School Operations Manager

Job Purpose The School Operations Manager oversees all operational services at campus level, ensuring smooth, compliant, and cost-effective delivery. Reporting directly to the Head of Business Operations and working closely with the Principal, the role covers key functions such as procurement, facilities, H&S, events, ESG, and shared services. The role also ensures regulatory readiness and contributes to school improvement plans through cross-functional coordination. Key Accountabilities: Staff Management Develop and maintain effective partnerships and engage in positive communication with all staff, senior leaders, HOBO and the Principal. Provide leadership for the Facilities Manager, Procurement assistant, IT assistant and Head nurse. This includes ensuring they adhere to their accountabilities and KPIs, supporting their professional development, conducting appraisals, and addressing performance issues. Adhere to the school’s policies and procedures and ensure all supervised staff do as well. Purchasing and Contract Management   Oversee operational budgets (R&M, FFE, licensing, utilities, IT), POs, and DoA compliance. Review procurement documentation and vendor payments; monitor advance payments and credit card use. Ensure deliveries are asset tagged per policy. QA/QC the vendor performance and escalate quality issues where required.  Health and Safety Lead implementation of Taaleem and regulatory H&S protocols, and site safety infrastructure. Maintain H&S documentation (risk assessments, inspections, drill records, protocols etc.). Chair HSE meeting. Complete and escalate incident reports per internal systems and regulatory portals and coordinate with Facilities and Principal for post-incident investigations. Lead government inspections and coordinate post-crisis H&S site checks.  Events and excursions Oversee school event and field trip approvals to ensure they follow Taaleem’s Events & Excursions Policy. Liaise with transport and third-party vendors; support with escalated trip-related issues.  Facilities Management Monitor R&M budgets and maintenance delivery in collaboration with Facilities Manager. Escalate site-level risks that threaten continuity of operations. Oversee CCTV usage for regulatory and internal policy compliance.  Compliance Ensure timely renewal of all key licenses (e.g., Civil Defence, Clinic, Trade). Maintain compliance records for inspections; report non-conformance to CO. Oversee onboarding documentation for ECAs, ASAs, and third-party vendors. Monitor adherence to Taaleem and UAE authority policies. ESG and energy conservation Act as site ESG champion; lead sustainability, waste reduction, and recycling initiatives. Liaise with CO teams to upcycle outdated equipment and reduce utility usage in line with group targets.  Campus Development Contribute to the school’s strategic campus planning and monitor ongoing infrastructure needs. Oversee delivery of approved CIP projects; ensure all building modifications have proper authority approvals.  Shared Services Coordinate transport, catering, ASA, and uniform providers with support from CO teams. Approve space allocation for ECAs and shared services. Manage provider performance, changes, and communication to relevant stakeholders. Lead commission tracking for all other income with the support of the Shared Services Manager.  IT end user support Oversee IT and software procurement against approved budgets. Support IT onboarding for new staff and resolve escalated operational IT issues. Monitor printing systems and coordinate asset usage with CO IT.

Accountant

Job Purpose Oversee the day-to-day accounting/budgets of the school. Key Accountabilities  - Manage the invoicing/ banking/collection of monies using Focus software in line with Taaleem protocols. - Manage school invoicing & collections for trips, examinations & other activities. - Follow-up of accounts receivable as per Taaleem protocols. - Prepare refund requests and related protocols in Focus. - Keep the daily accounts updated so that information can be shared with the Principal and CO Finance team. - Reconcile of students with class register and admissions. - Support the Admissions Manager with all necessary support for student enrollment. - Manage the day-to-day petty cash system. - Process all vendor payments and staff expense claims. - Deal with the administration of supply teacher salary/paperwork. - Support the HR Advisor with the financial implications of teacher absence. - Deal with the finances of any professional development request authorized by the SLT. - Assist Principal in preparation of annual budgets & implement procedures to maintain tight budget control and have available reports for the Principal on the current budget status. - Process annual order & supplier payments. - Take care of any required data entry and /or changes that need to be made in Focus. - Undertake the daily banking reconciliation and associated reports. - Other duties as reasonably expected.

