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Head of Foundation Stage (AY 2023/24 start) - Al Muna Academy, Abu Dhabi

Head of Foundation Stage (AY 2023/24 start) - Al Muna Academy, Abu Dhabi

Muna British Academy

United Arab Emirates

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
31 January 2023

Job overview

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Head-Foundation Stage for Al Muna Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing next academic year, 2023-24.

Al Muna Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently rated ‘Outstanding’ by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) Serving over 700 students from Nursery – Year 6 we follow the National Curriculum of England.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.


Responsibilities:

Strategic direction and development of the department:

• In consultation with SLT, develop and implement policies and practices for the year group which reflects the School’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning.

• Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for the year group.

• Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students. 

• Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and year group/school’s SEF writing.

• Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated for all courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T, and EAL students. 


Teaching and learning:

• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression in FS year groups for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs.

• Establish clear policies and practices for assessing, recording, and reporting on student achievement.

• Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behavior. 

• Observing lessons through drop ins, learning walks and formal observations.

• Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of the FS year groups and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning.

• Ensure the year groups are regularly contributing towards the school’s curriculum, standards, and assessment practices. 


Leading and managing staff:

• Participate in the Aldar Education performance management cycle. Performance manage year group team in accordance with established performance management policy.

• Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with year group staff, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability, and high professional standards.

• Hold regular staff meetings with minutes and agendas focused on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning.

• To identify development areas of staff and propose and deliver staff trainings as necessary.


Managing resources:

• Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources.

• Maintain efficient and effective control of the year group’s resources and CapEx budgets. 

• Effectively use resources to create an effective and stimulating environment for teaching and learning.

• Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times. 


Other duties and responsibilities:

• Contribute to the school’s ECA Programme by leading at least one after-school activity once a week for the academic year.

• Participate in year group meetings with other Phase Leaders and SLT, including preparation for and action from year group progress meetings and data analysis, liaising with families, feeding into and from meetings, supporting colleagues in developing their classroom practice, leading new initiatives to improve standards, 

• To work collaboratively with other year group leaders to address all school related matters and ensure that all relevant operational structures, such as the master timetable supervision, roster, etc, are effectively implemented. 

• Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student’s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes – PTMs.

• Take initiative of own and staff’s professional development for successful execution of roles and responsibilities. 

• Any other duties as assigned by SLT within the overall function, commensurate with the grading and level of responsibility of the post.


Requirements: 

  • Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education or Early Years Education with a mandatory post teaching qualification (PGCE or similar).   
  • Minimum Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching the England National curriculum (ENC).


 Job Specific Knowledge & Skills: 

  • Experience working with students whom English is not their first language (EAL) students.
  • Mandatory experience teaching the England National Curriculum in an early years setting.
  • To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team.
  • Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
  • To be able to prioritize workload and multitask.
  •  IT Literate and familiar with online technologies to aid in 21st century teaching.
  •  Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment.


Application:

A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via the career page.


WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

About Muna British Academy

+971 501 4777

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Muna British Academy opened in September 2009. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, outdoor swimming pool, well stocked library, a large multi-purpose hall and gym, a number of computer suites and outdoor play areas.

Muna British Academy is a very happy, purposeful place for children to learn. Children love coming to our school. We pride ourselves on the progress children make, the quality of relationships in the school and the ways that we ensure that children are safe and well cared for. Although we have almost 100 staff and over 700 pupils, visitors regularly comment on our family atmosphere and happy community feel.

When recruiting staff, we are lucky to be inundated with applications which means that we can pick the very best in the world. All of our teaching staff are experienced, well qualified and motivated to provide the very best education we can. Our class teachers have experience of teaching the English Curriculum and come from the UK and Australia.

It is easy for us to write all these things, but to find out what our school is really like, why not come and see us? We would love to show you around!

For further information about our school, please go to our website www.almunaprimary.sch.ae

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