Head of Primary School - British School Al Rams

The Role

The Board and Executive Principal of RAK Academy are seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Primary School to lead British School Al Rams from August 2023. The Head of School will be expected to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results in all aspects of the school. The successful candidate will promote an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the school and the Senior Leadership Team. Ultimately, he/she will be responsible for ensuring that the curriculum, teaching, and assessment practices inspire high levels of engagement, achievement and progress for students of all abilities.

The School

British School Al Rams opened in September 2018 and is located in the north of Ras Al Khaimah, nestled at the foot of the Hajar Mountains. The school serves communities in the north of Ras Al Khaimah emirate and the majority of pupils are from local Emirati families. Currently with just under 300 pupils, the maximum capacity of the school will be 600 pupils.

The school is a small, friendly place of learning, based in a caring, close-knit community. It prides itself on being a child- centred, happy environment that fosters a love of learning in all its pupils. The school follows the National Curriculum for England as a framework, which it then adapts to ensure a conceptual, integrated, and enriched learning experience for its young learners.

British School Al Rams offers a healthy balance of lessons taught by class teachers and specialists. Class teachers teach core subjects (English, Mathematics, and Science) plus Social Studies (History and Geography) and Moral Education. Specialist teaching is provided in Arabic, Islamic, and Arabic Social Studies. Physical Education, Music, Art, and Computing are all part of the adapted curriculum. The school aims to produce happy and successful global citizens, ready to take their place in the world.

RAK Academy

Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) Academy is one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious school groups in the United Arab Emirates. It provides not-for-profit, non-selective, international standard education for students from Pre-KG (Foundation Stage) to Grade 12 (Year 13) located in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. It was originally founded in 1975 to provide education for the children of British expatriates in the Emirate. Since 1988, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the school has evolved to cater for students of all nationalities and abilities.

'Learning excellence with a community heart' is RAK Academy’s core value with a strong belief that a ‘care’ ethos, combined with a deep respect for difference and diversity, is the foundation of all academic endeavour and success. The Academy commits, first and foremost, to do what is best for the student. The result is a world-class international education, with a choice of internationally recognized curricula.

Remuneration Package

● Attractive tax-free salary inclusive of housing allowance.

● Flights at the beginning and end of contract for employee, spouse and dependants 18 years and below.

● Medical coverage for employee, spouse and 2 dependent children 18 years and below.

● Annual travel allowance for employee, spouse and dependants 18 years old and below.

● Two free school places for children 18 years old and below.

For an informal discussion with the Executive Principal about this opportunity, please contact his PA, Joud Sarmini on +971 (0)7 236 2441, or joud.sarmini@rakacademy.org

How to Apply 

To apply for the post, please visit complete the TES application form and submit your up-to-date CV and a letter of application. The letter should incorporate how you meet the person specification, why you are applying for the position and what attributes and qualities you would bring to the role. Full details can be found in the candidate pack below. 

Key Dates

• Closing date: 21st February 2023

• First Round Interviews: 2nd and 3rd March 2023 (virtual)

• Final Round Interviews:13th and 14th March 2023 (Ras Al Khaimah)

RAK Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks.

RAK Academy reserves the right to appoint a successful candidate prior to the closing date, and so an early application is advantageous.