Head - Mathematics/Al Ain British Academy (AY 2024-2025) - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Aldar Academies

Description

Aldar Academies are currently seeking an outstanding Head of Mathematics for Al Ain British Academy commencing on September 2024.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family.

Al Ain British Academy opened in September 2011 providing high quality education in the heritage Garden City of the United Arab Emirates.

The children are taught the English National Curriculum tailored to be meaningful to children living in Al Ain.

Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well-stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas.

It is an exciting, challenging and enjoyable school to work in where achievement for pupils is at the heart of all we do.

The school has achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of data and assessment in all areas of the curriculum.

Candidates must have a secure knowledge of teaching the English National Curriculum and latest developments.

Potential candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning to ensure outstanding progress for all.

They will be able to demonstrate leadership skills/experiences at a variety of levels and to be effective in working collaboratively in a team.

Successful candidates will find themselves welcomed into a wonderful school family community, where staff are held in high regard by pupil, parents and school leadership alike.

Al Ain is a beautiful, green city that offers an affordable lifestyle within the UAE, whilst offering easy access to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Oman all within a short drive.

Al Ain boasts its own tourist attractions in the form of Al Ain Zoo, Jebel Hafeet mountain, Al Ain Oasis, as well as leisure facilities including hotels, malls, golf and Rugby club, shooting range, swimming pools, Al Ain Raceway and much more.

We offer a competitive package including relocation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, end of service gratuity and a 4.5 day working week empowering staff wellbeing.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in a related subject with PGCE Education.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 5 years teaching English National Curriculum

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Experience of a British Curriculum is essential, including I/GCSE and I/A Level.
• Previous leadership experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the wellbeing of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
• A positive and solutionfocused attitude to working life

A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

Application:
A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via the career page.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:
Bachelor of Education(Education)


Gender:
nm


Nationality:
Any Nationality