Assistant Principal Secondary

Summary:

Join as Assistant Principal Secondary at a school committed to excellence and innovation in education.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to delivering a high-quality British curriculum at an accessible price, with a strong focus on personalized learning and community engagement. Sustainability and environmental awareness are core values that shape the school’s ethos and educational approach.

The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Principal Secondary, you will play a pivotal role in driving academic excellence and fostering a supportive learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the school’s mission of providing a world-class education that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and quality assure the activities of staff and students to ensure a safe, orderly, and effective learning environment.
• Support the administration of the annual school assessment and monitoring master schedule in collaboration with the school leadership team.
• Collaborate with the Principal and Vice Principal to supervise, evaluate, and develop teaching and support staff.
• Lead the recruitment process for teaching and non-teaching positions, including screening and interviewing applicants.
• Implement student achievement improvement plans aligned with school development goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the execution of student progress tracking systems, including MAP/Exact Path, and ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
• Work with the SLT to introduce and evaluate new instructional methods, materials, and programs.
• Develop and implement staff Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plans to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or B.Sc with PGCE; Master’s degree is desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience, including 4 consecutive years of teaching with performance exceeding expectations.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a middle leadership role.
• Experience in leading school initiatives that have improved standards and student achievement.
• Strong experience working with parents and external agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of teaching and learning strategies that raise standards and address learning gaps.
• Ability to analyze and use data effectively for diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to make sound judgments.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Preferred

• Experience with student achievement improvement programs and standardized testing.
• Familiarity with CPD frameworks and professional development planning.
• Experience in implementing school improvement plans and ADEK regulations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.