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Aldar Academies

<div>Yasmina British Academy is an outstanding British Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Yasmina British Academy is an exceptional place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that annually produces some of the very best I/GCSE, A Level and BTEC results in the UAE. Our learning culture is under pinned by our core values of excellence, respect, passion, collaboration, and creativity allowing all students to thrive. Furthermore, the Academy is extremely proud of its recent ADEK inspection, which rated Yasmina British Academy as &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; in all six performance standards, putting it amongst the top schools in the UAE and Middle East.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in education or BSc degree with PGCE or equivalent is essential.
</li><li>NPQSL is desirable.
</li><li>At least 6 years teaching experience, including 4 consecutive years of performance exceeding standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal.
</li><li>At least 2 years&rsquo; experience in a Middle Leadership role.
</li><li>Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
</li><li>Experience working with parents and external agencies.
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
<ul><li>A clear commitment to nurturing and promoting the school vision.
</li><li>Proven track record of displaying positive behaviors and values.
</li><li>A commitment to maximizing achievement through excellence in teaching and learning.
</li><li>An excellent track record as a classroom teacher and school leader.
</li><li>An excellent track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards in learning.
</li><li>High standards and a highly effective communicator.
</li><li>Ability to implement and lead change and school development.
</li><li>Ability to lead large, diverse groups of people and stakeholders successfully.
</li><li>Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
</li><li>Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene and evaluate impact upon learning.
</li><li>Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.
</li><li>Ability to exercise good judgment and must possess leadership skills.
</li><li>Must appropriately handle confidential information.
</li><li>A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of all stakeholders.
</li><li>A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
</li><li>High levels of resilience and a good sense of humor
</li><li>Ability to drive change.
</li><li>A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.</li></ul></div>
 <div><div><div>Strategic Direction:
<ul><li>To lead on and develop the vision and culture across the middle school phase, which falls in line with whole academy expectations.
</li><li>To develop curriculum strategy to ensure holistic future focused learning and high standards for all.
</li><li>Lead on whole school communication strategy, working closely with Parent Relations Executive (PRE) and school principals, to engage and support parents
</li><li>Lead on whole school marketing strategy, working closely with PRE and Aldar to raise the profile and quality of social media.
</li><li>Lead on whole school parent engagement strategy, including Net Promoter Score and action planning.
</li><li>Lead on parent experience, working closely with admissions and PRE to develop induction, transition and retention.
</li><li>Lead on digital strategy across the Academy, including platforms, resources and communication.
</li><li>Lead on staff wellbeing strategy across the academy, including eNPS and reward and recognition.
</li><li>To ensure the academy policies promote effective relationships and compliment the intended culture.
</li><li>To lead on key performance standards as directed, ensuring all students thrive.
</li><li>To develop stakeholder voice and utilise this to create impact across whole school strategy.
</li><li>To lead on key areas of the SEF and SDP ensuring key improvement priorities are identified and actioned based on current research and evidence. Including but not limited to the Enterprise Strategy, Learning Skills and the schools Able, Gifted and Talented programme.
</li><li>To lead and oversee the MER and quality assurance processes and present an accurate and coherent account of academy performance in relation to key performance standards to a range of audiences including governors and parents.
</li><li>To effectively lead the academy through external review and inspection in key performance standards.
</li><li>To promote positive relationships within and outside the academy to ensure a cohesive school community, including but not limited to developing parent partnerships, working with external agencies or businesses.
</li><li>To set the strategic direction for Middle Leaders to ensure all students are academically challenged and supported to thrive within the academy.
</li><li>To work with the senior leadership team to provide quality provision that supports the whole child and ensures outstanding progress and attainment for all.
</li><li>To provide strategic direction and line manage agreed middle leaders to ensure that the academy exceeds the expectations of students, parents, and other stakeholders.
</li><li>To nurture a community where student development is nurtured for all.
</li></ul>Culture for Learning:
<ul><li>To work with all stakeholders to set the vision and tone for the culture for learning in line with the academy&rsquo;s overall vision.
</li><li>To lead on key policies to ensure it meets the needs of the academy.
</li><li>Lead on the innovation strategy and develop innovative teaching and learning strategies, the use of educational technology and digital literacy.
</li><li>Support the development of educational research.
</li><li>To ensure high expectations for all staff in relation to the culture for learning and behaviour and provide CPD as required.
</li><li>To ensure effective communication to parents regarding expectations of the academy and ensure that staff, students and parents understand the expectations, and adhere to them.
</li><li>To quality assure provision and undertake regular learning walks and drop-ins as well as formal observations to ensure high standards across the academy.
</li><li>To lead on the presentation and use of internal and external data for middle school, ensuring effective systems and processes are in place, holding staff accountable at all levels. Including reporting data internally and externally as required.
</li></ul>Leading and managing staff:
<ul><li>To lead subject teams and departments
</li><li>To coach and mentor teachers and leaders to significantly improve their professional performance and practice.
</li><li>To lead on the school ECA strategy, working with ECA leads.
</li><li>To recruit and select high calibre teaching and support staff.
</li><li>To line manage staff and departments as directed.</li></ul></div></div></div>

