Head of Teaching, Learning and Assessments

4.1 Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA)

·         Ensure that the quality of TLA continues to move towards Outstanding across the school

·         Ensure that high quality assessment leads to improvements in teaching and learning which in turn leads to improved student outcomes  

4.2 Quality Assurance

·         Ensure effective self-evaluation and Quality Assurance (QA) systems across the school

·         Oversee the writing of all parts of the Self Evaluation Form (SEF) related to TLA

·         Write improvement plans, based on self and external evaluation, relating to the quality of TLA

·         Report to the Senior Team and Local Advisory Board (LAB) on the quality of TLA and implementation of improvement plans

4.3 Staff Development

·         Ensure that areas of development identified through QA systems are addressed through appropriate staff training

·         Lead the induction programme for new teachers

 4.4 Student Outcomes

·         Ensure that high quality TLA leads to improved student outcomes (academic achievement and development of key skills and attributes)

·         Lead the examinations and data teams to develop efficient and effective systems that lead to improved academic outcomes

·         Report to the Senior Team and LAB on the progress of students at all Key Stages and take appropriate action for improvement where necessary

·         Provide appropriate advice and guidance to students around the time of their board examinations

·         Ensure examinations and other assessments run smoothly for all students

4.5 Policies and Procedures

Skills Description

THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOL - DUBAI

Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates http://www.gemsws-ghusais.com

The Westminster School is one of the largest international schools in the GCC region offering British curriculum to over 61 different nationalities. Our curriculum is founded on the four core values of Leadership Qualities, Universal Values, Forward Thinking and World Citizenship, which brings a breadth of vision to the educational program and extracurricular activities offered at The Westminster School, where students effectively learn to take their decisions independently, solve problems creatively, and interact positively with others, irrespective of the society they are placed in.

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