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Dukhan, Qatar
Dukhan English School
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional teacher to join our school in a key leadership position. Dukhan English School is the true definition of a community school, where all are welcome. We are a vibrant and dynamic group of teachers within a supportive and encouraging community. DES, founded in the early 1950s, is a not-for-profit school owned and operated by QatarEnergy.
The school serves the Dukhan township, comprising a diverse community of more than 40 nationalities. Our new purpose-built campus spans 27 acres with state-of-the-art learning environments including an 800-seat auditorium, an assembly hall for 1500 people, 3 sports halls, state of the art Science labs, peripatetic music rooms, outdoor swimming pool and an all-weather pitch.
At DES we are committed to developing a culture of excellence in which our pupils and staff can flourish. We believe:
· Every member of staff is a role model for life-long learning.
· In a culture of possibility, where all of us can make progress beyond what we imagine.
· Every child in every classroom deserves someone who will champion them and support their personal and academic development.
· In an evidence informed approach to teaching and learning that shapes our classroom practice.
· In innovation and recognise we all make mistakes as part of the learning journey.
· That generosity of spirit and our QatarEnergy values lie at the core of our interactions both professionally and personally.
We are seeking a Phase Leader, equivalent to an Assistant Headteacher position in the UK, who will:
· Drive academic achievement at Key Stage 4
· Lead and support the quality first teaching model to enable all students to make effective progress, including EAL / SEND
· Narrow academic gaps across key groups including EAL / SEND
· Have strategic oversight of the Key stage 4 pastoral systems and behavior
· Lead and deliver the school’s development plan and priorities relevant to Key Stage 4
· Support and lead effective pedagogy in line with the ‘DES Way’
· Provide critical analysis of the progress, intervention and achievement for all learners across Key Stage 4
· Be a reflective practitioner, committed to continued professional growth and development
· Collaborate with the stakeholders to ensure DES achieves its improvement objectives in pursuit of excellence
· Work with the Dukhan community to develop good relationships and parent/school partnerships
In addition, we are seeking an inspirational leader who can demonstrate:
· A proven track record as an outstanding practitioner
· The ability to foster positive and professional relationships with all stakeholders
· Excellent communication skills
· Being a visible and proactive leader for staff, pupils and parents
· A commitment to continued personal and professional development
· Clear and tangible impact across his/her current school
In return for your passion, successful candidates will enjoy the full benefits of working for the corporation, which include generous tax-free salaries, an interest free car loan, schooling for up to four children, medical cover and airfares for the entire family. In addition to which candidates will benefit from free accommodation and paid utilities, a generous furnishing allowance and excellent leisure facilities within a private township.
Dukhan English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to have undertaken relevant safeguarding checks.
If you would like to join our team and make a real difference to the education of our students, please apply immediately with a one-page letter of application, detailing how you meet the criteria above, a full CV and a recent photograph.
An August 2024 start, early applications highly recommended.