Assistant Principal (Whole School) - Yasmina British Academy (AY 2026/27)

Fortes Education

<div>
 Fortes Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region.
 
 
 Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and accomplishments. We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives. We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.
 
 
 
 About Regent International School &ndash; Inspiring Minds. Building Character.
 
 
 
 With a rich history of over 35 years, Regent International School is recognised as one of the leading and most innovative schools in the region, as well as a global leader in Positive Education. We have a close-knit family and community spirit with happiness resonating in our school, our children, our parents, and our teachers. We believe in inspiring, empowering, and enlightening our students and enriching the community of which we are a central focus.
 
 
 Regent International School is an all&ndash;through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE and &lsquo;A&rsquo; Levels. Some of our students achieved &lsquo;best in world&rsquo; awards from examination bodies this year, and the school significantly exceeded all international and Dubai averages in this year&rsquo;s TIMSS results. We offer a suite of Signature Programmes unrivalled in Dubai. With unique experiences in Environmental and Sustainability Studies, Primary students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains. Our world-class STEAM centre and Design Thinking curriculum offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9. We are technologically innovative and embed AI in teaching and learning. We have outstanding performing arts opportunities with amazing teachers to help our more creative students truly find their voice, and equally impressive athletic options for our students who regularly compete with other international schools in the region in DASSA and BSME sporting events and are supported by PE teachers as well as bespoke coaches for each sport. Regent International School is judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a &lsquo;Very Good&rsquo; school with many outstanding features and &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; in our British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection in 2019.
 
 
 We present an exciting opportunity to join us in further developing our highly popular, dynamic and innovative school.
 
 
 
 About You
 
 
 
 We seek to appoint an outstanding Non-native Arabic to raise the standards of teaching and achieve outstanding results in the Arabic department across the school. The successful candidate must possess the following attributes and skills.
 
 
 <ul>
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 An &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; teacher with at least 4 years of middle leadership experience working in an International school.
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 The candidate should hold a degree i.e., B.Ed. or a B.A or equivalent in Arabic Language &amp; Studies.
 </li>
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 Proficient and experienced at teaching Arabic to non-native students across the Secondary phase.
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 The role will involve working closely with other middle leaders &amp; the Head of Department to develop the department&rsquo;s strategic plan and overseeing ABT assessments.
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 Candidates&rsquo; qualifications will need to be attested by the UAE Embassy in the country of qualification including the attestation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai. In addition, the candidates qualifications will need to go through the equivalisation process.
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 Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to harness individuals&rsquo; potential and ideas bringing them together in one cohesive team.
 
