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Taaleem Careers

Taaleem Careers

At Taaleem, we prioritize your unique skills and abilities, fostering a career path that values individual growth. Our commitment to promoting from within has led to numerous organic success stories within our company. With a strong belief in our staff, each of our schools cultivates a nurturing environment promoting well-being, transparency, and performance. Join the Taaleem family, a values-driven organization seeking outstanding teachers and experienced professionals for various roles within our schools and Central Office. We invite applications from dedicated individuals who can deliver our international curricula creatively and engage young minds passionately.

Team Taaleem

Discover firsthand experiences at Taaleem through our "Voices of our Teachers" testimonial video, where educators share their inspiring journeys. Gain insights into our leadership team's perspectives in the"SLT Members Speak" video, offering a glimpse into the collaborative and empowering environment at Taaleem. Watch these videos to explore the dynamic stories that make Taaleem a unique and fulfilling place to build your career.

 

Voices of our Teachers

Voices of our Senior Leaders

Available Jobs

Abu Dhabi

Full time

    Safeguarding:" 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:   The ECP Coordinator has the responsibility to ensure that the school offers a wide range of extrac urricular opportunities for students at Raha that complement the school’s Mission and Vision and IB programmes . He/she is responsible for ensuring coherence of the programme and clear communication and accountability for staff . The ECP coordinator must also ensure that the programme is compliant with ADEK and Government regulations in Abu Dhabi. This role also involves supporting the school in the organising of local and international field trips as part of the Memorable Experiences Programme .             Key Accountabilities:         Coordinate the offerings and sign-ups process for teacher-led ECPs and Committees , including setup on Schools Buddy , balancing offerings between terms, ensuring spaces are available and supporting teachers to obtain proper resourcing, and providing details of each ECP to parents through Raha Reminders           Ensure that all teachers are completing the requirements for ECPs as per contract regulations               Liaise with the Athletics Director and Performing Arts Director regarding the programme offering in each of their departments for each term               Liaise with our external ECP provider to ensure opportunities for activities complement the school’s IB curriculum, mission and vision and broaden the school’s ECP coverage               Coordinate and arrange ADEK approval for ECPs (including external trips, and for any visiting individuals associated with ECPs)               Create and share policy guidelines for students and parents where necessary                 Ensure all ECP providers adhere to all policies and procedures connected to the school’s ECP programmes including expectations for use of School s Buddy , registration, risk assessments, ADEK approval and other expectations of staff and students.               Manage and maintain Schools Buddy  to allow for reliable sharing of information, calendars, events, and available ECPs with the school’s community                 Attend or present about ECP and trip opportunities to parents, students and staff (in conjunction with the school’s S ervice as Action and CAS programmes where appropriate)               Coordinate with communications supervisor to ensure ECP programmes are advertised on social media  and in Raha Reminders                   Coordinate and schedule facilities and equipment for use with ECPs in conjunction with relevant school academic faculties and external providers               Ensure that all internal and external ECP providers adhere to RIS ECP and External Trip policies, ADEK and MoE protocols and hold them accountable for compliance               Ensure that risk assessments and safety audits are in place and regularly reviewed for all external ECP trips and ECP activities within the school               Book and timetable suitable external specialist sports providers to support the ECP and non-academic sports programmes               Support campus after hours in the event of  externally provided programme issues or concerns , or parent workshops/information sessions               Assist other admin staff where necessary related to the ECP or trips programme , including contracts such as uniforms and catering.                 

