Head of Secondary - August 2027

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem 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 core purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results in all aspects of Secondary School life. The Head of Secondary promotes an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the Secondary School and the Senior Leadership Team. Ultimately, the Head of Secondary is responsible for ensuring that the curriculum, teaching and assessment practices inspire high levels of engagement, achievement and progress for students of all abilities.The Head of Secondary will form part of the executive leadership Team and work closely with the Head of Primary and Principal, alongside other senior leaders to drive forward school objectives – in a values-based way. Key Relationships (Internal and External):Principal, Senior Leadership Team, Department Heads, Secondary Students and Parents, Admissions Manager, External Agencies and Service Providers, Primary Teachers and Support StaffKey Accountabilities:Inspirational and Strategic LeadershipPromote 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 platformsPromote an inspiring vision dedicated to high standards that is shared by all members of the Secondary School.Initiate, prioritize and lead Secondary 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 responsibilityCommunicate a clear view of the Secondary School’s aims so that all staff know what is required of them and are competent and committed to achieving the school’s goalsDistribute leadership effectively to achieve high standards of learning and personal development by creating an ethos of collective responsibility and mutual supportInspire and empower middle leaders, teachers and support staff by clearly defining all roles and aligning these roles with school prioritiesBe receptive and respond to external evaluation of the school and manage the process professionally and very efficiently with your senior colleaguesWork effectively with school governance teams (School Advisory Committee, and Parents Associations) and Taaleem Heads of Schools to ensure informed and responsive decision making, which help to direct change and effective management of school resourcesEnsure that the levels of students’ attainment and the quality of teaching successfully align with the Secondary Schools’ promise to parentsClearly and comfortably delegates work, trusting and empowering others to performProvides regular feedback and motivation to others to successfully achieve their targetsEncourage others to contribute, creating a spirit of teamwork and opportunities of cooperation and collaboration between departmentsContribute time and expertise to the professional development of Taaleem teachers and leadersParticipate and lead professional development workshops in the UAE, including events run by Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK)Ensure that the Secondary School’s academic program is fit for purpose and challenges students of all abilitiesAim towards achieving and maintaining an “outstanding” rating in Phases 3 and 4 on local inspectionsInvolve all Secondary staff in systematic, rigorous self-evaluation with the explicit purpose of improving the quality of students’ experiences and their standards of attainmentTake positive steps to gather the views of Secondary School parents, students and others about the quality of service provided by the schoolWork collaboratively with external bodies and the Senior Leadership Team to achieve outstanding results on school accreditations, inspections and evaluationsMonitor teachers’ plans, evaluate students’ classroom experiences, track students’ attainment and evaluate progress towards meeting agreed targetsMonitor the performance of all teaching and support staff in the Secondary SchoolEnsure that self-evaluation provides valid, comprehensive and reliable analysis for identifying key priorities for the preparation of the improvement plan and involves Secondary staff, parents and students as appropriateEnsure that middle leaders and teachers collect and analyze appropriate and accurate information from within the school as well as data for external sources, including international assessments and stakeholder surveysEnsure that middle leaders and teachers set aspirational yet realistic goals aimed at improving students’ performanceEnsure that all improvement activities are focused on creating impact and raising quality in the Secondary SchoolMonitor and manage change quickly, flexibly and successfully.Prioritize and act upon a manageable number of key initiatives and involve stakeholders in the processEnsure that all recommendations from previous inspections and evaluations are included in the schools’ improvement plansMaintain an overview of all curriculum review and development activities; ensuring that teachers maintain current in their knowledge of the curriculum and best teaching practicesEffective and Efficient Management of Resources- Work closely with the Principal, Business Manager, Admissions Manager, other Heads of Schools and SLT to ensure that all policies, procedures and routines across the school are effective and efficient.- Ensure that all Secondary School staff are well qualified and experienced, trained to do their roles and are deployed effectively to support the school- Ensure accountability of the school’s actions and outcomes with regards to compliance and health and safety issues- Comply with all regulations and guidelines issued by the local authorities and regulators- Monitor and evaluate the school’s performance on Secondary 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 Principal and Admissions Manager to achieve enrolment targets and business objectives- Ensure that all schools policies, procedures and routines are effective, efficient and reviewed annually with appropriate staff members- Comply with all Taaleem policies and guidelines and submit high quality reports in a timely manner- Work collaboratively with the Principal 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 SISRA Observe 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- Ensure that all Secondary School staff are appraised annually providing recognition for areas of strength and recommendations for areas of development and growth.- Work collaboratively with Principal, Business Manager and SLT to develop CAPEX and Consummable budgets and then monitor performance against the Secondary School’s budget lines- Work collaboratively with the Facilities Manager to address any health and safety issues and ongoing maintenance requests.Parent, Student and Community RelationshipsBe responsible for the safety and well-being of all students through positive recognition and high expectations for behaviour and conductMonitor and promote outstanding attendance and punctuality across the Secondary SchoolInform the Principal of any serious student incidents or parent concerns and work collaboratively with the SLT to resolve issues in a timely and respectful mannerBuild and maintain relationships with Secondary School parents and the community by establishing regular and appropriate communications with all members of the school community, both internally and externallyMarket the Secondary 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 competitiveEngage Secondary School parents as active partners in their children’s learning in a variety of waysEncourage positive and regular participation of Secondary School parents at school eventsConsult the parent community about the work of the Secondary School on a regular basis and ensure that parents views are received respectfully and help guide the school’s developmentEnsure that the Secondary School uses a wide range of effective methods, including technology, to communicate with parents taking into account the home language of parents by promoting two way communicationEnsure that parents receive regular reports of their children’s progress and attainment that include next steps for learningDevelop strong community partnerships that effectively support all students’ development and improve students’ learning experiencesFocus on identifying and meeting community (staff, parents, students) needs by taking their interests and complaints seriouslyConsider the implications of decisions on the community (staff, parents, students, Taaleem) and act accordinglyEnsure a proactive approach in delivering operational excellence focused on extra-ordinary service across all aspects of school lifeConnect 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.