 
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 Our Offer
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Excellent tax-free salary
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 Furnished Accommodation
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 Relocation Allowance (applicable to overseas appointments only)
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 <li>
 Medical Insurance for self
 </li>
 <li>
 Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations
 </li>
 <li>
 Tuition Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s)
 </li>
 <li>
 State-of-the-art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai
 </li>
 <li>
 An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.
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 Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues
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 Excellent professional development
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 Working in Dubai, one of the world&rsquo;s most sought-after work and travel destinations
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Application Process
 
 
 
 If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans.
 
 
 Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings
 
 
 Interviews will take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.
 
 
 The closing date for applications is the 3rd of May 2026. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore, we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date will be August 2026.
 
 
 
 Safer Recruitment Statement
 
 
 
 Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Regent International School, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
 
 
 We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.
</div>

Non-Native Arabic Teacher – August 2026 start - Regent International School

<div>Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Assistant Head - Secondary for Virginia American School in Abu Dhabi, commencing AY26/27.
Virginia American School is an honoured part of the Aldar Schools network, a global leader in education with a commitment to excellence. Joining a family of several schools, we share a collective vision of shaping future leaders and providing a world-class education to a diverse student population with Aldar Education.
At Virginia American School, we believe that education is not just about academic excellence, but also about shaping well-rounded individuals who will become future leaders. Our curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills in our students. We also provide a diverse and inclusive environment, preparing our students to thrive in a global society.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;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.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Education or B.Sc degree with PGCE is essential. Desirable Master&rsquo;s degree.
Minimum Experience:
<ul><li>At least 6 years&rsquo; experience, including 4 consecutive years teaching performance exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal
</li><li>At least 2 years&rsquo; experience in middle leadership role
</li><li>Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
</li><li>Experience working with parents and external agencies.
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills:
<ul><li>With secure knowledge of teaching and learning, and a track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning.
</li><li>ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene and evaluate impact upon learning.
</li><li>ability to organize tasks
</li><li>ability to handle multiple tasks
</li><li>ability to exercise good judgment
</li><li>must possess leadership skills
</li><li>must appropriately handle confidential information
</li></ul>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.</div>
 <div>Main Duties:
<ul><li>Assist the Assistant Principal Secondary in maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment.
</li><li>Support the administration and monitoring of assessments, schedules, and academic programs in coordination with SLT and department heads
</li><li>Line-manage grade-level leaders, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
</li><li>Organize staff coverage and assign duties for absent personnel to ensure smooth daily operations.
</li><li>Support student achievement initiatives, including standardized testing, interventions, progress tracking, and data collection.
</li><li>Contribute to pastoral care by monitoring student welfare, supporting wellbeing programs, and fostering a nurturing school environment.
</li><li>Collaborate with SLT on curriculum, instructional strategies, and school improvement initiatives.
</li><li>Assist in planning and coordinating staff professional development to enhance teaching quality.
</li><li>Support timely completion of reports, forms, and data submissions.
</li><li>Perform other duties as delegated by the Principal, Vice Principal, or Assistant Principal Secondary.
</li></ul>Specific Duties:
Academic Leadership &amp; Student Achievement:
<ul><li>Assist the Assistant Principal of Secondary in guiding academic programs and ensuring high-quality instruction across all grades.
</li><li>Support monitoring student progress through assessments, reports, and feedback systems.
</li><li>Help ensure academic standards align with national and international benchmarks, including UAE National Agenda initiatives.
</li><li>Assist in curriculum development and review, collaborating with Middle Leaders and teachers to implement effective teaching strategies.
</li></ul>Teaching, Learning, Assessment, and Curriculum:
<ul><li>Lead and oversee teaching and learning monitoring systems.
</li><li>Lead and support programs designed to develop and grow teachers for optimal student academic outcomes.
</li><li>Collaborate with academic teams and SLT to ensure assessment practices in secondary are robust, reliable, and valid.
</li><li>Collaborate with academic teams and SLT to ensure curriculum review mechanisms are established and that processes are in place to enhance and enrich secondary curriculum across all subjects.
</li><li>Manage the structure and execution of assemblies, thematic events, activities, and academic enrichment opportunities.
</li></ul>Staff Leadership &amp; Management:
<ul><li>Line-manage grade-level leaders, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
</li><li>Assist in supporting and developing teaching staff through professional development and coaching.
</li><li>Promote collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning among faculty.
</li><li>Support staff coverage and allocation of duties for absent teachers to maintain smooth school operations.
</li></ul>School Vision, Mission &amp; Values:
<ul><li>Assist in promoting the school&rsquo;s vision, mission, and values across the Secondary school.
</li><li>Support fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative school climate aligned with the school&rsquo;s ethos.
</li><li>Ensure Secondary goals align with the wider strategic aims of the school.
</li></ul>Parental Engagement &amp; Community Collaboration:
<ul><li>Assist in establishing strong communication with parents and families regarding student learning and wellbeing.
</li><li>Support organizing parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and community events.
</li><li>Help address parent concerns professionally and empathetically.
</li></ul>Operational &amp; Administrative Support:
<ul><li>Support the day-to-day operations of the Secondary school, including timetabling, resource allocation, and staff coverage.
</li><li>Ensure effective use of educational technologies, teaching tools, and classroom resources.
</li><li>Help maintain a safe, orderly, and well-organized learning environment.</li></ul></div>

