Founding Head of Senior School

Strategic Leadership

Provide visionary and strategic leadership to establish the Senior School as a benchmark of excellence, rooted in the values and academic ethos of Queen Elizabeth s School, Barnet.

Lead the development of a high-performance culture characterised by innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement in both academic and pastoral domains, underpinned by a rigorous and responsive school improvement planning cycle.

Ensure full compliance with KHDA regulations and support the school s alignment with the standards required for British Schools Overseas (BSO) and Council of British International Schools (COBIS) accreditation.

Serve as a strategic partner in the school s founding leadership team, contributing to whole-school decision-making and representing the Senior School with distinction to internal and external stakeholders.

Promote and respect the heritage, traditions, and values of Emirati culture, fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the national identity and cultural expectations of the UAE.

Academic Excellence & Curriculum Development

Lead the design and delivery of an ambitious and intellectually rigorous curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England (Key Stages 3,4 & 5), ensuring alignment with the academic ethos of Queen Elizabeth s School, Barnet and adapting provision to meet UAE statutory requirements for Islamic Education, Arabic, and Social Studies, in line with regulatory expectations.

Drive exceptional teaching and learning through the implementation of evidence-informed pedagogical approaches, integrating innovation and educational technology to enrich the learning experience.

Champion inclusive, student-centred learning that recognises the needs of every child, ensuring appropriate challenge, support, and differentiation for a diverse and high-achieving student body.

Curate a vibrant and holistic enrichment programme that cultivates curiosity, creativity, and character extending learning well beyond the classroom through co-curricular and cross- disciplinary opportunities.

Embed the school s vision of nurturing confident, able, and responsible young people, ensuring that academic, personal, and social development are equally prioritised within the Senior School.

Staff Leadership & Development

Attract, recruit, and retain outstanding educators with the passion, expertise, and ambition to deliver a world-class British Senior School education as well as the ambitious UAE statutory requirements for Islamic Education, Arabic, and Social Studies.

Inspire and develop a high-performing teaching team through strategic mentoring, clear goal setting, and a culture of continuous reflection and professional growth.

Implement a robust and developmental performance management framework, including regular lesson observations, coaching conversations, and evidence-informed feedback.

Design and lead a professional development programme that reflects the latest in pedagogical research, curriculum innovation, and leadership progression.

Model exemplary leadership by cultivating a collaborative, respectful, and intellectually curious staff culture grounded in trust, shared values, and a commitment to excellence.

Pastoral Care & Well-Being

Create and sustain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels known, valued, and empowered to flourish both academically and personally.

Champion a whole-school approach to wellbeing, working collaboratively with staff, parents, and specialist teams to support students emotional, social, and behavioural development.

Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection, embedding a culture of vigilance, accountability, and care in line with UAE, UK, KHDA, COBIS & BSO requirements.

Build strong, trusting relationships with families, serving as a visible and approachable presence and as a key liaison in matters relating to student welfare, behaviour, and pastoral support.

Embed the school s commitment to developing confident, able, and responsible young people, ensuring that wellbeing and character development are integral to the Senior School experience.