Deputy Head of Phase

About us:

Fortes Education, Dubai manages Regent International School & Sunmarke School, and the Jumeirah International Nurseries in Dubai.  We are growing our network of schools and nurseries, and aspire to become one of the leading providers of education in the UAE.  We are committed to the pursuit of excellence and leadership in our educational services and practices, and are committed to delivering high quality education provision to the young people and families that we serve.  Our vision is to develop truly exceptional schools that inspire, empower and enlighten pupils and enriches the communities that we form part of.

Fortes Schools will provide students an academically rigorous education supported by a broad and balanced range of learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.  Our curriculum will be enriched through the integration of a holistic “Education in Human Values” (EHV) program which develops character and emotional intelligence.  We aspire to maximise academic achievement, nurture our children to become independent learners, confident individuals, responsible young adults who have the necessary qualifications, skills and values to succeed in an ever-changing world.   

Sunmarke School is our new state-of-the-art flag-ship school having an overall capacity of ~ 3,000 students.  Situated at a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle, Sunmarke will open its doors in September 2016, and will welcome students from EYFS to Year 13.  Sunmarke will offer the National Curriculum for England, followed by GCSE / IGCSE at Key Stage 4, and the A’Level programme of study at 6th Form.

We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through (3-18) school at its inception and to play an important part in our journey to outstanding.

About you:

We are looking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated and inspirational Deputy Head of Phase – EYFS & Primary & Secondary to work alongside the Senior Leaders to establish the EYFS and Primary Phases of our new school & lead the expansion of our well-established secondary phase.  This is an excellent opportunity for an outstanding educational professional to join one of our leading UK National Curriculum schools in Dubai in delivering the highest standards of education to our students.

Qualities we seek in our Senior Leaders:

• Passion and experience as a Leader, adept at delivering the UK NC across the EYFS, Primary & Secondary phases;
• Drive and enthusiasm to inspire and empower teachers and students to excel within and beyond the classroom;
• High expectations that motivate, support and challenge teachers and students alike;
• An unrelenting focus to maximise student attainment, progress and achievement;
• An ability to build and develop highly effective teams, organisational structures and academic processes, whilst maintaining accurate knowledge of the quality of learning, teaching and assessment; 
• Experienced in the coaching and mentoring of staff;
• Flexibility and an eagerness to support the Leadership Team to lead and manage a large school;
• The ability to support the other Senior Leaders to embed an inspirational educational vision, drawing on best educational practices from around the world to shape the school’s strategic direction, within the aims and values of Fortes Education.
• Commercially aware, fully comprehending the crucial importance of “NOR”, of working within budgets, and making the school commercially viable and a sustainable enterprise.
• A person of high values and absolute integrity who will always put the needs of the pupils first.
• Able to work closely with colleagues to ensure that there is a seamless transition between the relevant phases of the school.
• Confident and impressive communicator who can quickly build a first-class team, is respected by all stakeholders, and has the capacity to inspire great learning and world-class outcomes.
• A first class leader who is able to prioritise, has excellent time-management skills, is conversant with latest ICT and socially collaborative education and project management tools that enhance the learning environment.
• The Deputy Head of Phase should hold as a minimum, a B.ED or B.A & PGCE / PGDE or equivalent & have at least 2 years experience in a Leadership post.  Tertiary qualifications such as M.Ed, NPQH / PTC and experience in the independent sector are desirable.

Our Offer:

• Working in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought after work and travel destinations
• Excellent tax-free salary
• Furnished family accommodation
• Relocation allowance
• Medical insurance, free education, annual air-fare allowances for self, spouse & up to 2 minor dependents
• An enthusiastic learning community dedicated to maximising student achievement and to creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom
• Working with a team of driven and supportive colleagues

To Apply:

Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Vacancies.aspx

Interviews will be held via SKYPE and/or at a venue in Dubai or the UK

Application Closing Date 7th February 2016
Appointment Start Date April / Aug 2016