School Principal (for August 2023)
Al Jazeera Academy
Qatar
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive tax free salary and international package
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 30 March 2023
Job overview
Al Jazeera Academy is a member of the Ta'allum Group of Schools. Ta'allum Group is a growing and successful organization consisting of three renowned partner Schools. Due to oversubscription, there are plans to open two new Academies in Doha in the near future.
We seek an enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious School Principal for our school who is committed to the highest standards and who can demonstrate leadership and management skills compatible with our school's vision, mission, and values.
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptionally talented and ambitious leader to work with the Ta’allum Governing Board, the Academy Leadership, and the whole staff team to create a dynamic learning environment that inspires and challenges every student to fulfill their full potential.
Al Jazeera Academy is a very popular, vibrant, and oversubscribed ‘all through’ Academy, of 1800 students with KG, Primary and Secondary schools. Al Jazeera successfully achieved Western Association of Schools and Colleges accreditation with a full six-year designation. The Academy also holds Microsoft ‘Expert School’ status. Students experience a unique blend of modern, international education, based on the English National Curriculum, leading to IGCSE and AS examinations, combined with an emphasis on Arabic language, heritage and culture. This is a unique opportunity to lead the Academy in providing for the educational needs of our mainly Qatari student population with our mission to develop ‘Academic leaders with Islamic values.’ This is all in support of the Emir’s 2030 Vision for the State of Qatar.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an excellent record of outstanding leadership experience, in the UK or internationally, along with strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness. Key attributes for this post include exceptional communication skills, ‘visibility’ as a leader, and the integrity to be a role model for the Academy. The Principal’s role requires a clear focus on ensuring outstanding teaching and learning across all phases of the Academy. Candidates must be committed to working in partnership with the wider family of Ta’allum schools and to engaging with parents to forge effective partnerships.
The successful candidate will actively share and promote the core values and ethos of Ta’allum Group and Al Jazeera Academy and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.
Main Responsibilities:
• Strategic direction, operational and financial responsibility for the Academy
• Academy improvement through a clear focus on securing outstanding teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour.
• Providing purposeful leadership for the staff, students and the wider community
• Planning for Academy improvement based on a secure understanding of data and classroom observation
• Developing effective links with the wider Academy community including business, to extend the curriculum and enhance teaching and learning.
• Further developing the existing management of staff performance, incorporating target setting and individual development plans
• Continuing to develop an organisation in which all staff feel valued and recognise that they are accountable for the success of the Academy.
Salary and Benefits Package:
• Competitive Tax-free salary, depending upon qualifications & experience
• Fully Furnished Apartment with paid utilities
• Joining/repatriation ticket, Yearly annual return ticket, visa and residency for self, spouse and 3 nominated children.
• Private medical insurance for self, spouse and 3 nominated dependents.
• Free Schooling at Ta’allum Group Schools - 100% discount on tuition, registration and exam fees.
• End of Service Benefit Gratuity of 21 days of basic salary as per Qatar Labour law.
Paperwork Requirements:
- Notarized and Attested academic degrees, teaching certificates, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates. You will be advised of school requirements.
- The selected applicant will be required to provide criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before employment is confirmed. Candidates from outside the authority of the DBS will be required to provide an approved Certificate from the similar authority in the Country in which he/she is currently residing.
Applications:
- Interviews by Zoom.
- To apply for this post please submit the completed application form and supporting statement outlining your leadership skills, experience and motivation for joining the Ta’allum Group team in Doha. Completed applications should be submitted using the TES Portal and online application form.
- Enquiries and the chance to arrange an informal discussion about the post can be made to recruitment@taalumgroup.com
- Please visit our websites – www.taalumgroup.com and http://aja.edu.qa/ to find out more about Al Jazeera Academy and the Ta’allum Group of schools.
- You can also find us on social media portals such as Instagram @ taallumgroup or aja.qatar
Ta’allum Academies are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and any offer of appointment will be subject to any relevant clearance from all appropriate safeguarding authorities.
About Al Jazeera Academy
Al Jazeera Academy - A Unique Cultural Experience
Al Jazeera Academy provides a wonderful experience for prospective staff to work and grow in a unique cultural setting. Our students are mostly native Qatari, well motivated, courteous and a pleasure to work with. The Islamic Values which underpin the school's ethos are universal. Both Muslim and non Muslim teachers are welcome to apply. The emphasis is on respect.
Located in Doha in Qatar, in total, there are almost 1800 students (KG through to Year 12) in Al Jazeera Academy. Al Jazeera is an English National Curriculum School which originally opened in September 2002, it caters for students from 3 to 18 years of age. The Academy provides three integrated learning environments, a well-resourced Kindergarten, a large Primary and a Secondary Boys' and Girls' School.
Students follow an adapted version of the English National Curriculum with approximately 25% of the curriculum set aside for Arabic Medium subjects, including Islamic Studies and Qatar History. Although the students are EAL learners they are immersed in English from an early age and increasing majority will study for first language IGCSE and AS level qualifications. External exam results are on an impressively rising trend and standards tend to be well above published UK national averages . Virtually all students progress to university either in the UK or US or attending the Qatar based universities situated in Education City.
The Academy holds current Qatar National Schools Accreditation and was also recently accredited with the prestigious Western Association of Schools and Colleges.as a benchmark of international quality.
The Ta'allum Group of Schools
In addition to being successful in its own right, Al Jazeera Academy is a member of the Ta'allum Group family of schools. By joining Ta'allum you will become part of a committed and innovative team, with great opportunities for personal, cultural and professional development. As a rapidly advancing schools' group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people in Qatar with further expansion planned abroad in the near future. Ta'allum presently has 3 schools and is responsible for the education of nearly 6000 students. Ta’allum put educational quality at the heart of what we do and each of our schools is growing year on year as a result of our popularity with parents. The school is also committed to technology and all Ta'allum Schools have achieved Expert Microsoft Showcase status.
Values and Partnerships
Al Jazeera Academy underpins its whole curriculum with the best Islamic values whilst at the same time embedding the ethos of a global dimension within our curriculum and learning opportunities both in and outside the classroom. We value very highly our wide range of community partnerships and look to appoint teachers who are also passionate about strengthening community links for themselves and the children in their care.
Life in Doha
In common with the majority of international schools, day to day life is professionally demanding. In return for your passion to deliver quality education you will enjoy a competitive salary, accommodation (or allowance), annual flight allowance, private healthcare and education for your child. You’ll have the opportunity to live and work in an exciting part of the world and will benefit from the opportunities inherent in a high quality global organisation dedicated to education and helping others to be the best they can be.
Doha is a progressive and exciting place to live. There is much to see and do in the capital city of the peninsular Arabian Gulf country Qatar, Doha is a modern city on Doha Bay. Ringing its downtown waterfront are numerous parks and the Corniche Promenade. On a man-made island, the I.M. Pei–designed Museum of Islamic Art houses an extensive collection from across the Muslim world. At Souq Waqif, a traditional market, vendors offer goods like clothing, crafts and spices. Doha is a hub for world class sport and of course is the host for the 2022 World Cup. Doha is a particularly enjoyable and safe living environment for families.
For more information about our Academy, please see the attached booklet.
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