Head - English (Primary) Mamoura British Academy - (January 2027)

Role overview

Minimum qualifications and experience

• A bachelor degree in Education or a related subject with PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification is required.
• At least three years of teaching experience in the English National Curriculum is required.
• Leadership experience is desirable.
• Experience working in more than one international school is desirable.

Knowledge and skills

• Demonstrated success teaching across the primary age and ability range.
• Passion for education and belief in the potential of every student.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and communicate with all levels of the school community.

Leadership responsibilities

• Contribute to the whole-school vision and strategic direction.
• Lead team and planning meetings.
• Line-manage teachers and teaching assistants against UAE Professional Teacher Standards.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and quality assurance processes.
• Participate in the school's bespoke Middle Leader training programme.

Teaching and learning

• Teach all areas of the Primary English National Curriculum.
• Organise classrooms, learning resources, and displays to support a positive learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present lessons for the full range of pupil abilities.
• Evidence pupil work in line with the school's marking and feedback policy.
• Share best practice and participate in CPD and teaching and learning initiatives.
• Use technology through innovative and creative lesson delivery.

Assessment and pupil progress

• Take responsibility for the attainment and progress of a class of children.
• Assess and record pupil development using Learning Ladders.
• Use assessment data to guide further planning and interventions.
• Provide regular progress feedback to parents and carers.
• Plan, prepare, and contribute to termly pupil progress meetings.

Behaviour and safeguarding

• Follow the school's behaviour management policy and promote TRACK Values.
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils and parents and manage unwanted behaviour through school procedures.
• Model the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Complete playground and other duties in a punctual, interactive, and proactive manner.
• Follow up and log behaviour and safeguarding concerns accurately in CPOMS.

Employer information and benefits

• Aldar Education operates child-centred and innovative schools across the UAE.
• The employer offers remuneration and benefits and places emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training.
• Appointment offers are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.