Head of English

International Schools Partnership Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious school in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of English to provide leadership and management of the English department. This role is pivotal in ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, fostering a positive climate for staff development, and contributing to the students' overall growth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in curriculum development and will be responsible for implementing effective teaching strategies. Join a vibrant educational community that values personalized learning and supports every child's academic success.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the English National Curriculum and assessment methods.
• Proven leadership and management skills in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the English department to achieve high standards.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching effectiveness and student achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Teaching Methodologies

Student Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching

PG Diploma

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Secondary - Head of English Role Profile

Purpose of Role

To provide the professional leadership and management of the subject required to ensure high standards of attainment through the delivery of highly effective teaching and learning.

The Head of English is required to lead, manage and develop the department to ensure it achieves the highest possible standards of excellence in all its activities.

They are required to exercise leadership, demonstrate vision, and empower others in order to deliver the agreed departmental strategy within the school.

About the School :

Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is an ambitious school based on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. We are proud of our community ethos and our commitment to ensuring all children are provided with personalised learning experiences and the proper support to ensure they can make progress in learning in all areas, and achieve academic success.

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success.
• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference.
• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us.

Secondary Head of English Key Responsibilities

Teaching allocation : 75%

Responsible to : Head of Secondary

Responsible for : Teaching staff within the subject area

STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE SUBJECT

• Develop and implement procedures and practices which reflect Aspen Heights British School’s commitment to high achievement, and effective teaching and learning.
• Create a climate which enables other staff to develop and maintain positive attitudes towards the subject and confidence in teaching it.
• Establish a clear, shared understanding of the importance and role of the department in contributing to the students’ spiritual, moral and cultural development, and in preparing students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experience of adult life.
• Work with the Leadership Team to establish short, medium and long-term plans for the development and resourcing of the department.
• Liaise with colleagues in the secondary phase to ensure the effective transition of students into Year 7.
• Monitor the progress made in achieving departmental plans and targets, evaluate the effects on teaching and learning, and in close consultation with the Leadership Team use this analysis to guide further improvement.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Secure and sustain effective teaching of the subject, evaluate the quality and standards of students’ achievement and set targets for improvement.
• Monitor to ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all students including those of high ability and those with additional educational needs.
• Ensure that teachers are clear about the teaching objectives in lessons, understand the sequence of teaching and learning in the subject, and communicate this information to students.
• Provide guidance on the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the department and of different students.
• Ensure effective development of students’ literacy, numeracy and information technology skills in the subject.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role :

• Bachelor’s Degree in teaching from an accredited institution.
• PG Diploma.
• QTS.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school.
• Child Care and Protection.

Minimum Years of Experience Required :

• 3 years’ full time teaching experience from an accredited institution.

Knowledge :

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (English National Curriculum – Primary) and associated assessment methods.
• Application of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children.
• Proven leadership and management skills.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics.