Head of English

International Schools Partnership; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious school seeks a dynamic Head of English to lead the department in delivering high-quality education. This role involves strategic direction, effective teaching, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in curriculum development and proven leadership skills. Join a dedicated team committed to the success and wellbeing of students, where your contributions will significantly impact educational outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of learners in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of full-time teaching experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of the English National Curriculum.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Curriculum Knowledge

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Teaching

PG Diploma

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

DescriptionPosition at Aspen Heights Educational Facilities Management Sole Proprietorship LLC

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.

ISP Principles

1. Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
2. Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another embrace similarities and differences and promote the wellbeing of self and others.
3. Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
4. Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children students and our schools.
5. Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Secondary Head of English Key Responsibilities

Grade: Middle Leadership Group

Teaching allocation: 75

Responsible to: Head of Secondary

Responsible for: Teaching staff within the subject area

STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE SUBJECT

Within the context of the schools ethos policies and procedures the Head of English will develop and implement subject policies plans targets and practices to:

1. Develop and implement procedures and practices which reflect Aspen Heights British Schools commitment to high achievement and effective teaching and learning;
2. Create a climate which enables other staff to develop and maintain positive attitudes towards the subject and confidence in teaching it;
3. 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;
4. Work with the Leadership Team to establish short medium and longterm plans for the development and resourcing of the department;
5. Liaise with colleagues in the secondary phase to ensure the effective transition of students into Year 7;
6. 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

Leaders of Learning secure and sustain effective teaching of the subject evaluate the quality and standards of students achievement and set targets for improvement to:

1. 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;
2. 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;
3. Provide guidance on the choice of appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the department and of different students;
4. Ensure that curriculum delivery is maintained and that meaningful work is provided for classes when colleagues are absent;
5. Ensure effective development of students literacy numeracy and information technology skills in the subject;
6. Working in close consultation with the Leadership Team establish and implement clear procedures and practices for assessing recording and reporting on student attainment and use this information to recognise achievement and to assist students in setting targets for future improvement;
7. Ensure that information about students achievements in previous classes and schools is used effectively to secure good progress in the subject;
8. Establish clear targets for student achievement and evaluate progress and achievement by all students including those with special educational and linguistic needs;
9. Evaluate the teaching of the subject in the school use this analysis to identify effective practice and areas for improvement and take action to improve further the quality of teaching;
10. Ensure effective development of students individual and collaborative study skills necessary for them to become increasingly independent in their work and to complete tasks independently when out of school;
11. Establish a partnership with parents to involve them in their childs learning of the subject as well as providing information about curriculum attainment progress and targets;
12. Develop effective links with the local community including government agencies business and industry in order to extend the subject curriculum enhance teaching and to develop students wider understanding.

Skills Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role

1. Bachelors Degree in teaching from an accredited institution
2. PG Diploma
3. QTS
4. Meet professional teacher education requirements of school

Minimum Years of Experience Required

1. 3 years full time teaching experience teaching from an accredited institution.

Knowledge

1. Indepth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (English National Curriculum Primary) and associated assessment methods
2. Up to date curriculum developments
3. Application of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies)
4. Proven leadership and management skills
5. Experienced curriculum and team leader
6. Strong planning and time management ability
7. Interpersonal skills including tact courtesy and patience

Personal Attributes

1. Passionate about delivering quality education
2. Able to command respect of pupils colleagues and parents
3. Organised with proven ability to meet deadlines
4. Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school
5. Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality
6. Critical thinker

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 highperforming teammates regardless of gender age disability status neurodivergence socioeconomic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.