Head of Boarding House (Girls House/Boys House)

Nord Anglia Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Dubai is seeking a Boarding Head of House to lead one of its boarding houses. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, developing student wellbeing initiatives, and fostering an inclusive community. Ideal candidates will possess leadership experience and a commitment to academic success. The school follows the International Baccalaureate and Swiss Baccalaureate program, emphasizing a global, bilingual education.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster community.
• Experience in developing student engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the boarding house.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for student wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the Head of Boarding for support.

Job description

About the School

Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai (SISD) is a premier international day and boarding school located in the heart of Dubai. SISD follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and the Swiss Baccalaureate programme to provide a global, bilingual education.

Boarding Head of House

The Boarding Head of House plays a key leadership role in overseeing the day‑to‑day operations and strategic direction of one of SISD’s two boarding houses, Zurich and Geneva. This position works closely with the Head of Boarding to ensure the wellbeing and academic success of students while fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment.

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the boarding house.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for student wellbeing and academic success.
• Collaborate with the Head of Boarding to create a supportive community.
• Foster an inclusive environment that supports all students.

Application Process

All applications for advertised roles must include a current CV and covering letter, submitted via the online TES platform. Due to high interest, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.