6 months ago


    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach British School Full time

    **Description** **ISP Teaching Assistant Role Profile** The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing group of international schools which believes in amazing learning and is committed to getting better all the time. GROWING LEARNING, GROWING SCHOOLS embodies our journey and is what binds us together. We are developing schools for 2-18 year...