Assistant Head - Secondary - Virginia American School (AY26/27)

Aldar Education

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Aldar Academies are currently seeking an outstanding
 
 Phase Leader(Primary)
 
 for
 
 Al Ain British Academy
 
 , commencing
 
 August 2026
 
 .
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family.
 
 
 Candidates must have a secure knowledge of teaching the English National Curriculum .Potential candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning to ensure outstanding progress for all. They will be able to demonstrate leadership skills/experiences at a variety of levels and to be effective in working collaboratively in a team.
 
 
 Successful candidates will find themselves welcomed into a wonderful school family community, where staff are held in high regard by pupil, parents and school leadership alike. Al Ain is a beautiful, green city that offers an affordable lifestyle within the UAE, whilst offering easy access to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Oman all within a short drive. Al Ain boasts its own tourist attractions in the form of Al Ain Zoo, Jebel Hafeet mountain, Al Ain Oasis, as well as leisure facilities including hotels, malls, golf and Rugby club, shooting range, swimming pools, Al Ain Raceway and much more. We offer a competitive package including relocation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, end of service gratuity and a 4.5 day working week empowering staff wellbeing.
 
 
 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
 
 
 
 Main Duties:
 
 
 
 A Strategic direction and development of the department/phase
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and implement policies and practices for department/phase which reflects the School&rsquo;s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning;
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for the development of department;
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students;
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement and deliver intervention programmes within the department/phase to support student achievement and review the impact;
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, AG&amp;T, and EAL students.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Teaching and learning
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in department/phase for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs;
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and monitor curriculum coverage through the use of assessment platforms;
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement;
 </li>
 <li>
 Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour;
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department/phase and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure the department is providing a variety of ECAs, parent workshops, and events;
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leading and managing staff
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Performance manage team in accordance with school performance management policy;
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards;
 </li>
 <li>
 Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning;
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Managing resources
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources including managing any cover internally within the department/phase;
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department&rsquo;s Resource budgets;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure effective and stimulating environments within the department/phase to support teaching and learning in accordance with Learning Environment Policy;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Other Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 To be a mentor for Early Career Teachers within the department/phase;
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage duties and cover within the phase/department;
 </li>
 <li>
 Cover for absent colleagues where required;
 </li>
 <li>
 Support staff with parent communication, meetings, and pastoral care of students within the phase/department;
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and support with termly reports and parent teacher conferences;
 </li>
 <li>
 Invigilate examinations, as required, to support with examination schedules;
 </li>
 <li>
 Any other duties as assigned by your line manager and/or Principal
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor of Education Degree in equivalent field with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum of 2-year experience as a middle leader (preferably Head of Year experience)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 6-year teaching experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience of the UK curriculum
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience of a British Curriculum is essential, including I/GCSE and I/A Level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous leadership experience is desirable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
 </li>
 <li>
 Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
 </li>
 <li>
 A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
 </li>
 <li>
 Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
 </li>
 <li>
 A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
 </li>
 <li>
 A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Phase Leader (Primary) - Al Ain British Academy [AY 26/27]

