Assistant Principal - Al Ghad Charter School - January 2027

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal to join Al Ghad Charter School, Abu Dhabi, for January 2027. The role leads teaching and learning, drives school-wide improvement, and ensures a safe, engaging environment aligned with ADEK.

The successful candidate will work with the Principal and SLT to implement development plans, lead CPD for staff, and collaborate with parents and external agencies in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or B.Sc. with PGCE is essential.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: at least 6 years in education incl. 4 years teaching.
• At least 2 years in a middle leadership role.
• Experience leading school initiatives to improve standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and quality-assure staff and student activities for a safe learning environment.
• Oversee annual school assessment and master schedule with SLT.
• Supervise and evaluate teachers and curriculum staff.
• Lead student achievement improvement per plan and ADEK regulations.
• Coordinate data collection and reporting of attainment and progress.
• Collaborate with SLT on instructional methods and CPD planning.
• Complete required reports and support inter-department collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Task organization

Communication

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

B.Sc. with PGCE

Master's degree

Job description

Job Description

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal to join Al Ghad Charter School, Abu Dhabi, for January 2027.

Job Description

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal to join Al Ghad Charter School, Abu Dhabi, for January 2027.

An MOE Curriculum school in Abu Dhabi, Al Ghad Charter School (AGS) offers an inspiring environment where excellence in teaching and learning is central to everything we do. Through our globally recognized curriculum, dedicated educators, and innovative approach to education, we are committed to nurturing lifelong learners and contributing meaningfully to the UAE National Agenda for Emirati students.

At AGS, we foster a dynamic, diverse, and progressive learning community guided by our vision of developing a generation of learners who are courageous, innovative, and driven to achieve excellence in all aspects of life.

We are seeking candidates who embody our core values of EPIC—Excellent, Principled, Innovative, and Caring—and who demonstrate a genuine appreciation for the culture, traditions, and values of the region.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of the highly successful Aldar Education family and play an integral role in shaping the future of one of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational groups.

Responsibilities

Main Duties

• Direct and quality-assure the activities of the staff and students and ensure a safe, orderly, and smooth-functioning environment conducive to learning.


• Support and administer the annual school assessment and monitoring master schedule, working in conjunction with the school SLT and school department leaders.


• Collaborate with the Principal and Vice Principal to supervise and evaluate teachers, supervisors, and curriculum support staff as assigned.


• Provide leadership in screening and interviewing applicants, including non-teaching positions, and/or recommending of applicants to be interviewed.


• Implement student achievement improvement efforts as mapped out in the school development plan and ADEK regulations and as directed by Aldar Education. This will include but not be limited to school improvement plans, standardized testing, remediation, collection and reporting of data as required, and the development of special schedules and testing procedures as necessary.


• Implement student achievement improvement efforts including directing the MAP/Exact Path student achievement plan, developing a progress-based testing schedule in coordination with the assessment coordinator, establishing and overseeing the processes related to assessment and reporting student attainment and progress, data collection, students’ records, and archiving.


• Collaborate with the SLT team regarding new or changing instructional methods, materials, strategies, and programs.


• Assist in determining, developing, and implementing plans for staff CPD development for the building that facilitates professional growth and enhances the quality and efficiency of teaching.


• Assist in the completion and submission of all required reports, forms, and data requests on time to the designated sources.


• Work/meet with other administrators and staff to foster and participate in team collaboration and effectiveness.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Principal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in education or B.Sc. degree with PGCE is essential. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Minimum Experience

• At least 6 years’ experience, including 4 consecutive years of teaching performance that exceeds standards and expectations, as evidenced by performance appraisal


• At least 2 years’ experience in a middle leadership role


• Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.


• Experience working with parents and external agencies.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• With secure knowledge of teaching and learning and a track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning.


• Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene, and evaluate impact upon learning.


• Ability to organize tasks


• Ability to handle multiple tasks


• Ability to exercise good judgment


• Must possess leadership skills


• Must appropriately handle confidential information

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 to 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.