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04-Jul-2025

Abu Dhabi

Full time

Safeguarding:"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." - Maintain the plant and boiler rooms to industry acceptable standards - Maintain the school swimming pool to industry acceptable standards - Maintain all school paint work to a high standard - Repair and maintain all electrical supplies to the school - Repair and maintain all school plumbing - Keep all school A/C units in good condition and regularly carry out routine maintenance and cleaning - Undertake all small carpentry work in line with Health and Safety guidelines and regulations - Gate duty during drop off and collection - Setting up equipment for events - Other duties as reasonably expected

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04-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

- Collecting data on payroll outputs, management and employee surveys, employment records, and exit interviews. - Implementing relevant HR metrics in order to determine the efficiency and impact of the workforce.   - Analyzing data and statistics for trends with regard to recruitment practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws.  - Optimizing and implementing new data processes and systems.  - Compiling reports of data results and presenting these to senior managers.  - Identifying short- and long-term goals to ensure top-notch employee performance.  - Recommending policies that will improve the culture within the company and suggest ways in which to hire the best candidates for the job.  - Evaluating jobs and reviewing both existing and new positions and communicating the results of this to senior management. - Identifying why candidates and employees choose to work within a company and recommending areas in the workplace that can be improved.  - Reviewing job descriptions to impact positively on employee retention.  - Manage employee records and files. 

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04-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

