Assistant Principal (Data and Assessment)

Job description / Role

Job Description

As Assistant Principal, you will support the vision, core values, mission, aims, and policies of the school. You will help develop the effective leadership and management of the school while ensuring the highest possible standards of teaching, learning, curriculum, student achievement, and pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Play an active role in school strategic planning and school self-review.
• Be responsible for leading, developing, and managing teaching and learning, target-setting, assessment, tracking, recording, and reporting.
• Take a significant lead in developing the assessment framework across the secondary school in conjunction with senior and middle leaders and all teaching staff.
• Lead, alongside members of the senior leadership team, target-setting, assessment, and tracking data.
• Have accountability for the standards of attainment, progress, achievement, and behavior, monitor and evaluate the progress made in these areas, and determine further actions for improvement.
• Have an excellent working knowledge and understanding of the KHDA/DSIB UAE Inspection Framework and Supplement, UAE Vision 2021, and National Agenda and use these to support leadership and management.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Accredited educational leadership qualification such as NPQSL or NPQH.
• Commitment to promote and support the vision, values, and ethos of the school.
• Evidence of significant and continued professional development.
• Evidence of innovation leading to raised standards and improved student and staff motivation.
• Knowledge and understanding of competency-led curriculum frameworks.
• Knowledge and understanding of what constitutes high-quality educational provision and how to secure it within the school.
• Evidence of successful delivery against targets.
• Possess drive, enthusiasm, determination, and boundless energy to improve the life chances and experiences of students.
• Maintain a sense of humor and proportion while working under pressure.
• Display a genuine love of learning and care for students.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and guide staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of high academic expectations and student success.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a prerequisite for all appointments.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.