Head of Secondary - Noya British School- April 2025.

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Head of Secondary for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to start in April 2025 for AY25-26.

Noya British School, proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand. Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities, entertainment options, and a vibrant international environment, Noya British School creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education.                   

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group. The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

The Role

As the Head of Secondary, you will:

• Lead the creation and establishment of the secondary school, including curriculum design, staff recruitment and operational planning.
• Foster an inspiring and aspirational learning environment that supports academic excellence and personal growth.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of educators committed to student success.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Leadership Team of the whole school to ensure a seamless transition for students progressing from primary to secondary education.
• Drive innovation and best practices in teaching and learning while aligning with the school’s vision and ethos.
• Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community.

Main Duties:

A Strategic direction and development of the department 

• Develop and implement policies and practices for department which reflects the School’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning; 
• Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for the development of department; 
• Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students; 
• Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing; 
• Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T, and EAL students. 

Teaching and learning

• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in department for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs; 
• Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement; 
• Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour; 
• Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning; 
• Ensure the department is regularly contributing towards the school’s CAS Programme and after school Booster/Revision Sessions for I/GCSE and IB DP courses.

Leading and managing staff 

• Performance manage team in accordance with school performance management policy; 
• Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards; 
• Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning.

Managing resources 

• Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources; 
• Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s Resource and CapEx budgets; 
• Effective use accommodation to create an effective and stimulating environment for teaching and learning in accordance with Learning Environment Policy; 
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.

Other duties and responsibilities

• Contribute to the school’s CAS Programme by leading/supporting one after-school activity each term, including leadership of Model United Nations (MUN); 
• To be an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor to Year 12/13 students; 
• Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota; 
• Cover for absent colleagues; 
• Invigilate examinations, as required, including a minimum of one evening and one weekend external examination session, to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule; 
• Any other duties as assigned by the Principal.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a master degree and certification in Educational Leadership
• Teaching experience at secondary level in an international school.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of five years of secondary school administrative experience as Assistant/Associate Principal or Head of Division in an international school setting. 
• Leadership experience in curriculum development, instructional strategies and standards based assessment.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of IB Programmes and developments
• Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations relating to curriculum, assessment and compliance
• Recent IB CPD
• Commitment to the ideals of international education.
• Ability to prioritise projects and tasks, and to respond to simultaneous requests from various areas.
• Ability to initiate and manage change in the work environment.
•  Ability to identify problems, achieve effective solutions, resolve conflict, motivate staff and foster collaboration, and promote sound decision making.
• Flexibility, patience and egalitarian approach.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.