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Assistant Head of Pre-Prep School

Assistant Head of Pre-Prep School

Brighton College, Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
17 February 2020

Job overview

Brighton College Abu Dhabi is seeking an outstanding Assistant Head of Pre-Prep School commencing August 2020. 

Founded in 2011 at a prime location on Abu Dhabi Island on a purpose-built state-of-the-art campus, the College is heavily over-subscribed and was rated outstanding in all six categories at the most recent ADEK inspection.

It is a vibrant, busy and fulfilling place to work, but one where every teacher is expected to 'give their all'. 

The Assistant Head will work closely with the Head and Deputy of Pre-Prep to lead and manage the day-to-day curriculum and administrative matters of the Pre-Prep School of the College.

The Assistant Head is central to the education of children in the Pre-Prep School. This is a demanding and varied role in which the teacher will need to have a genuine love of working with young children, to share in their wonder and to inspire them to learn. They will need to have a genuine passion for teaching and learning and understand how young children learn and grow both academically and socially and emotionally. 

Our positioning as a leading school in the region and our GCSE results are a testament to the dedication, high standards and hard work of our staff. Teachers are supported and nurtured with CPD opportunities, identified through a combination of personal goals and the school’s development targets. 

Packages are amongst the best globally with an excellent salary and a strong benefits package.  Opportunities for promotion exist either within the school or within the growing Brighton family of schools.

Brighton College, Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and other agencies and must provide an ACRO check if currently working in the UK.

NOTE:  We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.

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About Brighton College, Abu Dhabi

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+971 815 6500

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Mixed state school Brighton College Abu Dhabi educates around 1,650 pupils aged between three and 18 across its Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior schools. A Sixth Form (Year 12) opened in September 2014. Based on Abu Dhabi Island in a purpose-built campus next to Khalifa Park the has 144 academic staff and more than 100 support staff. It was the first of Brighton College UK’s sister schools in the United Arab Emirates, joined in September 2013 by Brighton College Al Ain.

Headteacher

Craig Lamshed​​​​

Acting Headmaster Brighton College Abu Dhabi & General Manager ‑Brighton Colleges


Values and Vision

Brighton College Abu Dhabi believes its students can reach their potential when their efforts are valued, celebrated and shared. One of its most important aims is to nurture intellectual curiosity and confident debate, as well as involving pupils in a wide variety of extracurricular activities. It is hoped this well help them become well-rounded human beings who can make a real contribution to society after they leave the school. The traditions of British independent school education are also valued, including links with Brighton College UK and the other schools in the Brighton family. The school seeks to be underpinned by a vibrant and energetic community. It promotes a love of learning for its own sake, a spiritual awareness and an enthusiasm for the world beyond the classroom, including sport, music and the performing arts. Pupils are taught to respect differences in others and recognise the efforts and achievements of all in their community.

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