Performing Arts Teacher - August 2027

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem 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 high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.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.Key Accountabilities: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 punishmentCommunicate 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 parties.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.TeachingPlan 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 DevelopmentKeep 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 of their pupils.Part One: TeachingA teacher must:- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils:- Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.- Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.- Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.- Promote good progress and outcomes with/for pupils:- Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these- Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching- Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge:- Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.- Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship.- Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject.- If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.- If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.- Plan and teach well-structured lessons:- Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.- Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity.- Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.- Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.- Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:- Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.- Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.- Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.- Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.- Make accurate and productive use of assessment:- Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements.- Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress.- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.- Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback.- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment:- Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.- Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.- Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them.- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities:- Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the school.- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support.- Deploy support staff effectively.- Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.- Communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders with regard to pupils’ achievements and well- being.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by:- Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.- Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory/regulatory provisions.- Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.- Not undermining fundamental values and culture of the UAE, ensuring that due diligence and respect is given to the associated precedence of the country.- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.Teachers must have proper and professional regard and adhere to school policies with regard to dress code, footwear, make up and jewelry.Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the policies set out by Taaleem which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.

Performing Arts Teacher - Immediate Vacancy

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem 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 high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.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.Key Accountabilities: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 punishmentCommunicate 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 parties.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.TeachingPlan 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 DevelopmentKeep 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 of their pupils.Part One: TeachingA teacher must:- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils:- Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.- Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.- Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.- Promote good progress and outcomes with/for pupils:- Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these- Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching- Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge:- Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.- Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship.- Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject.- If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.- If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.- Plan and teach well-structured lessons:- Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.- Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity.- Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired.- Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.- Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:- Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.- Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.- Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.- Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.- Make accurate and productive use of assessment:- Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements.- Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress.- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.- Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback.- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment:- Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.- Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.- Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them.- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities:- Make a positive contribution to the wider community and ethos of the school.- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support.- Deploy support staff effectively.- Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.- Communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders with regard to pupils’ achievements and well- being.Part Two: Personal and Professional ConductA teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher’s career.Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by:- Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.- Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory/regulatory provisions.- Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.- Not undermining fundamental values and culture of the UAE, ensuring that due diligence and respect is given to the associated precedence of the country.- Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.Teachers must have proper and professional regard and adhere to school policies with regard to dress code, footwear, make up and jewelry.Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the policies set out by Taaleem which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.

Arabic Learning Assistant - Primary - January 2027

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:  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.

