Primary Assistant Head - Data & Curriculum Adaptation | Sharjah English School

Sharjah English School (SES) is a small, inclusive, non-for-profit school, occupying a spacious and attractive campus in close proximity to Dubai. We are a well-established co-educational school offering the National Curriculum to 1100 children from Foundation through to A Level. As well as serving the local British expatriate community, the school has students from many other nationalities. We are a British School Overseas and British Schools of the Middle East accredited school. Sharjah English School provides an outstanding learning environment which encourages curiosity, ignites imagination and develops independence. We are committed to providing the very best learning experiences through positive and supportive relationships. 

The Role: Assistant Head Primary- Data & Curriculum Adaptation

For August 2025 we are seeking a passionate Assistant Head Primary to join our committed team. This new role will develop and implement robust, effective and consistent assessment systems that ensure high standards of teaching and learning, accurate tracking of pupil progress and improved student outcomes.

Personal Specifications:

• Outstanding teacher with a minimum of five years teaching. 
• Excellent understanding of data as an aid to improving outcomes.
• Be a highly effective communicator who has experience in senior leadership.
• This role requires an experienced leader who can translate data into impactful actions that support student success and school improvement.
• An in-depth and up to date knowledge of the English National Curriculum.
• A strong personal presence and demonstrate high level interpersonal skills
• Resilient and proactive, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. 

The successful candidate must have the following: 

• A B.Ed or BA degree in Primary subject with PGCE.
• Proven track record in fostering a caring and supportive atmosphere.
• Be a passionate educator dedicated to the well-being, social and academic progress of each student. 
• Knowledge and experience of the UAE inspection framework
• Experience which will make a significant contribution to the wider life of the school. 

If you wish to work in a school which supports and values its teachers and is described by its students as "friendly", "fair" and "diverse", we would like to hear from you.

Application Process

All candidates are required to upload a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter outlining the competencies required to support their application. Applicants must also complete and upload the SES application form as attached with the advert. 

We offer a competitive tax-free salary and overseas benefits where applicable as well as a professionally stimulating and supportive working environment along with opportunities for promotion and development.

The closing date for applications is the 2nd of January 2025.  Early applications would be most appreciated.  SES reserves the right to make an early appointment should a successful candidate emerge from the process.

Sharjah English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.