Dubai British School Mira are currently recruiting for their founding year of operation. Dubai British School Mira is seeking to hire an exceptional professional to become the Deputy Head of Primary commencing January 2026. This is a rare opportunity for suitably qualified professionals who are innovative, cognitively agile, are committed to continual professional learning, and are passionate about building culture and community. Successful candidates will become part of the Founding Senior Leadership Team at Dubai British School Mira and will be expected to embrace and embody our vision of ‘Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve’, whilst continually supporting the growth and development of our learning community within the school’s world-class facilities. We are an inclusive school that believes all children can achieve when they are surrounded by caring, dedicated and hard-working professionals.  Job Purpose The core purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management support that will help achieve outstanding results in all aspects of Primary School life. The Deputy Head of Primary supports an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the Primary School and the Senior Leadership Team. Ultimately, the Deputy Head of Primary is jointly responsible for ensuring that the curriculum, teaching and assessment practices inspire high levels of engagement, achievement and progress for students of all abilities. Key Accountabilities Inspirational and Strategic Leadership - Promote Taaleem’s mission of “inspiring young minds, ” our vision of being the most respected provider of education in the Gulf and our core values and strategic platforms. - Promote an inspiring vision dedicated to high standards that is shared by all members of the Primary School. - Provide supportive leadership on Primary School improvement activities through effective strategic leadership and planning which supports the vision, mission, and values of Taaleem. - Display a high level of professional competence in all areas of responsibility. - Communicate a clear view of the Primary School’s aims so that all staff know what is required of them and are competent and committed to achieving the school’s goals. - Distribute leadership effectively to achieve high standards of learning and personal development by creating an ethos of collective responsibility and mutual support. - Inspire and empower teachers and support staff by clearly communicating all roles and aligning these roles with school priorities. - Be receptive and respond to external evaluation of the school and manage the process professionally and very efficiently with your senior colleagues. - Work effectively with school governance teams (School Advisory Committee, and Parents Associations) and Taaleem Education Managers, Deputy Heads of Schools (as appropriate) to ensure informed and responsive decision making, which help to direct change and effective management of school resources. - Ensure that the levels of students’ attainment and the quality of teaching successfully align with the Primary Schools’ promise to parents. - Delegate work as appropriate, trusting, and empowering others to perform. - Provide regular feedback and motivation to others to successfully achieve their targets. - Encourage others to contribute, creating a spirit of teamwork and opportunities of cooperation and collaboration between departments. - Contribute time and expertise to the professional development of Taaleem teachers and leaders. - Participate and lead professional development workshops in the UAE, including events run by the Knowledge Human Development Authority (KHDA) or Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC).  Self - Evaluation and Improvement Planning - Support the Head of Primary in ensuring that the Primary School’s academic program is fit for purpose and challenges students of all abilities. - Support the Head of Primary’s aim towards achieving and maintaining an “outstanding” rating in Phases 1 and 2 on local inspections. - Encourage all Primary staff in systematic, rigorous self-evaluation with the explicit purpose of improving the quality of students’ experiences and their standards of attainment. - Take positive steps to gather the views of Primary School parents, students, and others about the quality of service provided by the school. - Work collaboratively with external bodies and the Senior Leadership Team to achieve outstanding results on school accreditations, inspections, and evaluations. - Monitor teachers’ plans, evaluate students’ classroom experiences, track students’ attainment, and evaluate progress towards meeting agreed targets. - Help monitor the performance of all teaching and support staff in the Primary School. - Help ensure that self-evaluation provides valid, comprehensive, and reliable analysis for identifying key priorities for the preparation of the improvement plan and involves Primary staff, parents and students as appropriate. - Work with teachers to ensure the collection and analysis of appropriate and accurate information from within the school as well as data for external sources, including international assessments and stakeholder surveys. - Help support teachers to set aspirational, yet realistic goals aimed at improving students’ performance - Provide leadership support ensuring that all improvement activities are focused on creating impact and raising quality in the Primary School. - Monitor and manage change quickly, flexibly, and successfully. - Prioritize and act upon a manageable number of key initiatives and involve stakeholders in the process. - Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that all recommendations from previous inspections and evaluations are included in the schools’ improvement plans. - Maintain an overview of all curriculum review and development activities; ensuring that teachers maintain current in their knowledge of the curriculum and best teaching practices.  Effective and Efficient Management of Resources - Work closely with the Head of Primary, other Deputy Heads of Schools and the SLT to ensure that all policies, procedures, and routines across the school are effective and efficient. - Support the Head of Primary in ensuring that all Primary School staff are well qualified and experienced, trained to do their roles and are deployed effectively to support the school. - Take responsibility and accountability of the school’s actions and outcomes with regards to compliance and health and safety issues in your areas of focus. - Comply with all regulations and guidelines issued by the local authorities and regulators. - Support the Head of Primary with monitoring and evaluation of the school’s performance on Primary students’ attainment and progress, students’ personal and social development, teaching and assessment, curriculum that meets the needs of students, health and safety, and student support services. - Work collaboratively with the Head of Primary to achieve enrolment targets and business objectives. - Collaboratively review schools’ policies, procedures and routines to ensure they are effective, efficient. - Support and lead aspects of the induction of new staff and annual orientation of all staff. - Comply with all Taaleem policies and guidelines and submit high quality reports in a timely manner. - Work collaboratively with the Head of Primary to ensure proper identification and access to appropriate professional development activities for all members of staff. - Ensure that teaching and learning is monitored closely and consistently using relevant platforms to rate the quality of teaching practice across the school and identify areas of development. - Promote peer modeling, team teaching and coaching with and across grade levels and departments. - Work collaboratively with the Head of Primary to ensure that all Primary School staff are appraised annually providing recognition for areas of strength and recommendations for areas of development and growth. - Work collaboratively with Head of Primary to develop CAPEX and Consumable budgets and then monitor performance against the Primary School’s budget lines. - Work collaboratively with the Operations and Facilities Managers to address any health and safety issues and ongoing maintenance requests.  Parent, Student and Community Relationships - Share the responsibility for the safety and well-being of all Primary students through positive recognition and high expectations for behavior and conduct. - Monitor and promote outstanding attendance and punctuality across the Primary School. - Inform the Head of Primary of any serious student incidents or parent concerns and work collaboratively with the SLT to resolve issues in a timely and respectful manner. - Build and maintain relationships with Primary School parents and the community by supporting regular and appropriate communications with all members of the school community, both internally and externally. - Support marking initiatives in the Primary School to the local and wider community with the aim of recruiting new students and retaining existing students to achieve a full school roll. - Develop knowledge of the education market in Dubai, the UAE and the Gulf and monitor trends over time in order to remain competitive. - Engage Primary School parents as active partners in their children’s learning in a variety of ways. - Encourage positive and regular participation of Primary School parents at school events. - Consult the parent community about the work of the Primary School on a regular basis and ensure that parents views are received respectfully and help guide the school’s development. - Promote the use of a wide range of effective methods, including technology, to communicate with parents taking into account the home language of parents by promoting two-way communication. - Work collaboratively with the Head of Primary to ensure that parents receive regular reports of their children’s progress and attainment that include next steps for learning. - Support the development of strong community partnerships that effectively support all students’ development and improve students’ learning experiences. - Focus on identifying and meeting community (staff, parents, students) needs by taking their interests and complaints seriously. - Consider the implications of decisions on the community (staff, parents, students, Taaleem) and act accordingly. - Ensure a proactive approach in delivering operational excellence focused on extra-ordinary service across all aspects of school life. - Promote the connection of school events to local community events so that students and parents have the opportunity to participate in the broader local events such as Dubai Literacy Festival, Art Festival, Music Festival, Taaleem Sporting and Academic competitions, etc.

