Head - English - Mamoura British Academy (AY 2025 / 2026)

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as the Head of English at a prestigious British curriculum school in Abu Dhabi. This role involves leading the English department, setting high standards for teaching and learning, and ensuring a supportive environment for students. The successful candidate will be part of a forward-thinking educational community committed to excellence and innovation. If you have a passion for education and a desire to shape the future of students in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to fostering a culture of achievement and growth in a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years teaching experience in English National Curriculum.
• Experience leading whole school initiatives that have improved standards.

Responsibilities

• Strategic direction and development of the English department.
• Evaluate teaching quality and implement improvements.
• Manage department budgets and resources efficiently.

Skills

Outstanding teacher

Leadership skills

Inter-personal skills

Problem-solving

Commitment to CPD

Education

Bachelor degree in Education

Bachelor of Arts in English with PGCE

Job description

Job Description

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Head of English for the Middle and Senior School at Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in the 2025-2026 academic year.

Mamoura British Academy is a British curriculum, mixed gender school until Year 9 and a girl’s only Senior School. It is located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to be ‘a sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture all learners through our bespoke Mamoura British Academy DNA.’ This Mamoura Learner, Teacher and Values DNA is at the heart of the school community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Direction and Development of the Department
2. Develop and implement policies and practices for department which reflect the Academy’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning
3. Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long-term plans for the development of the department
4. Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students
5. Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing
6. Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T, and EAL students.
7. Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in department for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs
8. Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement
9. Ensure that the department follow school policies for learning and teaching, including the school Learning and Teaching and Marking and Feedback Policy and Teacher and Learner DNA characteristics
10. Set high expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of learning and teaching and behaviour
11. Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; taking action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning
12. Ensure the department is regularly contributing towards the school’s ECA Programme and after school Booster/Revision Sessions for I/GCSE and A Level courses.
13. Performance manage team in accordance with the school performance management policy
14. Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards
15. Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement, planning and teaching and learning.
16. Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources
17. Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s Resource and CapEx budgets
18. Effectively use allocated teaching spaces to create an effective and stimulating environment for teaching and learning in accordance with Learning Environment Policy
19. Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.
20. Contribute to the school’s ECA Programme by leading/supporting one after-school activity each term
21. To be an Academic Mentor to Year 11/12/13 students
22. Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota
23. Take an active role in pastoral aspects of the school, including responsibility as a form tutor/link tutor
24. Cover for absent colleagues
25. Invigilate examinations, as required, including a minimum of one evening and one weekend external examination session, to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule
26. Any other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor of Arts in English with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience:

1. Minimum 6 years teaching experience in English National Curriculum.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

1. Outstanding teacher
2. Teaching across ability range with proven success
3. Experience of leading whole school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement
4. Experience of line/performance management
5. Experience of working in more than one international school
6. Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum
7. Excellent Leadership skills
8. Strong inter-personal skills
9. Knowledge of coaching and its benefits
10. Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations desirable
11. Experience leading/facilitating CPD and coaching programmes
12. Commitment to the Mamoura British Academy Vision and Mission Statement
13. Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student
14. Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient
15. Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)