Head of Year 5 and Class Teacher - Middle School - August 2022

Al Mamoura Academy are currently seeking an outstanding Head of Year 5 and Teacher for our Middle School commencing in August 2022.

Al Mamoura Academy is a British curriculum, mixed gender primary school and a girl’s only secondary school located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create “An innovative and sustainable learning community, where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity”. This vision is supported by the Al Mamoura Learner and Teacher DNA which is at the heart of the school community.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Qualities and attributes: 

• A supportive and approachable team player who can collaborate effectively with others.

• A good communicator at all levels. 

• A commitment to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.

• A desire to be part of a school that strives for excellence in all that we do. 

B. Leadership: 

• Contribute to the whole school vision and the strategic direction of the school. 

• To work with the Heads of Departments of English, Maths and Science to develop the Year 5 and 6 curriculum in Middle School – this is an integral part of the role including bridging the gap between Year 5 to 7 provision.

• Lead year group and planning meetings to ensure that the team is well informed, organised and successful.

• Ensure that the learning opportunities for the children are innovative, purposeful and challenging across all curriculum areas. 

• Promote the pastoral care and well-being of children within the year group by ensuring all systems and procedures are followed.

• Effectively line manage a team of teachers and teaching assistants to ensure they are performing successfully against the UAE Teacher Standards.

• Contribute to the school’s Monitoring, Evaluating and Reporting processes and quality assure all aspects of provision within the year group to ensure we are consistently promoting high standards and expectations. 

C. Teaching and learning:

• To be able to teach all areas of the Primary National Curriculum and promote Project Based Learning. 

• Organising the classroom, learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment and support the development of the Al Mamoura USP in this area.

• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.

• Providing support and interventions for students with EAL or who have additional learning needs. 

• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation.

• Marking children’s work in line with the Al Mamoura Academy Marking and Feedback policy.

• Being reflective of lessons taught and student progress made and adjusting planning and curriculum to reflect this.

• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.

• Ensuring that the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attributes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.

• Contribute to the development of teaching and learning across the school by sharing best practice, participating in school CPD and T&L initiatives. 

• To be able to demonstrate effective use of technology through innovative and creative lesson delivery.

D. Assessment and data:

• Taking responsibility for the attainment and progress of a class of primary-age pupils to ensure that they reach above expected expectations.

• Meeting the requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development using appropriate data systems.

• Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning and interventions.

• Providing regular feedback to parents and carers on a student’s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

• To plan, prepare and contribute to termly Pupil Progress meetings.

E. Behaviour management and duties:

• To follow the Al Mamoura Academy behaviour management policy and promote and set high expectations.

• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. 

• Maintain good relationships with pupils and parents and follow the school’s procedures to manage and challenge any rare occurrences of unwanted behaviour.

• Ensure that any concerns relating to behaviour & Safeguarding are accurately followed up on and logged on CPOMS.

F. Wider professional responsibilities

• To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.

• Support with organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.

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

• To run a weekly ECA each term to enhance the provision we offer for our students.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor Degree in a  related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching  qualification.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 2 years Teaching experience in English National Curriculum.

• Leadership experience in a previous setting is desirable. 

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Outstanding teacher

• Teaching across the age ability range with proven success

• Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum

• Strong Inter-personal skills

• A commitment to school’s Vision and USPs 

• Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student

WHAT WE OFFER

Aldar Academies are 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 Academies are 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 opportunities 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.