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Assistant Headteacher - Responsible for EYFS

Assistant Headteacher - Responsible for EYFS

Al Rabeeh Academy

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Salary:
Competitive (Tax Free)
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
August 2018
Apply by:
14 May 2018

Job overview

Assistant Headteacher - Early Years

Al Rabeeh Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Assistant Headteacher for the Primary school to start in August 2018. 

Al Rabeeh Academy welcomed its first students in September 2017 and is an all through FS1 to Year 13 International Private School, complete with brand new state of the art facilities.

The Academy offers the National Curriculum for England, alongside Arabic Language, Islamic Studies and Social Studies (taught by Arabic teachers). The post holder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team you should already have senior leadership experience within a vibrant and diverse school and be ready to take on the next challenging stage of your career. The successful candidate will have the energy, charisma, personality and educational philosophy to drive standards across the phase and develop close and genuine relationships with staff, students and parents. Candidates should have a genuine commitment to child initiated and active learning, putting children first and ensuring that they are challenged as individuals.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Education or other relevant field with a teaching qualification, and have at least 5 years teaching experience in a Primary department, with at least 3 of them in a senior leadership role. Candidates must also have recent experience either in a UK school, or of teaching the English National Curriculum and it is essential you are a fluent English speaker.

Applicants must demonstrate:

We are seeking to appoint energetic, highly motivated and inspirational teachers to take a strategic role in the leadership and management of the School/Academy in partnership with the Director of Schools and our aspirational senior leadership teams. The successful candidate(s) will be non-class based with some teaching responsibility and will lead on both department and whole school initiatives. With an excellent knowledge of the English National Curriculum, a minimum of five years’ teaching experience and proven successful leadership experience, you will show both a commitment to, and the impact you have had, on whole school improvement.

We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate:

  • Incredibly high expectations for themselves and others 
  • an aptitude to lead, motivate and inspire others with a proven track record in managing change
  • respect the views of parents, and show an appreciation for the importance of parental support in the learning process
  • an excellent understanding of what makes an outstanding teacher
  • a proven track record in commitment to excellence, and the maximising of academic and personal achievement for all children
  • successful performance management, quality assurance processes, monitoring and appraisal of others 
  • an ability to foster effective relationships with students, parents and other stakeholders
  • an innovative practice and a desire for career progression 
  • successful experience in school improvement planning and the school self-evaluation process
  • resilience and a solutions focused work ethic and a willingness to go the extra mile

In return we will provide:

  • a friendly welcoming school community
  • a supportive Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees
  • a dedicated, hard-working and supportive staff team
  • excellent opportunities for professional development

Package Details:

  • Competitive salary (tax free) 
  • High quality furnished accommodation, plus utilities 
  • Annual return air ticket / allowance 
  • Comprehensive medical insurance cover
  • End of service gratuity
  • Visa arranged by the school

To apply please forward an up-to-date CV, covering letter which includes an outline of your curricular and leadership strengths and photograph to the Principal and Director of Schools, Ms. Alison Lamb at jobs@alrabeehac.ae

Please add "Primary Assistant Headteacher" in the subject area of your email response, along with your full name. Closing date for applications is May 15th 2018, but Skype and telephone interviews may take place ahead of this date so an early application is advantageous. Whilst we thank all applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About Al Rabeeh Academy

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Al Rabeeh Academy is a beautiful, purpose built school, opened in August 2017 and is a part of a growing network of schools. The Al Rabeeh name has been synonymous throughout the city for high quality education and pastoral care since 1979. Our school is a member of British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) which provides excellent opportunities for inter-school competitions, tournaments and CPD.

Al Rabeeh Academy is a bilingual private school from FS1 to Year 13, delivering the English National Curriculum, alongside Arabic. Successful candidates will be highly committed team players with the drive, energy and passion to develop Al Rabeeh Academy, where there may be opportunities for internal promotion, as the academy grows.

Values and vision

Al Rabeeh School prides itself on being a caring, family school with a strong sense of national identity and this is something aimed to be replicated in its new Academy. All English Curriculum teachers have English as their first language and are English Curriculum trained or have English National Curriculum teaching experience. There is also a very strong Arabic and Islamic Studies Department staffed by well qualified Arab teachers.

The Academy has a high commitment to academic success and providing a well-rounded education. Teachers are committed to challenging and inspiring each student to achieve their dreams and to become passionate learners. Teachers strive to make learning relevant and fun. A core aim of the Academy is to increase children’s awareness of 21st Century learning skills, while focusing on innovation and technology, in order to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.

https://www.alrabeehacademy.ae/

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