Inclusion Teacher

Department:  Charter Schools Direct Reporting Line: Head of Inclusion Person Specification: Education: - Bachelor’s Degree) in Special Education OR Bachelor in any subject + Diploma in Special Education - Bachelor in any subject + CPD course in Special Education, as per the ADEK Inclusion Policy Experience: - A minimum 2 years of teaching experience working with students with additional learning needs  - with English Language Learner experience Competencies: Excellent communication skills in English with all stakeholders.  Excellent teaching skills Excellent knowledge of SEN Strong knowledge of and experience with the curriculum and assessment practices that support the learning of students of determination Excellent knowledge of child protection and health and safety practices Excellent command of relevant technology tools and platforms used for instruction, collaboration, and communication Attributes: Model of integrity, resilient, collaborative team player, empathetic listener, and strategic thinker Able to convert vision into action Internationally minded, emotionally intelligent, interculturally aware, creative and persuasive Flexible and capable of instilling high standards Adept in multilingual settings, spirited, pioneering, professional, and nurturing Personal drive Primary Job Purpose: The core purpose of this role is to provide outstanding instruction to Students of Determination both in a small group and a one-to-one basis that secures excellent growth and development in order to reach their full educational potential. This includes students with learning, emotional, behavioural or communication difficulties, conditions such as ASD, dyspraxia, dyslexia and ADHD, sensory impairments (for example, visual impairment), sensory processing disorder and mental health issues. Key Accountabilities: Professional Readiness and Responsibilities: Commit to the school’s vision, mission, and processes for Take responsibility for improving teaching by undertaking appropriate professional development and responding to advice and feedback from colleagues. Fulfil all assigned and published responsibilities, including those related to documentation, reporting, supervision duties, meeting participation, after school activities, use of resources Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and support. Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the Model the attitudes, values, and behaviours that promote a love of learning and intellectual Use available resources to establish and maintain inclusive, creative and inspiring learning environments. Contribute to the design and implementation of an engaging and appropriate curriculum for students of determination Contribute to the professional development of staff, including whole school CPD Establish and maintain appropriate and respectful relationships with students and Comply with the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and the requirement to report to the Child Protection Officer any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children. Instructional Effectiveness Support homeroom teachers in identifying individual needs and in understanding the needs of students of determination Support the consistent use and dissemination of the most effective teaching approaches for individual students of determination to minimize barriers to learning Carry out basic assessments and screening of students of determination Collaborate with homeroom teachers to define appropriate activities for the students in relation to the curriculum Liaise with external agencies and staff to co-ordinate their contribution provides maximum support and ensures continuity of provision. Help students develop strategies that will enable them to learn more effectively in class, including the use of digital learning and IT Expertly apply specialist knowledge in meeting the needs of students of determination Use an in-depth knowledge of the students' strengths and weaknesses to monitor progress, set targets, and plan instruction. Continually establish inspiring and challenging expectations and goals for students, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, and dispositions. In accordance with the school's behaviour policies, establish and maintain a safe, productive, orderly, and stimulating learning environment that engages students, responds to their needs, and ensures that all are treated with respect and dignity. Demonstrate consistently an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of students and use that awareness to adapt teaching to support students at different stages of development.  Plan and prepare lessons based on students’ individual needs, whilst being aware of the need for flexibility and the ability to react to specific and particular needs Deliver well-structured, imaginative lessons that make effective use of class time, reflecting regularly on their impact on students and making improvements as needed. Skilfully use a variety of assessment strategies to ensure that students are making progress in line with their IEP goals Provide students frequent, timely, comprehensive, and constructive feedback to promote further learning Differentiate instruction appropriately so that all students always receive a high level of challenge and necessary support. Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy, and the correct use of standard English. Ensure that homework and other out-of-class activities meaningfully consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired. Contribute to all termly and annual reviews of IEPs and attend meetings as requested Communicate in an accurate, timely, and effective manner with parents regarding students’ achievement, progress, and well-being. Provide frequent and detailed information about the instructional program to parents so they can effectively support their children's learning. Other Duties Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role, as reasonably requested by the management.   

IB Programs Administrative Assistant

Department: Administration   Direct Reporting Line: Deputy Head of Secondary   Safeguarding Statement:   Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, 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 to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.     Job Purpose:   Provide administrative and logistical support to the IB Program Coordinators, ensuring a smooth functioning of the IB Program. The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, attention to detail and a good understanding of the IB Curriculum.   Key Relationships (Internal and External):   - All School Departments, Parents, Students, SLT   Key Accountabilities: - Assist IB Coordinators and Head of School with daily administrative tasks including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and organising appointments. - Support the preparation, submission, and tracking of IB program documentation, including student registrations and exam materials. - Serve as a liaison between IB Coordinators, students, parents, and teaching staff to facilitate clear communication. - Schedule meetings with parents for progress updates with SSLT - Maintain accurate and confidential records of IB students, assessment results, and other program- related data. - Coordinate logistics for IB exams, workshops, meetings, and events in collaboration with IB Coordinators. - Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence related to the IB program. - Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of all IB requirements and documentation. - Assist with the update of School management systems. - Collaborate with teachers to ensure the implementation of the IB curriculum, including organizing resources and materials for exams. - Provide administrative support with the logistics of the end of year exams, Mock Exams and IB Exams -   Seasonal Events: - ADEK Wellbeing Census - Official November and May IB Diploma Exams - PASS TEST - Alis Test - Grade 12 Mock Exams - Grade11MockExams - Grade6-10InternalExam - CAT4 - GLS - IBT   Administrative: - Collect and print all exams. - Prepare cover sheets for all exams. - Prepare and manage invigilation. - Invigilation – support. - Administration of subject change/course change letters to parents and scheduling of interview dates - Retrieve data from the GL assessment site for GL results. - Create interview schedules for grade 10 meetings. - Collect grade 10 Subject forms from IB Coordinators and SSLT. - Create a form for the grade 10 Subject forms. - Send exam results to parents through mail merge. - Management of Coordinators' Calendars - Support for Grade 10 Options SLT/Coordinators Interviews - Support in collating and communicating internal and external IB-related information (predicted grades, registration documents, etc) - Support in sending out parcels and documents to IB via couriers - Aramex, DHL (Exams, etc)