<div>Aldar Academies are currently seeking an outstanding Phase Leader(Primary) for Al Ain British Academy , commencing August 2026 .
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family.
Candidates must have a secure knowledge of teaching the English National Curriculum .Potential candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning to ensure outstanding progress for all. They will be able to demonstrate leadership skills/experiences at a variety of levels and to be effective in working collaboratively in a team.
Successful candidates will find themselves welcomed into a wonderful school family community, where staff are held in high regard by pupil, parents and school leadership alike. Al Ain is a beautiful, green city that offers an affordable lifestyle within the UAE, whilst offering easy access to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Oman all within a short drive. Al Ain boasts its own tourist attractions in the form of Al Ain Zoo, Jebel Hafeet mountain, Al Ain Oasis, as well as leisure facilities including hotels, malls, golf and Rugby club, shooting range, swimming pools, Al Ain Raceway and much more. We offer a competitive package including relocation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, end of service gratuity and a 4.5 day working week empowering staff wellbeing.
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.</div>
 <div><div>Minimum Qualifications
 
<ul><li>Bachelor of Education Degree in equivalent field with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
</li></ul></div><div>Minimum Experience
 
<ul><li>Minimum of 2-year experience as a middle leader (preferably Head of Year experience) &middot;
</li></ul></div><ul><li>Minimum of 6-year teaching experience.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of the UK curriculum
</li></ul><div>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
<ul><li>Experience of a British Curriculum is essential, including I/GCSE and I/A Level.
</li><li>Previous leadership experience is desirable.
</li><li>Excellent communication skills
</li><li>Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
</li><li>Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
</li><li>A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
</li><li>Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
</li><li>A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
</li><li>A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check</li></ul></div></div>
 <div>Main Duties:
A Strategic direction and development of the department/phase
<ul><li>Develop and implement policies and practices for department/phase which reflects the School&rsquo;s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning;
</li><li>Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long term plans for the development of department;
</li><li>Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students;
</li><li>Implement and deliver intervention programmes within the department/phase to support student achievement and review the impact;
</li><li>Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing;
</li><li>Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, AG&amp;T, and EAL students.
</li></ul>Teaching and learning
<ul><li>Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in department/phase for all students including those of high ability and those with special educational needs;
</li><li>Review and monitor curriculum coverage through the use of assessment platforms;
</li><li>Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement;
</li><li>Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour;
</li><li>Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department/phase and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning;
</li><li>Ensure the department is providing a variety of ECAs, parent workshops, and events;
</li></ul>Leading and managing staff
<ul><li>Performance manage team in accordance with school performance management policy;
</li><li>Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards;
</li><li>Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning;
</li></ul>Managing resources
<ul><li>Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources including managing any cover internally within the department/phase;
</li><li>Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department&rsquo;s Resource budgets;
</li><li>Ensure effective and stimulating environments within the department/phase to support teaching and learning in accordance with Learning Environment Policy;
</li><li>Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.
</li></ul>Other duties and responsibilities
<ul><li>To be a mentor for Early Career Teachers within the department/phase;
</li><li>Manage duties and cover within the phase/department;
</li><li>Cover for absent colleagues where required;
</li><li>Support staff with parent communication, meetings, and pastoral care of students within the phase/department;
</li><li>Review and support with termly reports and parent teacher conferences;
</li><li>Invigilate examinations, as required, to support with examination schedules;
</li><li>Any other duties as assigned by your line manager and/or Principal</li></ul></div>

<div>
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Fortes Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region.
 