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03-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

Job Purpose Post-holder will work closely with the Admissions Manager to provide a professional and high-quality admissions service to all enquirers, applicants and their families, both from the UAE and abroad. The Admissions Assistant works collaboratively to deliver a high-quality standard of support, ensuring that services are efficient and effective. The post-holder will provide administrative support to ensure that procedures are adhered to, and specific projects are effective. This is a busy and varied role involving daily communication with academic staff, pupils and visiting families. The post-holder needs to work well under pressure, to have excellent organisational skills, to demonstrate good use of initiative and to have the ability to multi-task and prioritise. A collaborative and coherent approach is essential to ensure that, regardless of circumstances, the team is fully conversant with processes and procedures and able to contribute effectively to any activity within the team. The post-holder will be dealing with enquiries, making appointments and conducting interviews and testing as appropriate on a daily basis. The post-holder will need to support the team at all times. The Admissions Assistant must understand and practice all aspects on the Admissions Manager role so she can cover this position when the Admissions Manager is not available. On holiday for example. Key Accountabilities Database Management Effective use of the data management system is essential. The Admissions Assistant will be required to: - Enter data accurately and within appropriate timescales into the student database system from initial enquiry onwards. Analysis and Research The post-holder will be required to: - Undertake database training as necessary to enable the development, creation and use of admissions statistical reports, in order to monitor progress against targets and identify trends. Admissions Process - The Admissions Assistant’s involvement in the recruitment process is to support the Admissions - Meet with families on a daily basis and support the Admissions Manager, ensuring the level of service to address all enquiries and applications is timely. Administration General administrative support duties to ensure the smooth running of the Admissions Responds efficiently to a constant stream of questions via telephone and email regarding the School and the Admissions process from prospective and new students. This includes communicating clearly with those who may not be familiar with the curriculum and for whom English is not their first language. Sends out promotional literature to prospective families and other Ensures that proper correspondence and documentation is received and acknowledged, filed, and that departments are notified as appropriate, working closely with the Registrar to chase any documents outstanding. Processes admissions Provides support for the administration relevant to student Parent Engagement and Recruitment Events - Attend and support admissions specific events including virtual and digital, all open day events and taster days and coffee mornings. - Conduct school tours, as required, for prospective families which effectively sell the school, promoting the school’s academic and non-academic Any other duties: Create a positive image of the To work in accordance with Taaleem policies. Other duties that may be seen as being within the scope of this

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03-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

Job Purpose: Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, maintain the school buildings to the highest possible level with Health and Safety as a priority. Key Accountabilities: Maintain the plant and boiler rooms to industry acceptable standards Maintain the school swimming pool to industry acceptable standards Maintain all school paint work to a high standard Repair and maintain all electrical supplies to the school Repair and maintain all school plumbing Keep all school A/C units in good condition and regularly carry out routine maintenance and cleaning Undertake all small carpentry work in line with Health and Safety guidelines and regulations Gate duty during drop off and collection Setting up equipment for events Other duties as reasonably expected

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03-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