Founding School Principal

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.   Taaleem is  seeking an experienced, dynamic, and commercially astute Founding School Principal for their n ew British curriculum school located in Ghaf Woods, Dubai scheduled to open in August 2028, pending final approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority.    The Founding School Principal will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and management of the school, reporting to the Director of Education. This includes ensuring the delivery of exceptional educational experiences, fostering a culture that embodies Taaleem’s values, and establishing the school as a distinguished institution within the UAE’s competitive education market. The Founding School Principal will serve as the primary ambassador for the school, building strong relationships with stakeholders.    Our School   Dubai British School Ghaf Woods will cater to a diverse student body, welcoming both boys and girls across mixed year groups. The curriculum will adhere to the UK educational model while fully integrating the UAE’s statutory requirements, ensuring a rich and globally relevant learning experience. A particular emphasis will be placed on connecting students with Emirati and UAE culture, embedding opportunities for meaningful engagement with local traditions. This focus will be a key element across all phases of the curriculum, ensuring that pupils gain a deep understanding of their place within both a local and global context. The school will also support the implementation of the FutuReady Framework, an initiative by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), helping students develop the skills, experiences and attributes needed to navigate future educational pathways and careers in an evolving global landscape. At Taaleem, we have the highest expectations for all students, supported by a comprehensive pastoral care system designed to promote students’ wellbeing. The school will strive to build strong, supportive relationships amongst staff, pupils, and families. The school leadership team will foster a safe environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and curiosity, thereby preparing pupils to meet future global challenges.   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 four core values and strategic platforms. Promote an inspiring vision dedicated to high standards that is shared by all members of the school community. Initiate, prioritise and lead 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 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 senior and middle leaders by clearly defining all roles and aligning these roles with school priorities. Be receptive and respond to external evaluation of the school and manage the process and implement any subsequent recommendations professionally and efficiently. Work effectively with school governance teams (The Governing Body, School Advisory Board, Student Council, and relevant Parent Associations) to ensure informed and responsive decision making, which helps 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 schools’ promise to parents. Clearly and comfortably delegate work, 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 in and lead professional development workshops in the UAE, including events run by the Knowledge Human Development Authority (KHDA) and/or Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC).     Self-Evaluation and Improvement Planning Ensure that the school’s academic programme is fit for purpose and challenges students of all abilities. Aim towards achieving and maintaining an ‘outstanding’ rating on local inspections, in a timely manner. Involve all 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 parents, students and others about the quality of service provided by the school. Work collaboratively with external bodies to achieve outstanding results on school accreditations, inspections and evaluations. Ensure that senior leaders monitor teachers’ plans, evaluate students’ classroom experiences, track students’ attainment and evaluate progress towards meeting agreed targets. Ensure that senior leaders effectively monitor the effectiveness of staff teams. Ensure that self-evaluation provides valid, comprehensive, and reliable analysis for identifying key priorities for the preparation of the improvement plan and involves staff, parents and students as appropriate. Ensure that senior leaders collect and analyse appropriate and accurate information from within the school as well as data for external sources, including international assessments and stakeholder surveys. Ensure that senior leaders set aspirational, yet realistic goals aimed at improving students’ performance. Ensure that all improvement activities are focused on creating impact and raising quality. Monitor and manage change quickly, flexibly and successfully. Prioritise and act upon a manageable number of key initiatives and involve stakeholders in the process. Ensure that all recommendations from previous inspections and evaluations are included and addressed in the schools’ improvement plans. Execute school development plan effectively.   Effective and Efficient Management of Resources Work closely with the Operations Manager, Admissions Manager, Heads of Schools and SLT to ensure that all policies, procedures and routines across the school are effective and efficient. Comply with all Taaleem policies and guidelines and submit high-quality reports in a timely manner. Ensure that all staff are well qualified and experienced, trained to do their roles and are deployed effectively to support the school. Identify career path and succession plans for all members of school staff and prepare the annual recruitment plan in the first half of the academic year. Attend recruitment fairs and interviews to select high quality new/replacement staff, and ensure all new staff are given a thorough and full induction to Taaleem and the School policies and procedures and the school operations. Ensure accountability of the school’s actions and outcomes with regards to all matters of compliance and health and safety requirements. Comply with all regulations and guidelines issued by the local authorities and regulators. Monitor and evaluate the school’s performance on 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. Ensure that the senior leaders work collaboratively to achieve enrolment targets and business objectives. Ensure that all schools’ policies, procedures and routines are effective, efficient and reviewed annually with appropriate staff members. Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure accurate identification of professional development needs and access to quality professional development activities for all members of staff. Ensure that teaching and learning is monitored closely and consistently using SISRA Observe to identify the quality of teaching practice across the school and identify areas of development. Ensure that all staff members are appraised annually providing recognition for areas of strength and recommendations for areas of development and growth. Work collaboratively with Head of Business Operations and SLT to develop CAPEX and consumable budgets, enrolment targets, and monitor performance against these budget lines. Work collaboratively with Taaleem's wider education and support functions to align school priorities with the group's strategic objectives, policies and standards, ensuring effective planning, resource management and continuous improvement.   Parent, Student and Community Relationships Build and maintain relationships with parents, students and the community by establishing regular and appropriate communications with all members of the school community, both internally and externally. Market the 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. Encourage opportunities for students to take active leadership roles and assume responsibilities for different activities within the school. Engage parents as active partners in their children’s learning in a variety of ways. Encourage positive and regular participation of students and parents at school events. Regularly consult the student and parent community about the work of the school, ensuring that parents’ views are respected and help to inform the school’s ongoing development. Ensure that the school uses a wide range of effective methods, including technology, to communicate with parents, considering the home language of parents by promoting two-way communication. Ensure that parents receive regular reports of their children’s progress and attainment that include next steps for learning. Develop 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 to safeguard and promote the reputation of the school and Taaleem. Ensure a proactive approach in delivering operational excellence focused on extraordinary service across all aspects of school life. Connect school even

