Secondary Principal - August 2024

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Secondary Principal in August 2024.

At GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail, we want to ensure that our students aspire, create, and excel in this world that is, so they can help create the world that will be. We are seeking exceptional teachers to join our team who can help us achieve this goal through our three pillars of: the science of learning, social enterprise, and student agency and innovation.

As a cognitive science driven school, evidence-informed practice is at the heart of what we do, and we seek educators who can passionately articulate what outstanding learning and teaching looks like and translate this into practice in the classroom.

Successful candidates will be joining a fully inclusive, high performing school that is evidenced through:

• GCSE and A-Level results far exceeding UK national averages
• ‘Very Good’ rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB)
• ‘Outstanding rating from British Schools Overseas (BSO)
• ‘World Class School’ status from High Performance Learning
• Being an invited member of the Cognitive Science school network
• A member of the Council of British International Schools

Through our comprehensive professional learning programme, we ensure our teachers have access to quality development opportunities that not only help them develop as professionals but also contribute to our outstanding success. Steplab instructional coaching, Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), the Best Practice Network (BPN) and Evidence Based Education (EBE) are just some of the partners we work with to ensure our teachers are comprehensively developed.

Responsibilities:

• Full operational, financial, and educational oversight of the secondary school.
• Contributing to the strategic direction of the academy.
• Providing inspiring, empathetic leadership.
• Maintaining the highest standards of student achievement and student behaviour to ensure exceptional outcomes for all.
• Ensuring robust quality assurance procedures are in place for all performance areas of the secondary school.
• Using rigorous, data-informed self-evaluation and self-reflection processes for continuous school improvement.
• Promoting the school to ensure its significant achievements are recognised both locally and internationally.
• Ensuring the highest quality of professional learning is in place for all staff and has impact on school improvement and student outcomes.
• Developing a culture of high challenge and high support where all staff and students feel empowered to thrive and succeed.
• Embedding, and building on, the evidence-informed and research driven approach already established.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Embody and contribute to our three pillars
• Hold a BEd of Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent, and a proven record of outstanding teaching.
• A Master’s in Education (leadership) and/or NPQH preferred but not essential.
• Significant experience in a leadership role within a secondary school.
• Evidence of ongoing professional learning in education, teaching and learning, and leadership.
• A demonstrable track record in sustained school improvement and raising standards.
• An in-depth knowledge of the National Curriculum for England and its implementation.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships whilst developing a high challenge high support environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse school community and establish strong partnerships.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace innovative educational practices.
• Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practice
• Have a growth mindset, whereby they are reflective and solution focussed
• Be creative and enthusiastic in their approach to teaching
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
• Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.

As a GEMS school, Wellington Academy Al Khail is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. An offer of employment will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to lead GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail, Secondary School please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position, to Danielle West at principalrecruitment@gemseducation.com. If you would welcome the opportunity for an informal and confidential discussion about the role before applying, please email Danielle West at the same email. Applications will be followed up as soon as they are received.

Applications close Monday the 8^th of April at 12:00pm.

To explore more details on the exceptional facilities and educational practices of GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail, please visit the school website at https://www.gemswellingtonacademy-alkhail.com