Lead Director of Physical Education & Student Wellbeing

Aldar Education LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Director - Physical Education for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi for the Academic Year 2026/2027. Noya British School, part of Aldar Education on Yas Island, offers a vibrant international environment and world-class education.

The role requires leadership to drive curriculum development, teaching standards, and student achievement across the PE department, aligned with regional values and the Aldar ethos.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years teaching English National Curriculum.
• Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language (EAL).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies and practices for the department reflecting the school’s vision and commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.
• Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for department development.
• Use data to identify underachieving students and create/action plans to support them.
• Analyse school data, research and inspection evidence to inform policies and practices.
• Ensure clear schemes of work for all year groups, including provision for SEN, G&T, and EAL.
• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression for all students including high ability and SEN.
• Establish and implement policies for assessing and reporting student achievement.
• Set staff expectations for achievement and quality of teaching and learning.
• Evaluate teaching quality and identify areas for improvement and action.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Extracurricular involvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with PGCE or teaching qualification

Job description

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Director - Physical Education for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi for the Academic Year 2026/2027. Noya British School, part of Aldar Education on Yas Island, offers a vibrant international environment and world-class education.

The role requires leadership to drive curriculum development, teaching standards, and student achievement across the PE department, aligned with regional values and the Aldar ethos.