Primary Supply Teacher Opportunities - Academic Year 2026-2027

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.  Taaleem and DBS Emirates Hills Taaleem, one of the largest education providers in the UAE, proudly celebrates Dubai British School Emirates Hills for our ‘Outstanding’ ratings, awarded by both the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) and British Schools Overseas (BSO). We are a thriving British international school, located in The Springs area of Dubai’s Emirates Hills delivering high-quality National Curriculum for England education to over a thousand students aged 3 to 18. Our mission of ‘Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve’ perfectly captures the ethos of our great school, where students thrive in a nurturing yet challenging environment - able to achieve the best possible educational outcomes and flourish as individuals during the experience. It is this warmth of spirit that sets DBSEH apart, where every student, every member of staff and every parent can find their place. Schools are often talked about as being ‘happy places’, but DBSEH is made up of happy people - happy to be respected, valued, and appreciated, given every opportunity to succeed in a way that is meaningful to them. DBS Emirates Hills Curriculum Our curriculum is modelled on the National Curriculum for England and adapted to our own international context, leading to a challenging set of GCSE, BTEC and GCE A Level courses from Year 10 to Year 13. We feel the opportunities that students enjoy outside the classroom are just as important as the main curriculum and we offer an extensive and varied Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) programme. Recruiting - Primary Supply Teachers At DBSEH, we are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed Outstanding Primary Supply Teachers. Our teachers are always experienced in teaching the National Curriculum for England in the UK; with additional experience in international setting considered as an advantage. Aside from experience,  personality is very important, we look for inspirational teachers who leave a lasting impression on students for years to follow. If you're able to demonstrate outstanding standards of teaching and learning, with a passionate,  enthusiastic,  creative and dynamic attitude then we want to hear from you! Professional Requirements Due to KHDA regulations, we only employ individuals with approved teacher status as well as a degree in their teaching subject area. High Quality Degree in FS/ Primary Teaching. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching the National Curriculum for England in the UK. An individual with confidence and a proven track record of outstanding results as a leading subject teacher. Cleared Police and Safeguarding Background Checks*.

Maternity Cover - Secondary English Teacher Immediate Start

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 high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checksJob Summary:We are seeking a Secondary English Teacher to provide maternity cover for an immediate start. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality English lessons to secondary students, with knowledge of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.Job Responsibility:- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons following the IB curriculum standards.- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.- Assess student progress and provide feedback.- Collaborate with colleagues on IB curriculum development and student support.- Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.Candidate Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in English- Teaching certification.- Proven experience teaching English at the secondary level.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.- Ability to work well in a team.- Knowledge of IB curriculum development and assessment practices.

Registrar - Arabic Speaker

Safeguarding StatementTaaleem 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 high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.Job PurposeThe School Registrar will work as a key member of the school Admissions Team and will deal with all government related documentation and information management for students to ensure school compliance in all areas related to student registration, enrolment and graduation.The School Registrar will build positive professional relationships with external regulatory bodies in Dubai / Abu Dhabi and will be the in-school expert on processes related to the registration of students.The School Registrar will also have the ability to support the HR Officer with regulatory requirements relating to staff if needed.When the School Registrar is not occupied with KHDA/ADEK tasks they will assist the Admissions Manager with relevant admissions related tasks assigned to them in order to meet the schools’ expected enrolment target.Key Relationships (external and internal)Admissions Manager, Admissions Assistant, Principal, Central OfficeKey AccountabilitiesLiaise with KHDA/ADEK to make sure all new students are registeredPut in request for transfer documents within KHDA/ADEK systemRegister Arabic A and B students according to nationality and passportStudent data entry /update student entriesCreate checklist of the documents required for each position– Admin/Local/International/Principal/ Nurse etc. and update on an annual basisEnter data for students and validate information from documentsTransfer students through the system to other Dubai schools/Abu Dhabi schools.Obtain leaving certificates for students leaving the UAEManage year group / grade movements of students each academic yearArrange Arabic A & B through the system and monitor exemptionsContinually update class lists and students’ information with regard to renewed Emirates ID detailsSupport the HR Advisor with HR related duties as required, in particular relating to Immigration/KHDA/ADEK or tasks which require Arabic reading, speaking and writingEnsure annual enrolment processes, such as the registration of students and contract signing, is completed within the agreed timeline.Any other duties as reasonably expected by the Admissions Manager including managing enquiries and offers, conducting tours, managing assessments and meeting with walk-in familiesProvide exceptional customer service at all times, on the telephone, via email and in person

