Head Of ICT - Noya British School - AY2026 27

Job Description

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Head - ICT (Computer Science) for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to commence next Academic Year AY2026/27.

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.

Responsibilities

Strategic Direction and Development of the Department

• Develop and implement departmental policies and practices that reflect the school’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning.
• Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long-term plans for the development of the department.
• Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving within the department and create action plans to support their progress.
• Analyse and interpret relevant school data to inform departmental policies and contribute to the school’s SEF.
• Ensure appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, implemented, regularly reviewed and evaluated for all year groups and courses.
• Ensure schemes of work include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T and EAL students.
  
  
  

Teaching and Learning

• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression across the department for all students, including high-ability learners and students with special educational needs.
• Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement.
• Set clear expectations for staff regarding standards of achievement, quality of teaching and learning, and behaviour.
• Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning within the department, identifying effective practice and areas for improvement.
• Take appropriate action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning.
• Ensure the department regularly contributes to the school’s CAS Programme and after-school Booster/Revision Sessions for I/GCSE and IB DP courses.
  
  
  

Leading and Managing Staff

• Performance manage the team in line with the school’s performance management policy.
• Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with the team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards.
• Hold regular department meetings with agendas and minutes.
• Ensure department meeting agendas focus on improving standards in student achievement, teaching and learning.
  
  
  

Managing Resources

• Ensure the efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources.
• Maintain efficient and effective control of the department’s Resource and CapEx budgets.
• Use accommodation effectively to create a stimulating teaching and learning environment in line with the Learning Environment Policy.
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment where risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policies and regulations are observed at all times.
  
  
  

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Contribute to the school’s CAS Programme by leading or supporting one after-school activity each term, including leadership of Model United Nations.
• Act as an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor for Year 12/13 students.
• Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota.
• Cover for absent colleagues when required.
• Invigilate examinations as required, including a minimum of one evening and one weekend external examination session, to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Principal.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification
  
  
  

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 6 years Teaching experience
  
  
  

Job Specifics, Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check
  
  
  

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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