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Head of Secondary

Head of Secondary

Al Dhafra Private Schools, Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term

Job overview

We are currently seeking to appoint an outstanding or aspiring school leader as Head of Secondary. Currently, in grades 6 – 12, there are approximately 600 pupils in total. The secondary phase of the school offers  IGCSE, AS and A Levels, as well as the American curriculum.

The post-holder will be expected to manage their own performance and development within the Secondary phase of the school, encouraging all staff to share a commitment to ongoing improvement.

The post-holder will be expected to provide professional leadership and management of the Secondary phase of the school.

The post-holder will be required to exercise their professional skills and judgement to carry out the professional duties in a collaborative manner set out in the job description.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate recent and relevant experience of:

  • Proven exemplary classroom practice in a primary school with substantial experience in the subject leadership.
  • Observing and evaluating teaching and giving feedback to a teacher.
  • Monitoring and evaluation of learning and teaching, leading to effective planning to raise standards.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development.
  • Effective involvement with parents.
  • Relevant qualifications in early learning years teaching.

Al Dhafra Schools are owned by Dhafir Group who are a well-organized establishment based in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

The group currently own 2 co educational, KG – 12 schools based in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and follow the British American curriculum. The new, state-of-the-art campus in Abu Dhabi boasts excellent facilities and as part of the success and growth of the schools, the group are now seeking additional Senior Leaders to take the school and education arm of the business to the next stage of its development.

The school enjoys the benefits of experienced leadership and management, excellent facilities, as well as caring and dedicated teachers. Since its inception, Al Dhafra School’s focus has always been the attainment of the highest standards of educational excellence.

The Senior Leaders will be responsible for overseeing the educational programmes and performance of their respective phase of the school and for supporting the organisation with its growth and development in international education. The role will involve leading, guiding and mentoring the staff with school improvement, curriculum development and implementation, performance in examinations and assessment, teacher training and development, and co-curricular programmes. The role will also involve working with the Senior Leadership Team.

To apply for this position please visit our website: www.dhafraschools.com or to apply, email secretary@dhafraschools.com

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About Al Dhafra Private Schools, Abu Dhabi

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+971 610 8400

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Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi is a well-respected and popular school with over 1300 students, meeting the needs of the local Emirati and diverse international community. The school empowers its staff to fulfill their roles successfully and encourages and supports professional development. The school enjoys the benefits of dynamic, experienced leadership and management, a vibrant learning community, dedicated teachers and supportive governance. The school is located at the entrance to Abu Dhabi, perfectly situated to explore and experience the beauty of the emirates.

Principal

David Evans

Values and Vision

The aim of Al Dhafra Private Schools is to create students who are well-educated, retaining a strong sense of cultural identity while being internationally-minded. It is a supportive school environment with a culture of respect, tolerance and trust, and teaching is always of a high standard and high expectations are always placed on students.

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge

The school is on a very exciting journey and has recently received very positive inspection reports from the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK).  Al Dhafra Private School, Abu Dhabi is a K-12 school which has over 1300 students and delivers the American curriculum. Our students’ performance in examinations is excellent and has continued to improve during recent years. Our most recent inspection report states that, ‘Students demonstrate positive attitudes to learning through their very good behaviour and strong relationships with staff and each other’. This positivity is strongly supported by our owner and Board of Trustees who are committed to supporting the school to become ‘outstanding’ in the next few years.

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