Vice Principal - UAE National

Primary Job Purpose:• The core purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results in all aspects of school life. The Acting Vice Principal works with the Principal and Vice Principal to promote an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the school community.• To work closely with the Vice Principal and Principal in order to gain a clear understanding of the school’s systems and procedure to successfully step into a Vice Principal role on successful completion of the training.Inspirational and Strategic Leadership• Promote ADEK and Taaleem’s mission and vision for the Partnership Schools.• Promote an inspiring vision dedicated to high standards that are shared by all members of the school community.• Under the direction of the Principal and Vice Principal, initiate, prioritise and lead improvement activities through effective strategic leadership and planning which supports The Partnership’s vision, mission and values.• Display a high level of professional competence in all areas of responsibility.• Communicate with a clear view of the school’s aims so that all staff know what is required of them and are competent and committed to achieving the school’s goals.Self - Evaluation and Improvement Planning• Assist the Principal in ensuring that the school’s academic program is fit for purpose and challenges students of all abilities.• Work with the Principal and Senior Leaders to Improve the school’s rating on local inspections.• In coordination with the Principal, involve all staff in systematic, rigorous self-evaluation with the explicit purpose of improving the quality of students’ experiences and their standards of attainment.• Collaborate with the Principal to promote effective communication with parents through efficient liaison channels.• Working with the Principal and Senior Leaders, take positive steps to gather the views of parents, students, and others about the quality of service provided by the school.• Assist the Principal and Senior Leadership in working collaboratively with external bodies to achieve excellent results on school accreditations, inspections and evaluations.• In coordination with the Principal, ensure that senior leaders monitor teachers’ plans, evaluate students’ classroom experiences, track student’s attainment, and evaluate progress towards meeting agreed targets.Effective and Efficient Management of Resources• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and administrative support staff to ensure that all policies, procedures and routines across the school are effective and efficient.• In coordination with the Senior Leadership Team, comply with all ADEK, Partnership Schools and Taaleem policies and guidelines and submit high quality reports in a timely manner.• Ensure that all staff are well qualified and experienced, trained to do their roles and are deployed effectively to support the school.• Work with the Principal to identify career path and succession plans for all members of school staff and prepare the annual recruitment plan in the first half of the academic year.• Assist the Principal and Senior Leaders in the recruitment of high quality new/replacement staff.Parent, Student and Community Relationships• Build and maintain relationships with parents and students and the community by establishing regular and appropriate communications with all members of the school community, both internally and externally.• Be highly visible and readily available to the school community as required.• Encourage opportunities for students to take active leadership roles and assume responsibilities for different activities within the school.• Engage parents as active partners in their children’s learning in a variety of ways.Other Duties• Undertake any other duties to commensurate with the role, as reasonably requested by the management.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 authorisation.• 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 the work area, identify and report to their supervisors about imminent dangers / hazards / concerns to environment, health, and safety.Commitment to Safeguarding and Child 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

Learning Support Assistant (Inclusion) - AY 2026-2027

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 high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks Summary:As a Learning Support Assistant (Inclusion), you will be responsible for providing additional support to students with special educational needs to help them access the curriculum and reach their full potential in the classroom.Job Responsibility:1. Work closely with teachers and special education coordinators to develop and implement individualized learning plans for students with special educational needs.2. Assist students with classroom activities and ensure they are able to fully participate in lessons.3. Provide one-on-one support to students who require extra help with their learning.4. Monitor and track the progress of students with special needs and provide feedback to teachers and parents.5. Help create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.6. Collaborate with other learning support assistants and educational professionals to support the overall development of students.Candidate Requirements:1. High school certificate or equivalent.2. Industry certifications or relevant training in special education or learning support is preferred.3. Proven experience working with students with special educational needs.4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.5. Patience and empathy when working with students facing learning challenges.6. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.7. Knowledge of different learning strategies and techniques to support students with special needs.