Vice Principal - Female Campus

ADNOC Schools is currently seeking Vice Principal – Female Campus to join our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. The current vacancy is based in ADNOC School, Sas Al Nakhl in Abu Dhabi, UAE for an immediate start.ADNOC School – Sas Al Nakhl offers world-class amenities and is designed to provide learners with a 21st Century curriculum using the latest technology and world-class facilities. The schools deliver the renowned US Massachusetts/Common Core curriculum and ADNOC Schools, Sas Al Nakhl in Abu Dhabi – Female Campus currently educates over 1,000 students. In addition, high school students have access to AP (Advanced Placement) examinations, accredited by the US College Board. Students graduate with the American High School Diploma.Successful candidates will combine an excellent track record of effective leadership experience, developed in the UK, USA or other international settings, with strong inter-personal skills and cultural awareness with the ability to manage the demands and needs of a wide range of stakeholders from Board level to parents, teachers and Principals. Exceptional communication skills combined with being a visible leader and ambassador for the school are pivotal to this role.The role requires high level strategic thinking combined with a firm grasp of how to ensure outstanding education outcomes across the school. Candidates must be committed to working in partnership with other schools within the group and developing ways to engage with strategic partners to support the work of the school, the group as a whole and the UAE’s wider education vision.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.RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic LeadershipCommunicate a clear sense of purpose and direction which is understood by all stakeholders, and which expresses the core values and moral purpose of the schoolMotivate others to create a shared learning culture and positive climate for learning and personal developmentEnsure that teaching excellence and high achievement are at the heart of all strategic and improvement planningLead by example, modelling the values and visions of the schoolTranslate the vision into agreed targets, objectives, and operational plansIn liaison with the principal, be responsible for the strategic direction, development, and co-ordination of identified areas of the school’s development plan, ensuring that intended outcomes are metEnsure that the school continues to build its positive profile in the community and surrounding areas and encouraging collaborative partnershipsUndertake additional duties as required by the principal as appropriate.Operational LeadershipDrive high standards in all areas including attendance, academic progress, non-academic achievement, and a culture that expects continuous improvement to ensure a fully inclusive learning environmentContribute to the school’s quality assurance procedures undertaking lessons observations and feedback, work scrutiny, staff/student interviews and faculty reviewsExercise accountability for students’ academic outcomes. Work with the curriculum leaders to analyse individual students’ class and curriculum area progress and performance data, identifying targets and implementing interventions for improvementAdvise and support curriculum leaders in all curriculum decisions and developments including MOE amendments and the choices that are required with regards to syllabus, qualifications and examining board(s)Keep the Strategic Governance Group (SGG) and the Board updated where appropriate on all developmentsProvide individual leadership which will inspire, motivate, challenge, and support all staffExercise accountability for inspection outcomes for their respective areas of responsibility. Work with curriculum and pastoral leaders to monitor individual students’ progress and performance against the specific inspection parametersQuality AssuranceEnsure the consistent use of effective quality assurance practices to maintain high quality provisionEnsure that all colleagues are able to make accurate and consistent assessments on the quality of teaching observed during short observations, and are able to give focused and relevant feedbackContribute to the school’s Self Evaluation Form (SEF) and the School’s Development Plan (SDP)Contribute to the report for the Strategic Governance Group (SGG) and the BoardPastoral SystemEstablish as safe, purposeful, and stimulating environment for students, rooted in mutual respect and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions, and rewards consistently and fairlyAs a member of the school’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), undertake duties and promote and support effective behaviour management support whilst maintaining good relationships with students, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessaryPlay a full part in the life of the school community, to support its vision and ethos and to encourage and ensure staff and students follow this exampleBe responsible for safeguarding the welfare of students within the school, raising any concerns following school policies, protocol, and proceduresCommunication & LiaisonEnsure effective communication and consultation with staff, parents, SGG, partner schools and other relevant stakeholders which listens to parents and students in order to secure commitment to the vision and culture of the schoolAttend all meetings which are listed within the school’s directed time budget to provide a senior staff presence at other events, as requested by the principalContribute to SGG meetings and Board meetings where appropriate at the request of the Principal or the ChairRaising Standards Quality assures summative assessments and ensure results are entered accurately and reliablyTo ensure students’ progress is measured against UAE curriculum standardsTo ensure students’ attainment is measured against external, national, and international benchmarking to improve teaching and learning (CPAA, MAP and PISA)To use data analysis to monitor students’ progress and to identify gaps in learningIdentify underachieving students who should be targeted for intervention and supportTo ensure school is compliant with ADEK and Aldar Education assessment policies and in particular to ensure all students sit the relevant MAP assessments.To strive to improve the take-up and performance of EmSATs and APs across the High SchoolProfessional DevelopmentUndertake appropriate training to enhance personal, professional skills related to fulfilling the role of Vice Principal, including professional reading and researchPromote teamwork and the wellbeing of staff to ensure positive working relationships and sustained high quality performanceParticipate in the recruitment and induction of new staffUndertake any reasonable request from the principal that is not specified in this job descriptionStudent Guidance and SupportGet to know all students in the year group as well as possible.Maintain good relationships/contact with parents.Respond swiftly to community and parental concerns.Build positive relationships with parents, colleagues and outside agencies.Minimum QualificationsEssentialBachelor’s Degree in a related subjectCoursework in educational and/or organizational leadershipDesirableNPQHMaster’s degree in EducationLeadership/ManagementAdministrative/Leadership certificationNPQH or Master’s in Education is preferredUS curriculum experience is preferredMinimum Experience8 years of experience in the field of education, including:3 years of teaching experience or a valid educational leadership licenseJob Specific Knowledge & SkillsAbility to establish positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including the Board and Strategic Governance Group is essentialUnderstanding of the operational and financial requirements to manage a successful school is essentialWHAT WE OFFERADNOC Schools offer an attractive remuneration package. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.ADNOC School and Aldar Education are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.APPLICATIONInterested applicants should forward:1 side A4, letter of interestMost recent resume/CVAs much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volume of applications and robust selection process, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 10 business days.ADNOC Schools are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and any offer of appointment will be subject to any relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities.