Job Description

▪ Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.

▪ Work closely with the Principal to establish effective and globally relevant practices of learning & teaching. Implement the schools vision for quality in the school linked with the GEMS expectation of excellent education.

▪ Integrate GEMS core values into the planning and delivery of all curricular and co-curricular lessons and activities.

▪ Develop monitoring and evaluation systems to assess teaching

and learning standards, and implement any necessary improvement strategies.

▪ Assist staff develop professionally and meet time based improvement targets.

▪ Conduct needs based lesson observation / lesson appraisal and provide focused feedback in order to meet school targets.

▪ Develop positive links with parents and the wider community through consistent and clear communication.

▪ Liaise with the Registrar regarding new student’s needs, induction procedures, admission testing etc.

▪ Ensure provision of support classes / activity programmes, educational trips, assemblies & special days.

▪ Assist with Parent – Teacher meetings, Charity drives, GEMS initiatives & other school events.

▪ Chair meetings & head committees.

▪ Manage budgets and undertake teaching and other Professional duties as delegated by the HOS, & SMT.

▪ Ensure the curriculum reflects the needs of the pupils and the standards & content required by the Regulatory board.

▪ Work with the HODs and coordinators to ensure continuity & Progression in terms of the school Curriculum.

▪ Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.

▪ Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.

▪ Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

▪ Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Skills

Qualifications / knowledge:

• University Degree
• Recognised teaching qualification.
  
  

Skills:

• Clear communication skills, verbal & written.
• Strong ICT skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
  
  

Experience:

• Track record of teaching in reputable schools ,
• Demonstrable experience in a Senior Leadership role
• Experience in Change Management.