Head of Art

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  • Abu Dhabi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Aldar Education are currently seeking Head of Art for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to join in Academic Year 2026/2027.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.ResponsibilitiesMain Duties:
  • Assist academy in achieving its overall vision and strategic intentions and to contribute to the achievement of relevant targets as set out in the academy’s improvement plan and self-evaluation form
  • Comply with regulations pertaining to health and safety at work legislation and adhere to academy policies relating to safe working practice and equal opportunities regulations
  • Comply with the academy’s Performance Management Policy ensuring challenging annual targets are set and to fulfil the role of performance management reviewer if directed to do so by the Principal
  • Engage in annual training linked to child protection, safeguarding and health and safety together with all training deemed appropriate for the purpose of academy improvement or performance management
  • Comply with the academy’s staff dress code at all times including the wearing of photo ID / lanyard
  • Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support
  • Using performance data to inform planning and therefore ensuring the Learning and Teaching continue to ‘add value
  • Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and areas for development, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving
  • Take part in subject or aspects of the academy's work and develop plans which identify clear targets and success criteria for its development and / or maintenance Contribute to the whole academy's visioning activities.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
  • Minimum of a Bachelor degree and certification in PGCE Education.
  • Teaching experience at UK secondary level is essential, experience in an international school is an advantage
Minimum Experience
  • Minimum of 6 years experience in teaching Art
  • Strong experience teaching English National Curriculum.
  • Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
Job Specific Knowledge & Skills
  • Knowledge of English curriculum and latest developments.
  • Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations relating to curriculum, assessment and compliance
  • Commitment to the ideals of international education.
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.

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