Head of Early Years Foundation Stage
Newlands School
United Arab Emirates
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- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 30 November 2024
Job overview
Job Title: Head of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Location: Al Ain, UAE
School Type: British Curriculum
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of EYFS to lead our Early Years department in a vibrant British school in Al Ain. The successful candidate will be passionate about early childhood education and possess the leadership skills necessary to create an inspiring learning environment that fosters the growth and development of our youngest learners.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the EYFS team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality teaching and learning.
Develop and implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the British framework.
Monitor and evaluate the progress of students, implementing strategies for improvement where necessary.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children, staff, and parents.
Collaborate with parents and the community to enhance the educational experience.
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulations related to early years education.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or Primary Education.
Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in early years education.
At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Head of Department or similar.
Strong understanding of the British EYFS framework and best practices in early childhood education.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and the community.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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About Newlands School
- Newlands School
- Al-Warqa
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates
Newlands School Dubai enables every child to achieve their potential. Students gain an excellent quality British education in a values-based, internationally-minded environment so that they may understand, contribute to, and succeed in an ever-developing and competitive world
Our vision is for the school to provide:
- Opportunity and challenge
- A commitment to continuous improvement
- A route to university and lifelong learning
Our Promise to Parents
Newlands School is internationally focused and attentive to every child. Our parents feel valued and well informed about their child’s strengths and the progress they make. Our children are challenged and cared for, as we support them through their individual journey.
We promise our children and parents:
- Personal care and attention
- Smaller classes
- Modern teaching methods
- Subject strengths
- Creative learning opportunities
- Opportunities for risk-taking
- An understanding of the culture and heritage of Dubai
- A culture of tolerance and respect
- To find every child’s strengths
Our Approach
The school’s approach is guided by research and experience of best educational practices. Evidence has shown that students learn best when they have home, peer, teacher and school support that is focused, accountable, sustained in quality, supported by data and aligned with the student’s ambition to achieve. This is the fundamental approach that drives success in our school.
The school considers its role in Dubai is to provide parents and students with:
- A great education that enables each student to make the most of their potential and strengths
- A route to high academic achievement and all-round character development
- First class teaching that motivates and engages learners
- An international outlook that encourages innovation and resilience
- A school where they are always welcome and where they will be positively engaged
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