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Year Group Leader Primary

Year Group Leader Primary

Ajyal International School - Mohammad Bin Zayed City

United Arab Emirates

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
5 August 2022

Job overview

Year Group Leader

Job purpose including main duties and responsibilities

The post holder, in addition to the requirements of all class, will be required to undertake the following areas of responsibility and key tasks.


Main objectives 

1. Lead, manage and promote high-quality teaching and learning across a group of specified classes or subject area(s), leading by example as an exemplary teacher.

2. Lead a team of teachers and support staff as required, providing performance management, coaching and mentoring for staff as directed by the Head teacher.

3. Work in conjunction with the Head of Primary and other relevant members of staff in developing a curriculum and assessment framework for a group of specified classes or subject area(s).

4. Plan and implement strategies and interventions for teaching and learning that are appropriate for all pupils, regardless of their ability or needs, working alongside the SENDCo and Senior Leadership Team where necessary.

5. Ensure plans such as education, health and care plans, individual healthcare plans and behaviour plans are implemented across a group of specified classes or subject area(s), working alongside the SENDCo, Senior Leadership Team and external agencies where necessary.

6. Monitor lesson planning, assessment and pupils’ work to ensure differentiated activities are implemented where appropriate.

7. Set achievable expectations and targets for staff working across a group of specified classes or subject area(s) in relation to pupil achievement and quality of teaching.

8. Monitor and evaluate teaching across a group of specified classes or subject area(s) to guarantee continuity and progression, and identify areas for improvement.

9. Lead on assessment procedures, record keeping and reporting across a group of specified classes or subject area(s).

10. Work alongside the leadership team to monitor and promote effective pupil progress, including reporting at pupil progress review meetings.

11. Provide information about curriculum, targets, assessments and progress to pupils and parents, including via electronic and non-electronic communications, pupil reports and the school website.

12. Take responsibility for organising additional learning opportunities, including educational visits, and ensuring necessary safeguarding and risk assessment procedures are followed.

13. Ensure classroom environments are engaging and vibrant, and promote the highest standards of work by all pupils.

14. Assist in creating and implementing positive strategies that support pupil behaviour and celebrate equality and diversity.

15. In addition, the leader will undertake any professional duties reasonably delegated to the post holders by the Head of Primary, and are expected to uphold the school’s principles and policies which underpin good practice and the raising of standards across the school.


Person Specification


KEY

E/D Essential or Desirable

Qualifications & Education E/D

Qualified Teacher Status E

Evidence of continued professional development E

Experience, Knowledge and Skills E/D

Proven track record of exemplary teaching, including highly effective lesson planning, assessing,

record keeping and reporting E

Preparation and administration of assessments, including statutory National Curriculum tests E

Successful leadership of a curriculum subject or area of learning E

Planning for school improvement and managing a curriculum budget E

The ability to work as a cohesive team member offering support to colleagues and leading by example E

An understanding of how to promote the achievement of disadvantaged pupils with evidence of

impact E

Successful line management of others and staff development, including coaching and mentoring D

The ability to establish and maintain good relationships with pupils, staff, parents and governors E

Clear written and spoken English to communicate effectively with a range of audiences E


Personal Attributes E/D

Resilient, flexible and open to change E

An ability to think strategically and creatively E

Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation) E

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children E

Ability to contribute and work as part of a team E

Professional, honest and loyal E

A commitment to improving the learning, wellbeing and safety of pupils E

A commitment to equality and inclusion E

Special Requirements E/D

Be able and willing to work outside normal hours, if required, in order to meet the demands of the

role E

Suitability to work with children E


 We can offer the right candidate:  

 A friendly, supportive working environment, unlimited sunshine, safe environment and a good lifestyle     

The opportunity to make a difference     

Tax-free salary     

Medical insurance and residence visa     

School Accommodation or allowance.     

Supported Child placement in the school      

End-of-service gratuity

 To APPLY

Interested applicants should click on the ‘Apply now’ button below to upload their CV, or you can send your resume and cover letter to: hr@ajyal.sch.ae. Resumes will be processed upon receiving them, and applicants will be contacted for interview without delay. The advert will be removed once the post is filled. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted soon after applying with the package information before moving to interview via  Zoom.

Whilst we appreciate all applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted. 


About Ajyal International School - Mohammad Bin Zayed City

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Ajyal International School is a three year old private school in Abu Dhabi that is set to grow to a capacity of 2000 in time. The campus is a highly modern and attractive working environment with specialist teaching areas and rooms. Our curriculum is based on the UK English National Curriculum with classes running from Foundation Stage, Primary and secondary, offering IGCSE and A level courses. Please see our website for more information. Check our website www.ajyal.sch.ae

Ajyal International School

Information about Ajyal International School
Org type School
Phase EY / Primary /Secondary
Funding status Independent
Gender Mixed- separated Yr6 up
Age range 3 to 18

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