Head of Senior School
The English College Dubai
Dubai
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- Salary:
- Head of Senior School
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2020
- Apply by:
- 3 January 2020
Job overview
Head of Senior School
The English College, Dubai, is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and dynamic educational leader to provide leadership to the Senior School. Experienced in high-level operational and strategic planning, the Head of Senior School is a skilled instructional leader who will support and engage all stakeholders in the implementation of the School’s academic plan.
Reporting to the Principal, the Head of Senior School has the overall responsibility for leading and overseeing academic, pastoral and extra-curricular programmes, and for managing day-to-day operations of the Senior School (Years 10 to 13). The Head of Senior School is proactive in ensuring academic excellence, creating conditions to ensure the Senior School is focused first and foremost on effective teaching and learning. In addition, he/she provides leadership to students and teachers so that the tone, environment, and culture model the values and mission of The English College. The Head of Senior School will work closely with the Vice Principal and Heads of Primary and Middle School to support faculty with curriculum, learning and teaching, and assessment practices aligned to the School’s strategic priorities.
With a demonstrated track record in administrative management and educational leadership, the Head of Senior School is experienced in addressing and resolving complex issues and empowering a positive school culture. The successful candidate should ideally have a Master’s degree in an education related field, as well as successful experience as a Senior School Head or Deputy Head that includes leadership of the development of curriculum and assessment and policy formulation and implementation.
The English College is an established, independent, and co-educational British curriculum all-through school (EYFS through to Year 13). We are well-resourced with great facilities and a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the centre of our mission. Our students are motivated, committed and love learning. Our staff are passionate and outstanding teaching professionals, and we are committed to providing excellent and ongoing CPD opportunities.
The English College is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach.
Please apply by completing the online application form. Closing date for applications is 3rd January 2020. Early applications are strongly encouraged (we reserve the right to appoint early).
Long list / initial Skype interviews will be held between the 10/1/20- 20/1/20. Final interviews will be held in the UK, week beginning January 26th 2020, where appropriate.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The English College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (ICPC or equivalent).
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About The English College Dubai
- The English College Dubai
- Al Safa 1, off Sheikh Zayed Rd, opp. Oasis Mall, PO Box: 11812
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates
Welcome to The English College, a world class British curriculum school with more than 30 years of experience in education from Foundation Stage to Year 13. With Outstanding BSO, and Very Good DSIB ratings The English College engenders excellence in every aspect of school life. Our aim is to inspire confident and passionate learners who make a positive difference in their lives and others.
But we are more than just a school; we are a warm, happy, and vibrant community fostering an inclusive learning environment and creating meaningful connections among colleagues, students, and parents. Our community is culturally rich and diverse with over 1,300 students from 86 countries and we celebrate this.
We recognise that the success of our school is determined by the quality of its team, and we are very proud of our exceptional staff - both academic and support. At the core of our ethos lies a deep commitment to wellbeing. Robust initiatives, comprehensive professional development, and active community engagement underline our dedication to nurturing our team.
The English College is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a growing group of committed colleagues within schools around the world, all of which aspire to be the school of choice in their respective local areas. We are committed to continuous improvement, with learning at the heart of everything we do for our students, colleagues and parents.
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