 
 Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and accomplishments. We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives. We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.
 
 
 
 About Sunmarke School &ndash;Where Amazing Happens
 
 
 
 Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our suite of signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school, transforming young lives. This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the coveted &lsquo;Most Innovative School&rsquo; award at the international Which School Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
 
 
 Sunmarke is an all&ndash;through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students, including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE, &lsquo;A&rsquo; Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programmes. Our students regularly win examination boards&rsquo; &lsquo;best in world&rsquo;, &lsquo;best in Middle East&rsquo; and &lsquo;best in country&rsquo; awards every year, across a diverse range of subjects. The latest incredible IB results show that Sunmarke School is in the top 3 schools in Dubai and 69th in world rankings. Our suite of Signature Programmes is unrivalled in Dubai, with inspiring opportunities for students to experience transformative learning opportunities. These include Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains; a world-class STEAM centre and curriculum, which offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9; Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR experiences alongside our cutting edge use of Artificial Intelligence for staff and students; outstanding performing arts opportunities with full black box and auditorium facilities alongside peripatetic music spaces and media suites; and a fantastic sports programme augmented with professional coaches, which led Sunmarke to be overall champions at the BSME Games.
 
 
 Sunmarke School has been judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a Very Good&rsquo; school since our third year of operation and is consistently judged &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; by British Schools Overseas (BSO).
 
 
 We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey beyond &ldquo;outstanding&rdquo;. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flagship schools, located at a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.
 
 
 
 About You
 
 
 
 Due to our continued growth, we seek to appoint an outstanding
 
 EYFS Teacher
 
 for an
 
 August 2026
 
 start.
 
 
 
 We Are Looking For Certain Qualities
 
 
 
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 Skilled in the best global educational practices
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 Committed to developing and inspiring every student, to believe that they can and will succeed
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 Tech-savvy, fluent in using APPs and technology to extend and enrich each student&rsquo;s learning experience
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 Outstanding role models who embody our core values
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 Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom.
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 Excellent communicators who can ignite a passion for learning in our students.
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 Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and wider campus life
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 Strong academic background, work ethic, well-organised having excellent interpersonal skills
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 Proficient and experienced at delivering an enriched Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum.
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 Dynamic, enthusiastic, and well-qualified holding as a minimum, a B.Ed. or a B.A &amp; PGCE and QTS.
 
 
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 Aspiring or current Middle Leaders are encouraged to apply for middle leadership roles. When applying please indicate your:
 
 
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 Specialism in a Subject Area.
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 Past MLT experience
 
 
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 Our Offer
 
 
 
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 Excellent tax-free salary
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 Furnished Accommodation
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 Relocation Allowance (applicable to overseas appointments only)
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 Medical Insurance for self
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 Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations
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 Tuition Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s)
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 State-of-the-art facilities and amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai
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 An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.
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 Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues
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 Excellent professional development
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 Working in Dubai, one of the world&rsquo;s most sought-after work and travel destinations
 
 
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 Application Process
 
 
 
 If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans.
 
 
 Candidates are invited to complete our
 
 Online Application
 
 by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings
 
 
 Interviews will take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.
 
 
 The closing date for applications is the
 
 15th
 
 of
 
 May 2026
 
 . Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. The appointment start date will be
 
 August 2026
 
 .
 