Dubai British School Mira are currently recruiting for their founding year of operation. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for suitably qualified professionals who are innovative, cognitively agile, are committed to continual professional learning, and are passionate about building culture and community. Successful candidates will become part of the Founding Team at Dubai British School Mira and will be expected to embrace and embody our vision of ‘Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve’, whilst continually supporting the growth and development of our learning community within the school’s world-class facilities. Job PurposeTo achieve or exceed the opening admissions target and to ensure that a high level of customer service is provided to all prospective families. The Admissions Manager is primarily responsible for recruiting and managing her team & ensuring they all meet prospective families and enroll students into the school. Post enrolment, ensuring that the registration process with the regulators is complied with and that all student files are complete. Key Accountabilities To set up the Admissions Team and work very closely with the founding Principal and Head of Admissions to recruit students. Provide the Principal, CO and SLT with regular updates on Admissions Data - To work closely with the Marketing Executive to determine and implement a PR and Marketing strategy for the school geared towards recruiting new students - To report school enrolment figures including the 4 pillars of Admissions; Enrolment, Leavers, Assessments and tours, weekly to the SLT in school and Central Office - To complete a monthly report to summarise the successes and changes in the Admissions department for the in-school SLT & Central Office. - Manage the application approvals process with the Principal, Heads of School and the SEN team - To liaise with the Accounts Department on issuing of invoices for new students and to ensure that all data is current on the NetSuite & CRM system - Provide a high-quality customer care for all enquiries to the school for admissions - Develop and conduct school tours for prospective families if and when required - Meet parents who are interested in enrolling their children into the school - Manage and conduct assessments including those from overseas in liaison with relevant Heads of School, EAL and SEN staff - Oversee the registration of students on KHDA/ADEK school system - Maintain and secure all student files (paper and electronic) - Ensure the efficiency of the admissions process throughout the year - Collate and present monthly reports for SLT and Central Office (CO) - Efficiently manage all prospective parents’ enquiries related to admitting pupils to the school - Manage all placement tests or interviews for new entrants to school and collate results - Arrange the placement of pupils in classes with the approval of Heads of Sections - Manage the initial induction of new families and pupils - Oversee all registration procedures - Oversee database development and management - Manage wait lists and ensure the school’s admissions policy is transparent and adhered to - Benchmark the school’s admissions procedures against leading competitors - Review admissions policies and procedures (including data collection) with the Principal - Advise staff of any additional information relating to new and departing pupils - Liaise with the Registrar regarding Ministry of Education, KHDA and/or ADEK requirements. - Ensure the availability of testing materials e.g., online CATS purchase - Ensure withdrawal forms are completed for departing pupils and actively pursue retention where possible - Ensure the managing and compliance of the Admission Department - Ensure the maintenance of all student files - Ensure all new families receive the correct induction into the school

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02-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