Music Teacher - 6 months Contract - Jan 2026

J ob Purpose: The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.   Key Relationships (Internal and External): Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.

Female - Early Years PE Teacher

Job Description: Department: Education Direct Reporting Line: Principal/ Vice Principal/Early Years Coordinator/Head of Faculty Cycle Level Person Specification: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in the Education of the subject, or bachelor’s degree in the subject (or a related subject) + Valid teaching license OR Diploma teaching qualification Experience: A minimum of teaching experience in the subject. Key Relationships: Relationships: Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team. Primary Job Purpose: The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programs lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds. Key Responsibilities: - Representing areas of knowledge, understanding and skills, in all their richness, to students taught - Inculcating by precept and example the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion - Engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits - Using excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning - Making full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels - Planning lessons taking full account of students’ individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities - Encouraging and enabling all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners - Maintaining excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school - Planning and delivery of a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum - Co-operating with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment. - Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child. - Maintain high levels of confidentiality when speaking to parents and external - Model good practice of  academic honesty - Contribute actively to department discussions in meeting - Contribute to and plan after-school activities as required - Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc. - Other responsibilities as reasonably requested Teaching: - Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation - Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all  students’ individual educational needs - Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, at home and elsewhere as appropriate - Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters - Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students - Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice. Assessment, recording and reporting - Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes - Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students or groups of students - Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning Continuing Professional Development - Keep under review her/his methods of teaching and programmes of work - Be pro-active and take accountability for own development - Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher.  Curriculum Development - Advise and co-operate with the Principal and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements - Take responsibility for specific subjects - To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum Taaleem Professional Teachers’ Standards: Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents and other stakeholders in the best interests.          

Homeroom Teacher - Grade 1

Job Purpose The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds. Key Relationships (Internal and External) Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.

Social Studies Teacher

Job Purpose  The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.  Key Relationships (Internal and External)  Students, colleagues, parents and the school Principal, Heads of School and Senior Leadership team.

Learning Assistant - Immediate Start

Job Purpose:   To assist in providing an engaging, inclusive learning environment that supports the developmental and educational needs of all the children, under the overall direction of the Class Teacher.  Key Relationships (Internal and External):   Teachers, Students, Parents, Principal and other members of the School Senior Leadership Team  Key Accountabilities: To work with individual or small groups of children as directed by the class teacher and subject teachers. To work with groups of children in the classroom enabling them to access the curriculum. Be proactive with the learning and in conjunction with the class teacher be ready to change strategy or approach as needed to facilitate learning. Support with the recording and presenting of evidence of learning as required. To follow agreed programmes of work with individuals and groups of children working towards set targets. To contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs. To support staff with minor admin tasks when not directly working with students, for example in non-contact time, e.g. photocopy, file or complete records. To prepare and store general resources required. To make notes in Individual Education Plan (IEP) books for children as required. To give verbal and written feedback to the Class Teacher to support report writing, assessments and IEPs. To accompany children on school trips where appropriate and ensure you follow school policy in regards to reading, understanding and following the trip documentation. Supervise children during breaks (including before and after school if necessary). Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents to support the image and reputation of the school. Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed by the Class Teacher, including being flexible to support in other classes or areas of the school as and when required.

School Nurse - Immediate Start

Job Purpose Support the school in managing all health-related issues and in maintaining appropriate systems that fulfill DHA/HAAD compliance requirements. Key Accountabilities Deal with students’ health issues including administering drugs, vaccines and other appropriate treatments Check on lunch boxes and the food served in the school canteen to support the school’s agenda on maintaining a healthy living environment; as well as undertaking healthy eating talks with students Support Health and Safety in school by liaising with Facilities Manager on regular checks Manage all issues with DHA/HAAD including compliance, approvals and statistics Make sure all First Aid Kits are appropriately maintained Undertake School Medicals with specific year groups Communicating with Parents regarding health and safety issues Administer vaccinations in the school (DHA/HAAD approved only) Communicate and liaise with Children’s Health department at the DHA/HAAD Support, manage and caring for children with very specific health issues e.g. diabetic students Member of the Health and Safety Committee Support and work closely with the school on Child Protection Input clinic visits into proactive system