 
 Safer Recruitment Statement
 
 
 Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Sunmarke School, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
 
 
 We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.
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EYFS Teacher – August 2026 start - Sunmarke School

<div>Aldar Academies are currently seeking an outstanding Teacher - Primary with responsibility for Head of Nursery for Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing August 2026.
Mamoura British Academy is a British curriculum, mixed gender school. It is located in a state-of-the-art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students.
Our vision is to be &lsquo;a sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture all learners through our bespoke 'Mamoura British Academy DNA.' This Mamoura Learner, Teacher and Values DNA is at the heart of the school community.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualification
<ul><li>A Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
</li></ul>Minimum Experience
<ul><li>Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in the English National Curriculum.
</li></ul><ul><li>Leadership experience desirable.
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
<ul><li>Teaching across the age ability range with proven success
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong Inter-personal skills
</li></ul><ul><li>A commitment to school&rsquo;s Vision and Mission Statement
</li></ul><ul><li>Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student
</li></ul><ul><li>The ability to work under pressure, problem-solve and be resilient
</li></ul><ul><li>Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working in more than one International School desirable</li></ul></div>
 <div>A. Qualities and attributes:
<ul><li>A supportive and approachable team player who can collaborate effectively with others.
</li></ul><ul><li>A good communicator at all levels.
</li></ul><ul><li>A commitment to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
</li></ul><ul><li>A desire to be part of a school that strives for excellence in all that we do.
</li></ul><ul><li>Passion to instil awe and wonder to the learning of young students.
</li></ul>B. Leadership:
<ul><li>Contribute to the whole school vision and the strategic direction of the school.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead team and planning meetings to ensure that the team is well informed, organised and successful.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure that the learning opportunities for the children are innovative, purposeful and challenging across all curriculum areas.
</li></ul><ul><li>Promote the pastoral care and well-being of children within the year group by ensuring all systems and procedures are followed.
</li></ul><ul><li>Effectively line manage a team of teachers and teaching assistants to ensure they are performing successfully against the UAE Professional Teacher Standards.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the school&rsquo;s Monitoring, Evaluating and Reporting processes and quality assure all aspects of provision within the year group to ensure we are consistently promoting high standards and expectations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the school&rsquo;s Professional Development cycle helping to upskill and share good practice amongst fellow teachers.
</li></ul><ul><li>Actively participate in the school&rsquo;s bespoke Middle Leader training programme.
</li></ul>C. Teaching and learning:
<ul><li>To be able to teach all areas of the Primary English National Curriculum.
</li></ul><ul><li>Organising the classroom, learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment and support the development of the Mamoura British Academy USP in this area.
</li></ul><ul><li>Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
</li></ul><ul><li>Providing support and interventions for students with EAL or who have additional learning needs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation.
</li></ul><ul><li>Evidencing children&rsquo;s work and learning in line with the Mamoura British Academy Marking and Feedback policy.
</li></ul><ul><li>Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the development of teaching and learning across the school by sharing best practice, participating in school CPD and T&amp;L initiatives.
</li></ul><ul><li>To be able to demonstrate effective use of technology through innovative and creative lesson delivery and continuous provision.
</li></ul>D. Assessment and data:
<ul><li>Taking responsibility for the attainment and progress of a class of children to ensure that they reach above expected expectations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Meeting the requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development using Learning Ladders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning and interventions.
</li></ul><ul><li>Providing regular feedback to parents and carers on a student&rsquo;s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
</li></ul><ul><li>To plan, prepare and contribute to termly Pupil Progress meetings.
</li></ul>E. Behaviour management and duties:
<ul><li>To follow the Mamoura British Academy behaviour management policy and promote the TRACK Values to set high expectations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils&rsquo; needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
</li></ul><ul><li>Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.
</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out playground and other duties in a punctual, interactive and proactive manner.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure that any concerns relating to behaviour &amp; Safeguarding are accurately followed up on and logged on CPOMS.
</li></ul>F. Wider professional responsibilities
<ul><li>To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
</li></ul><ul><li>Support with organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student&rsquo;s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes.
</li></ul><ul><li>Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
</li></ul><ul><li>To run a weekly ECA each term to enhance the provision we offer for our students.</li></ul></div>

Head - Nursery - Mamoura British Academy (AY 2026/2027)

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