Job Purpose: To provide an effective, efficient and empathetic people-related HR support function in the school, and to be the key point of contact for new, current, and exiting staff in relation to all employment matters. To provide expert advice and guidance to School Leadership on managing HR issues.  Key Accountabilities: Be the primary point of contact for all school staff on HR issues, including (but not limited to); contracts, employment terms and conditions, payroll, housing, HR policies, leave and entitlements. Manage the Onboarding process for all incoming staff, including pre-employment communication to ensure new starters are aware of the requirements for their role and for working and living in the UAE, liaising with IT for relevant systems/email set-up and processing staff ID cards. Coordinate new starter inductions in school for all new staff – teaching and non-teaching, and ensure communication takes place pre-employment. Coordinate visa, work permit and KHDA/ADEC applications, renewals and cancellations, and related processing for new staff, ensuring they are aware of the requirements, and avoiding fines or penalties for non-compliance. Responsible for compliance and ensuring all staff have valid contracts, passports, visas, EIDs etc tracked through HRMS system. Ensure the school’s recruitment activity is in line with the staffing budget headcount and Company Recruitment Policy, and work closely alongside the CO Recruitment Manager. Arrange interviews and track candidates for teaching roles and provide regular updates to CO and Principal. Source and shortlist candidates for non-teaching role as required. Create and issue offer letters, contracts, contract renewals and amendments and associated documentation in line with company-wide terms and conditions and policies. Coordinate the school’s probationary, performance review and appraisal cycles to support school leadership in achieving a high-performance culture, and advice School Leaders on correct adherence, timelines and expectations. Source School Doctors and Nurses as required, ensuring the school is compliant in the licenses and insurances obtained for these staff. Liaise with DHA/HAAD to obtain Occupational Health cards for School Doctors and Nurses. Manage Life and Health Insurance applications, renewals, cancellations and associated management for all school staff in line with processes and guidance from Central Office HR Conduct pre-employment due diligence checks for all staff in accordance with the Recruitment Policy and Child Protection Guidance, including references and suitability/police clearances and ensuring appropriate follow-up based on the results. Management and reporting of staff time and attendance, including managing the time and attendance systems and escalation of leave and attendance issues to School Leadership Support School Leaders with investigations and disciplinary management of staff, ensuring accurate records of cases are kept within confidential staff files. HR KPIs - collate people metrics based on HR KPI requirements and provide reports as required by Central Office, including but not limited to absence, turnover, PD, recruitment activity, disciplinary and performance organization. Process exiting staff as leavers and ensure all associated exit procedures are completed, including calculations of full and final settlements, visa cancellations and Housing procedures. Maintaining HR / employee information systems, both hard copy files and electronically through HRMS, ensuring records are accurate and up to date with all key employment documentation uploaded on HRMS. Generate reports through HRMS as requested by School Leaders of Central Office. Coordinate Teacher Licensing, and documentation and track staff progress through the Licensing process in line with guidance from the Regulator and Central Office, liaising with School Leaders and Central Education Department as needed.

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01-Jul-2025

Dubai

Full time

We are seeking a dedicated Compliance Manager to support our continued growth and regulatory excellence. Job Purpose The Compliance Manager plays a key role in supporting the Head of Compliance to ensure that Taaleem, as a listed entity, operates in full alignment with all applicable regulatory requirements, corporate governance standards, and internal policies. The role helps to safeguard the organisation’s reputation and license to operate by proactively monitoring compliance, supporting the implementation of robust frameworks and controls, and assisting with timely reporting to regulators and the Board. Working closely with the Head of Compliance and cross-functional teams, the Compliance Manager will contribute to a culture of integrity, transparency, and sound corporate governance across the Group, while helping the business navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. Key Accountabilities: Regulatory Compliance:Support the Head of Compliance in ensuring full compliance with all relevant jurisdictional laws, SCA regulations, DFM listing rules, corporate governance codes, and other applicable regulatory frameworks. Policy and Framework Development:Assist in drafting, updating, reviewing and embedding policies, procedures, and controls across the organisation to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements. Monitoring and Reporting:Support regular monitoring activities and internal compliance reviews to identify potential gaps or risks; prepare reports and dashboards for the Head of Compliance and relevant Board Committees. Internal Controls and Internal Audit Support:Support the business in design, implementation and maintenance of internal controls, including Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and segregation of duties reviews, and liaise with Internal Audit during reviews and follow-ups. Training and Awareness:Help develop and deliver compliance training and awareness programmes across the business, supporting a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct. Incident Management:Support the Head of Compliance in tracking and investigating any compliance breaches, incidents, or concerns, ensuring appropriate documentation, escalation and resolution in line with internal protocols. Compliance Risk Management:Assist in maintaining the compliance risk register and tracking mitigation measures. Integration Support:Support the integration of compliance requirements into business processes, systems, and change initiatives to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and internal standards. Stakeholder Engagement:Liaise with internal departments and external partners (auditors, advisors, consultants, regulators) to support on relevant queries, audits, inspections, and other requirements. Governance Support:Assist with compliance aspects of corporate governance processes, including support for Board and Committee meetings and contributing to Board materials and inputs for the Corporate Governance Report and other regulatory disclosures. Continuous Improvement:Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices, recommending improvements to existing compliance frameworks to ensure continued effectiveness and relevance.

