Deputy Head (Achievement and Interventions)

We are seeking a dynamic and committed school leader, skilled in assessment and curriculum development, to join us at this exciting time in our development.   

Nestled between the Hajar mountains and the clear blue waters of the Arabian Gulf, Ras Al Khaimah Academy Family of Schools is based in Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost Emirate of the UAE. Just one hour’s drive from Dubai International Airport, the Academy provides UK and IB education to almost 3500 students from 80+ nationalities across its 5 schools. Over the past five years the Academy has grown markedly, in both our student numbers and our reputation for developing academic achievement; certainly the international school of choice in the Emirate. 

We need a Deputy Headteacher, secondary- trained, who can confidently take the lead in overseeing a curriculum organisational structure which best maximises the potential of each and every student. The role will:

o Lead on target setting for whole school with the Executive Principal and Head of Secondary through the strategic use of data by Curriculum Leaders, Team Leaders and SLT to track, monitor and support groups and individual students. 

o Provide leadership and direction for middle leaders (both curriculum and achievement) to enable them to provide targeted and appropriate intervention to raise standards in all the Key Stages.

o Work closely with Assistant Head team to ensure that data and recording is used effectively to inform and improve standards and the quality of teaching across the school. 

o Lead on all aspects of assessment and report writing throughout the school. 

o Ensure consistency, transparency and effectiveness in the approach to student behaviour/achievement across the school. 

o Support and mentor middle leadership to develop their use of data to set and achieve challenging targets for all students.

o Support middle leadership to develop their approaches to Behaviour for Learning to set and achieve challenging targets for all students.

o Through work with the Grade Team Leaders and Heads of Department, ensure that data is used effectively to raise standards of achievement, behaviour and attainment at all key stages. 

o Maintain ‘non-negotiables’ of behaviour for learning across year-groups, working with all stakeholders to ensure exceptional standards of student ethos are maintained. 

The successful candidate will have and be able to demonstrate most of the following:

• At least 5 years of teaching experience

• Relevant experience in a similar role

• Teaching and learning expertise, particularly relating to maximising individual attainment across all groups of students

• Experience of staff appraisal and performance development

• A strong sense of values coupled with a strong understanding of the school’s mission, vision and aims

• A high level of organization, energy and drive to achieve the best outcomes for students

• A high level of openness and honesty in working with colleagues

• A strong teamwork ethic

• An appreciation for the academic and personal issues facing children with language backgrounds other than English

• Experience in open-access, inclusive schools

• The ability to think quickly, respond to situations and be consistent in decision-making.

We Offer:

An attractive employment package that includes tax free salary, two free school places, accommodation allowance and medical insurance, end of service gratuity and annual travel allowance. In addition, we provide a supportive working environment with a commitment to Professional Development.

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RAK Academy Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must have undergone child protection screening and any offer of appointment will be subject to the relevant checks.