Head of Science

Aldar Education are currently seeking a Head of Science for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to join in Academic Year  Noya British School proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities entertainment options and a vibrant international environment Noya British School creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi s leading school group The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region

• Key Task
• To provide dynamic leadership for the Science Department and deliver high-quality lessons that inspire students to succeed achieving the best possible academic outcomes

• Teamwork and collaboration
• To be an exceptional communicator at all levels across the department and wider school community
• Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community
• Working alongside fellow teachers and technicians to plan engaging practical-led Science lessons that meet the requirements of the British National Curriculum
• Liaising with colleagues leading departmental collaboration and working flexibly to uphold high academic standards
• Working with parents to ensure the happiness safety and best academic outcomes for all children
• Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff lab technicians and inclusion teams to support children s development

• Clear understanding of the Curriculum
• Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment
• Planning preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class
• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic imaginative teaching
• Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments
• Being reflective of the classroom provision sessions taught progress made and adjusting environment planning and curriculum to reflect this
• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists occupational therapists and educational psychologists if required

• Taking overall responsibility for student progress attainment and examination results across the Science Department
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student development using school tracking software such as Target Tracker or equivalent systems
• Using data provided by baseline and internal assessments to influence further planning targeted intervention and departmental improvement strategies
• Providing detailed feedback to parents and carers on student progress at Parent Teacher Conferences exam information evenings and other meetings

• Follow and enforce the school s behaviour and laboratory safety policies
• Manage classes effectively using approaches which are appropriate to students needs in order to inspire motivate and challenge pupils in a safe lab environment
• Maintain good relationships with pupils exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary within the school s behavioural policy
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes values and leadership expected of staff and pupils
• Have high expectations of behaviour promoting self-control scientific curiosity and independence in all learners
• Carry out duties and line management responsibilities as…