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Associate Assistant Head of Primary - Curriculum Enrichment & Student Experience - August 2025 start
Arcadia School
United Arab Emirates
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Salary:Competitive Tax Free Salary with other benefits including Flights, Private Healthcare, Housing Allowance and Tuition Fee Concession for dependent children.Job type:Full Time, Fixed TermStart date:August 2025Apply by:21 February 2025
Job overview
Arcadia School - Dubai is an exciting, forward-thinking international community built on a strong UAE vision where innovation and growth sit at the forefront. The vast expat-community provides vibrancy and inclusivity and thus promise a variety of exciting activities and events beyond the workplace. It is a wonderful place to grow professionally and personally where all citizens are welcomed to immerse themselves within the culture and the community.
Due to the continued growth of the school we are seeking to appoint an inspirational and proactive
Associate Assistant Head of Primary - Curriculum Enrichment & Student Experience to join our leadership team at Arcadia British School. This vital role focuses on empowering our staff and community to deliver an outstanding curriculum enrichment programme and to provide high quality student experience.
This is an exciting and varied leadership role and the successful candidate must have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills as a large part of the role involves bringing teams and individuals together to lead and organise programmes and projects with various priorities. They should thrive on thinking outside the box, taking risks, actively listening to various viewpoints and knowing where purposeful links and connections can and should be made.
The successful candidate will take the lead across 3 key areas: Curriculum Enrichment, Student Leadership and Special Projects and Events. They will oversee project budgets and implement impactful programmes that enhance teaching, learning and professional growth. If you have a passion for creating innovative curriculums for our students and staff as well as driving excellence, we invite you to apply.
Minimum Requirements:
A minimum of a Bachelor Degree Fully qualified teacher holding BEd, MEd, PGCE, QTS or equivalent. Possess relevant recent professional development that prepares the candidate for this role A minimum of 5 years teaching experience in Primary. 2-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience, such as Head of Year or Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Please note that this is a broad oversight of the main responsibilities and the full job description will include additional details.
Curriculum Enrichment Development: Take a leading role in the design, review and implementation of a comprehensive, innovative and engaging enrichment curriculum that aligns with educational standards and meets the diverse needs of students. Student Leadership: Lead efforts and maintain strategic oversight of the development of student leadership programmes across the Primary school including the School Council, Student Leadership Groups and Character Education. Special Projects and Events: Have strategic oversight of the school house system, special projects, real life links (including student enterprise with business and industry) and whole school community and curriculum enrichment events. Teaching & Learning: Support the development of high-quality teaching, learning and student learning outcomes, providing guidance and support to teaching staff in implementing effective pedagogical practices. Professional Development: Identify, plan, and deliver professional development programs for staff, fostering their growth and competence in curriculum delivery and enrichment.Inclusivity and Equity: Promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment by developing strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusivity within the school. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with parents, the community, and school leadership to build strong partnerships, communicate curriculum-related information, and ensure a supportive and engaged educational community.
The successful candidate will be a key part of the Primary Leadership team. All of our senior leaders continue to be active teachers in the classroom and as such, the role also requires a key teaching commitment.
Application and Selection Process:
Please complete the application form and submit your Cover Letter and CV, outlining your expertise and vision for the role as attachments in the supporting documents section.
We will begin long-list interviewing candidates immediately so prompt applications are encouraged.
Shortlist interviews will take place week beginning: 24 February 2025
Arcadia Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced background checks according to our safer recruitment policy available on the school's website.
To know more about the school please visit our website
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About Arcadia School
Orchid Street, District 9, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Barsha South Dubai United Arab Emirates
Arcadia British School leads the way in international education, offering a distinctive learning program that nurtures an inclusive environment where every student is empowered to reach and surpass their potential. Our innovative learning spaces promote collaboration and creativity, combining digital tools with real-world experiences to prepare future-ready students who are ethical, ambitious, and globally minded.
Now in our ninth year, we proudly welcome over 900 students from diverse cultural backgrounds while maintaining a strong connection to our British heritage and Emirati roots. Catering to students from EYFS to Year 12, we are committed to excellence in education.
Our developmental mindset prioritizes professional growth for teachers, supported by a robust coaching philosophy. Well-being, happiness, and inclusivity lie at the core of our ethos, bringing to life our vision of fostering life-long learners. With a focus on academic achievement, sports, performing arts, innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, we inspire every child to discover their unique path to success.
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