Head - Key Stage 3 (Academic Year 2026/2027)

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An outstanding Head of Key Stage 3 is sought for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to join Aldar Education for 2026/27. Based on Yas Island, this flagship campus champions high standards, UK curriculum expertise, and inclusive practice across SEN, G&T and EAL, with CAS and after‑school enrichment. The role leads policy development, strategic planning, data‑driven pupil support, quality assurance of teaching, performance management, budgeting, and safety, while engaging in MUN, mentoring Year 12/13, and Extended Essay supervision. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with PGCE or equivalent, six years’ UK‑curriculum teaching experience, and safeguarding clearance. To apply, tailor your CV and cover letter to show KS3 leadership, measurable impact, and readiness for on‑site Abu Dhabi work; references and police clearance should be ready.

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Head of Key Stage 3 for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to join in Academic Year 2026/2027.

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.

Main Duties:

• Develop and implement policies and practices for department which reflects 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 department; 
• Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in department; create and implement plans of action to support those students; 
• Analyse and interpret relevant school data, to inform policies and department/school SEF writing; 
• 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, G&T, and EAL students. 
• Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour; 
• Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of department and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning; 
• Ensure the department is regularly contributing towards the school’s CAS Programme and after school Booster/Revision Sessions for I/GCSE and IB DP courses. 
• Performance manage team in accordance with school performance management policy; 
• Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; agenda should include focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning; 
• Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources; 
• Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s Resource and CapEx budgets; 
• 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. 
• Contribute to the school’s CAS Programme by leading/supporting one after-school activity each term, including leadership of Model United Nations (MUN); 
• To be an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor to Year 12/13 students; 
• Cover for absent colleagues; 
• 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; 

Minimum Qualifications

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

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 6-year teaching experience.
• Experience of the UK curriculum

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• A commitment to an extensive enrichment programme 
• Passionate and caring educators

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.