Assistant Principal(Secondary-Assessment and Curriculum)/Muna British Academy (AY 2026-2027)

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An outstanding Assistant Principal for Assessment and Curriculum (Secondary) is sought to lead Muna British Academy’s curriculum, assessment and reporting in Abu Dhabi from August 2026. The successful candidate will steer SEF and SDP development, ensure ADEK MOE and awarding body compliance, drive data-informed teaching and intervention, and line manage Heads of Department while preparing for external reviews. This role demands collaboration with parents and the Aldar Education network, a commitment to inclusion and UAE identity, and a strategic mindset to grow KS4 and KS5 pathways from Year 7 to Year 13. To apply, tailor your CV to show data leadership, curriculum development, budget awareness and safeguarding readiness.

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal-Assessment and Curriculum (Secondary) to join Muna British Academy in Abu Dhabi, commencing in August 2026.

Since our establishment in 2009, we have built and maintained a strong reputation for excellence, consistently achieving an “Outstanding” ADEK rating since 2015. In August 2025, Muna British Academy relocated to a state-of-the-art campus in the prestigious Saadiyat Lagoons community. This move has enabled us to expand our provision—now welcoming students from FS1 to Year 8, with plans to extend to Year 13 in the near future—within an inspiring environment that supports our mission of delivering exceptional education.

Our new campus features world-class facilities designed to foster academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. This relocation marks the next exciting chapter in our journey and offers an unparalleled opportunity for our community to grow and thrive in a premier educational setting.

As we continue to expand our secondary year groups in the upcoming academic year, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and contribute to shaping the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational group.

Successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and will demonstrate a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and culture of the region.

Job Purpose:

• Providing strategic leadership for the design, implementation and evaluation of the Academy’s secondary curriculum, assessment and reporting framework.
• Lead compliance processes linked to curriculum, assessment and inspection readiness across the secondary phase.
• Engaging with parents, students, and the broader school community to foster a culture of academic excellence.
• To contribute to the development of policy and planning for the Academy and to monitor the implementation of relevant policies.
• To assist the Principal and Head of Secondary in shaping the direction of the Academy and setting high expectations at all times.
• To liaise with senior colleagues at Aldar Education to support the strategic development of the Academy.
• To deputise in the absence of the Head of Secondary.
• To undertake any additional responsibilities as delegated by the Head of Secondary.

Strategic Leadership and Growth

• Lead the development of the SEF and SDP with particular responsibility for ADEK Performance Standards 3 and 4.
• Advising on school-wide strategic planning initiatives related to data, assessment, and curriculum.
• Leading and developing the Secondary school USP and academic vision.
• To promote relationships within and outside the Academy to enhance the community.
• Lead recruitment for secondary teaching and middle leadership posts in collaboration with the Head of Secondary.
• To line manage Heads of Department in line with school expectations.
• To effectively lead the school through external review and inspection.
• Lead the development and implementation of KS4 and KS5 pathways in collaboration with the Head of Secondary.
• Leading on long-term curriculum vision from Year 7 to Year 13.
• To support with staffing model planning linked to curriculum growth.

Curriculum:

• Ensure full compliance with ADEK, MOE and awarding body curriculum requirements across the secondary phase.
• Leading the review and refinement of curriculum frameworks to enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Leading professional development initiatives on curriculum design.
• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of curriculum changes on student outcomes.
• Ensuring alignment between Primary and Secondary curricula to support a seamless transition for students.
• Leading parent workshops on curriculum, assessment and pathways.
• Ensure clear communication to students and parents around reporting, examinations and option pathways.
• Supporting transition from primary to secondary and into KS4.

Assessment and Reporting:

• Design and implementation of a coherent whole-school assessment policy in line with ADEK expectations and best practice in UK curriculum schools.
• Develop and implement internal and external moderation systems across departments and across specific key stages.
• Lead reporting processes to parents in line with ADEK expectations.
• Use of GL, CAT4 and other baseline data to inform progress measures
• Oversight of exam readiness and results analysis including GCSE and post-16 outcomes where applicable.
• Overseeing International Benchmark testing and internal assessments to ensure data integrity and meaningful use.
• Overseeing the effective use of iSAMS for reporting, data tracking and timetable management.
• Supporting on ESIS data termly for ADEK.
• Leading on data collection for Aldar HQ.
• Collaborating with all departments to set and achieve academic performance targets.
• Providing leadership in the use of formative and summative assessments to track student progress and inform instruction.
• Identifying and implementing intervention strategies for students requiring additional academic support.
• Leading professional development initiatives on assessment.
• Analysing student performance data to inform instructional strategies and improve learning outcomes.
• To develop and present an accurate and coherent account of the Academy's performance to a range of audiences including governors and parents.
• To collate and analyse the school Data Dashboard reporting termly on Secondary data and outcomes, tracking cohorts including SEND, EAL, high attaining and Emirati students.
• Coaching teachers in data-driven decision-making to personalise learning experiences.

Learning and Teaching:

• Lead and model a culture of high quality teaching through regular learning walks, coaching and feedback systems.
• Lead the secondary teaching and learning strategy aligned to curriculum intent.
• Ensuring consistency in pedagogical approaches across departments.
• Embedding adaptive teaching and support for diverse learners.
• Working closely with inclusion and EAL teams so curriculum and assessment are accessible.
• Leading professional learning communities or instructional coaching.
• Use of technology in curriculum and assessment to enhance teaching, assessment and reporting efficiency.

Managing Resources:

• Support with CAT4/admission and transfers for new students.
• Provide strategic oversight of curriculum-linked trips and visits.
• Oversee assessment and data-related budget lines.
• Contribute to whole-school staffing and curriculum budget planning.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• To lead ELT presentations as required.
• Champion inclusion, equity and UAE national identity across the secondary curriculum.
• To fulfil teaching responsibilities as and when needed to support the education team, a reduced timetable if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education or B.Sc. degree with PGCE is essential. Desirable Master's degree

Minimum Experience:

• At least 6 years' experience, including 4 consecutive years teaching performance exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal
• At least 2 years' experience in middle leadership role
• Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
• Experience working with parents and external agencies.

Job Specifics, Knowledge & Skills:

• Secure knowledge of teaching and learning and a track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning.
• Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene and evaluate impact upon learning.
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Must possess leadership skills
• Must appropriately handle confidential information Requirements

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