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Assistant Head of Secondary

Company Name: Nibras International School – The International Schools Partnership (ISP)
Employment Type:Full Time
Location: Dubai
Experience: 5 years
Degree: Bachelor
Gender:Any
Age:Any  
Nationality: Any
Salary:Unspecified
No. Of Vacancies:1
Job Description:
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to provide proactive support to the Head of Primary / Head of Secondary  to ensure that the leadership and management of the school division operates at the most effective level possible.
 
Main Responsibilities:
Embody the values, vision and ethos of Nibras International School and assists the Divisional Head in formulating policies which will ensure high quality and successful outcomes
Be a positive role model showing leadership and drive transformational change across all teams of staff
Adhere to the most stringent ethical and professional standards in order to serve as a role model for students, school personnel, and community stakeholders
Support the development of the school division in becoming the most innovative school provider both locally and internationally
Support the Divisional Head in leading the key strategic objectives for the school division through formulating and leading on all aspects of the academic program and school improvement plan
To be fully accountable for all aspects of the work of the school division, providing analytical comment on performance measured against a number of key performance indicators
Be responsible for strategic curriculum modelling, development and implementation to ensure that the needs of all students are met through digital competency-led approaches and appropriate learning pathways
Be responsible for the organization and delivery of teaching across the school division ensuring efficient and effective staff deployment and, with the division head, recruitment of well qualified and high quality staff
Place the school at the cutting edge of research, policy and practice in the transformation of teaching and learning
Support the inspection preparation and SEF processes
Lead on school assigned major instructional projects 
Be responsible for the monitoring, evaluation and continuous review of the quality and effectiveness of curriculum delivery across the school, with particular reference to SEN, Gifted and Talented, EAL, Emirati, and other assigned programs
Support the work of the head of the division across all aspects of school operation
Assist teachers, students, and parents in the effective creation and implementation of individual education plans and behavior contracts
Observe and mentor teaching and non-teaching staff
Ensure that all staff are supported with high quality continuous professional development and training which contributes to the development and achievements of the school division as a genuine learning institution
Participate in Performance Management arrangements for all staff within the school division
Maintain awareness and knowledge of contemporary trends, developments, theory and methods in the transformation of teaching and learning within the school division
Promote high academic and personal expectations for all students and staff members
Administer disciplinary measures as appropriate after evidence-based discipline breaches have been observed and due process followed
Enforce disciplinary boundaries to maintain a positive and safe school culture
Oversee and administer school policies regarding student conduct and discipline
Oversee systems for collecting and tracking data on school progress toward strategic goals
Liaise with parents and facilitate parent education about school matters
Facilitate parental involvement in support of school and extracurricular activities
Give presentations to the community and external stakeholders on school culture, academics and safety
Be highly present and visible during school hours to monitor school culture
Attend all staff and committee meetings and those meetings that represent a school-community partnership
Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the head of division and/or HOS/Principal
 
Health and Safety
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed
Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school
Cover classes and duties as assigned by the head of the division 

Knowledge & Skills
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience Required for the Role
5 years teaching experience
Teacher certification – Qualified Teacher Status
Educational Leadership Certification (enrolled or equivalent within next 2 years)       
Experience as an overseas educator in a preferably inclusive international setting
Strong knowledge, experience and understanding of AERO Common Core curriculum

Language Skills
English is mandatory

Special Skills and Abilities
A leader of teaching and learning and a key person in the senior leadership team
Knowledge and understanding of the competency-led learning
Knowledge and understanding of what constitutes high quality educational provision and how to secure it within the school division
Strong managerial organizational and technology skills 
Excellent oral and written communications skills 
Strongly able to control language and temper
Experienced curriculum and team leader
Collaborative team player, inspirational speaker, empathetic listener with excellent interpersonal skills
Integrity and confidentiality
Internationally minded
High Emotional intelligence
Intercultural awareness, creative
Online and classroom teaching experience
Flexible, selfless and a can-do attitude