Principal – British Curriculum (Immediate Joining)

International Community Schools; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

International Community Schools in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Principal of the British Curriculum to lead the Al Danah Campus. The role oversees strategic direction, daily management, and overall school success while upholding academic standards and pastoral care across all year groups.

The Principal will inspire staff, students and parents with a clear vision for educational excellence and drive innovation, inclusivity, and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of proven leadership experience in international schools.
• Strong knowledge of UK inspection frameworks (e.g. Ofsted) and curriculum standards.
• Experience leading whole-school operations and staff development.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership aligned with the school's mission, vision, and values.
• Oversee British curriculum implementation across key stages and IGCSE/A Levels.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment across all phases.
• Lead, motivate and support staff to achieve excellence and improvement.
• Manage budgets, resources and facilities to ensure efficiency and sustainability.
• Foster inclusive culture and build partnerships with parents and the community.

Skills

Leadership experience

British curriculum knowledge

Curriculum design

Staff development

Communication

Multicultural experience

Education

Masters degree in Education

Job description

Job Title: Principal British Curriculum
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Principal / Division Head
Curriculum: International (British)
Education Stage: Whole School

About International Community Schools

International Community Schools (ICS) is a prestigious and well-established educational institution located in the heart of the United Arab Emirates. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality education that nurtures academic excellence personal growth and global citizenship. With a diverse student body representing multiple nationalities

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled visionary and experienced educational leader to serve as Principal of the British Curriculum at our Al Danah Campus. The successful candidate will oversee the strategic direction daily management and overall success of the school while ensuring that academic standards and pastoral care remain exemplary across all year groups. The Principal will inspire staff students and parents alike through dynamic leadership and a clear vision for educational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in line with the schools mission vision and values.
  
• Ensure effective implementation of the British curriculum (EYFS Key Stages 15 including IGCSE and A Levels) adapted to the needs of an international student body.
  
• Drive high standards of teaching learning and assessment across all phases of the school.
  
• Lead motivate and support staff to achieve professional excellence and continuous improvement.
  
• Oversee school operations policies and compliance with UK and UAE educational regulations as well as international accreditation standards.
  
• Foster an inclusive and nurturing learning environment that supports both the academic and personal development of every student.
  
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents staff and the wider school community.
  
• Manage budgets resources and facilities effectively to ensure efficiency and sustainability.
  
• Champion innovation digital integration and evidence-based teaching practices.
  

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Masters degree in Education or a closely related field
  
• Minimum of 8 years of proven leadership experience in international schools with significant experience in the British curriculum.
  
• Strong knowledge of UK inspection frameworks (e.g. Ofsted BSO) and curriculum standards.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead whole-school operations curriculum design and staff professional development.
  
• Excellent communication interpersonal organizational and decision-making skills.
  
• Experience working within diverse multicultural school communities.
  

Values and Personal Attributes

• Deep passion for delivering outstanding British education to students from varied cultural and academic backgrounds.
  
• Commitment to holistic development ensuring students excel academically as well as socially and emotionally.
  
• High level of integrity professionalism and ethical responsibility.
  
• Resilient adaptable and future-focused leader with a drive for continuous school improvement.
  
• Collaborative and inclusive approach to leadership fostering trust and mutual respect within the school community.
  

Benefits

Why Join International Community Schools

At IC we believe in developing the leaders of tomorrow. By joining us you will:

• Lead a thriving international school with a reputation for academic excellence.
  
• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
  
• Influence the future of British education in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
  
• Benefit from a rewarding leadership role with opportunities for professional growth and impact.