Pastoral Lead

ADNOC Schools is currently seeking high-performing a Pastoral Lead for January 2027 start. The current vacancy is based in ADNOC School - Sas Al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

ADNOC Schools are Massachusetts State Curriculum schools in superb facilities in Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of Abu Dhabi Emirate.

The Massachusetts Curriculum is one of the most highly regarded and successful curricula in the United States, with close links to prestigious higher education institutions such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Graduates of ADNOC Schools receive the American High School Diploma - the standard entry qualification for US colleges and universities.

This is an exciting opportunity ADNOC Schools, which is currently operated by Aldar Education, offer world class amenities, and are designed to provide learners with a 21st Century curriculum using the latest technology and world class facilities.

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.

• Possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school
• Have a caring, supportive, and understanding nature in order to be an advocate for the students
• Have counselling and advisory skills in order to be able to provide support and guidance to students and parents
• Be resourceful and innovative in developing the Pastoral Care system and associated programmes that is wholly based on safeguarding the students to ensure their complete well-being. The elements of an effective pastoral care system are based on:
• Student Code of Conduct / Behavior expectations / Cultural awareness
• Attendance / Tardiness
• Effective parent communication
• Collaborative working:
  Teachers / Counselors / Psychologists and External agencies
• Be able to manage the implementation and monitor the Pastoral Care system across the school
• Be able to provide support and guidance to staff responsible for delivering the Pastoral Care system
• Have a high level of awareness of current research as to how children learn and develop
• Be familiar with relevant pastoral care and UAE government guidelines.
• Have a high level of awareness of current developments in pastoral care in the UAE.
• Ensure that all staff involved in delivering the Pastoral Care system and associated programmes are clearly informed about and fully understand the programme’s objectives
• Have experience of budgeting in a school-based department, in particular the ordering, maintenance, inventory, record keeping and advice on resources and equipment, including publications, hardware, software and facilities
• Be adept to facilitating meetings with staff, students and parents to discuss the strengths and areas of development for the schools’ pastoral care system.
• Responsible for preserving the national identity, strengthening the sense of belonging to the nation amongst Emiratis, and ensuring nurturing of young Emiratis' abilities.
• Undertake additional duties as required by the Principal or Vice Principal as appropriate.

• BA or BS degree or better in subject area or education with emphasis in subject area
• Minimum of two years’ experience preferred
• Have a range of qualities, competencies, and experience.
• Flexible and an effective team player.
• Positive role model and able to effectively communicate at all levels.
• Inspirational, passionate, and adaptable educator and a caring, creative, and innovative pastoral leader.
• Outstanding motivator, learner, administrator, and communicator, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Capable of leading pastoral development and preparing students through a caring, stimulating, challenging and well-organised pastoral environment.
• To provide professional leadership for colleagues to ensure improved standards of pastoral care for all students.

ADNOC Schools offer an attractive remuneration package. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

ADNOC School and Aldar Education are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

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