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01-Jul-2025

Abu Dhabi

Full time

Department:     Education   Direct Reporting Line :     Principal or relevant Head of School Primary Job Purpose: Responsible to the Head of Secondary and ultimately the Principal for the management and leadership of the teaching staff and delivery of the academic program in the relevant department. This encompasses quality assurance, raising standards and tracking each teacher’s planning and delivery of the curriculum. Key Relationships (Internal and External):  Head of School, Principal, Teachers, Students, Parents, Senior Leadership Team. Key Accountabilities: Plan, implement and review the curriculum within the framework of the schools communicated aims and objectives.  Oversee teaching within the department through the preparation of schemes of work  Responsible for the planning administration and monitoring of curriculum delivery.  Monitor data in the department, using it to develop action plans for the improvement of student outcomes (progress, attainment and learning skills) Ensure that students' work is regularly assessed, their achievements recorded and that the department standardized assessment tasks Manage the ordering, storage and use of materials, equipment, books, etc. and to account for spending within any allocated budget. Oversee the work of teaching (and if appropriate non-teaching) staff assigned to the department and to advise and assist the Principal in matters of staff appointments and staff review and development. Ensure the department develops and adheres to set assessment schedule within the framework of the assessment calendar. Attend Heads of Department meetings. Chair departmental team meetings and ensure that accurate minutes are taken and communicated to relevant parties . Liaise closely with the timetable with regard to allocation of curriculum time to the department and to the appropriate assignment of staff. To ensure that the department's teaching area presents a stimulating environment. To supervise the use and care of all teaching spaces assigned to the department including adherence to relevant health and safety regulations. To ensure that all department members use assigned school management software to develop their curriculum and record assessments. Plan and run INSET for the members of the department . Support the induction of all new colleagues into the department. Evaluate the performance of members of the department in accordance with the Appraisal Policy. Plan the routines of the department team and students by providing an annual submission for the timetable; allocating staff to appropriate courses, setting arrangements; organizing a staff responsibility structure; allocating teaching rooms; organizing teaching groups at the start of the year; monitoring them throughout the year; establishing termly essay/task schedules for students where appropriate. Maintain and update department policies and review them regularly; to ensure that school expectations with regards to preparation, marking and data analysis are met within the department and to track the progress of pupils and be aware of performance relative to ability. Request any necessary appointments of staff into the department and to participate in the interview and appointment process if required by the Principal. Work with department staff to assess the work of the department on a regular basis by, for example, the observation of lessons and the monitoring of marking and assessment. Standards To lead by example when it comes to outstanding teaching. You are expected to keep abreast of curriculum developments and best practice in teaching in international schools . To ensure that all the students receive the best possible preparation for internal and external assessments. Each HOD will develop a SMART action plan for their department, identifying areas of strength and areas for improvement.  HODs are expected to provide evidence of, or action plans, designed to achieve the standards outlined by the Regulator and any applicable Inspection and Accreditation Bodies.  HODs will provide evidence, both qualitative and quantitative, that evaluates the relevant sections of any inspection or accreditation frame works applicable to their department.   OSH Roles and Responsibilities include:   Bring up OSH concerns to the attention of his direct Supervisor or OSH department. Exercise effective supervision of their pupils and to know the procedures in respect of fire, first aid and other emergencies, and to carry them out. Follow the OSH procedures applicable to their area of work. Give clear oral and written health and safety instructions and warnings to students as often as necessary. Ensure the use of personal protective equipment and guards where necessary. Make recommendations to their Heads of Department/School Principal on OSH equipment and on additions or necessary improvements to plant, tools, equipment, or machinery. Ensure that personal items of equipment (electrical or mechanical) are not brought into the school without prior authorization. Regularly check their classrooms for potential hazards and report any observed to the Facilities Manager. Report all accidents, defects and dangerous occurrences to their Head of Department in the first instance. Be vigilant in work area, identify and report to their Supervisors about imminent dangers / hazards / concerns to environment, health and safety. Commitment to Safeguarding and Chil Protection: 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  

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24-Jun-2025