Director of Arabic Curriculum

Brighton College, Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint an outstanding leader to drive strategic development of the College’s Arabic medium departments (Islamic Studies, Social Studies, Arabic). This position is a new College position. The person appointed will be part of the College Leadership Team and will be expected to play an integral role in the implementation of the school’s development plan.  The Director of Arabic should be a skilful communicator capable of inspiring team of committed classroom practitioners and establishing a learning culture that seeks to enable every pupil to flourish in their academic pursuits, both inside and outside of the classroom. 

The role is a challenging one, requiring collaboration with senior and middle leaders, an advanced understanding of best educational practice and a willingness to implement, lead and manage change. 

The successful candidate will be required to set high standards of themselves and others, be resilient and will conduct themselves with consummate integrity. In doing so, they will be supported by a highly effective team of senior and middle leaders and a pupil and parent body committed to the achievement of excellence. 

The College’s principal aim, simply stated, is to become the leading provider of 3-18 education in the Middle East; the successful candidate will have a key role in delivering this vision. 

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.”