Head of Year (Primary)

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Head of Year (Primary) to join Muna British Academy in Abu Dhabi, commencing in January 2027.

Since our establishment in 2009, we have built and maintained a strong reputation for excellence, consistently achieving an “Outstanding” ADEK rating since 2015. In August 2025, Muna British Academy relocated to a state-of-the-art campus in the prestigious Saadiyat Lagoons community. This move has enabled us to expand our provision—now welcoming students from FS1 to Year 8, with plans to extend to Year 13 in the near future—within an inspiring environment that supports our mission of delivering exceptional education.

Our new campus features world-class facilities designed to foster academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. This relocation marks the next exciting chapter in our journey and offers an unparalleled opportunity for our community to grow and thrive in a premier educational setting.

As we continue to expand our secondary year groups in the upcoming academic year, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and contribute to shaping the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational group.

Successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and will demonstrate a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values and culture of the region.

Responsibilities

Strategic direction and development of the department

• Develop and implement policies and practices for the department which reflect the School’s vision, aims, commitment to high standards of achievement, and effective teaching and learning;
• Establish, monitor and evaluate short, medium and long-term plans for the development of the department;
• Use data effectively to identify students who are underachieving in the department; create and implement plans of action to support those students;
• Analyse and interpret relevant school data to inform policies and department/school SEF writing;
• Ensure that appropriate and relevant schemes of work are developed, in place, and regularly reviewed and evaluated, for all year groups and courses. These must include suitable provision for SEN/POD, G&T, and EAL students.

Teaching and learning

• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the department for all students, including those of high ability and those with special educational needs;
• Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student achievement;
• Set expectations for staff in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour;
• Evaluate the quality of teaching and learning of the department and use this to identify effective practice and areas for improvement; take action to further improve the quality of teaching and learning.

Leading and managing staff

• Performance manage the team in accordance with the school performance management policy;
• Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships with the team, ensuring collaboration, support, accountability and high professional standards;
• Hold regular department meetings with minutes and agendas; the agenda should include a focus on improving standards relating to student achievement and teaching and learning.

Managing resources

• Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources;
• Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s Resource and CapEx budgets;
• Effective use of accommodation to create an effective and stimulating environment for teaching and learning in accordance with the Learning Environment Policy;
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed and Health and Safety policy and regulations are observed at all times.

Other duties and responsibilities

• To be an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor to Year 12/13 students;
• Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota;
• Cover for absent colleagues;
• Invigilate examinations, as required, including a minimum of one evening and one weekend external examination session, to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule;
• Any other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Bachelor of Arts Degree with PGCE in Education or teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 3 years teaching English National Curriculum.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child;
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children;
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities;
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background;
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life;
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.

What We Offer

• A supportive and ambitious leadership team;
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities;
• An outstanding and engaged school community;
• Competitive salary and benefits package;
• The opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading Abu Dhabi school.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter outlining their leadership experience, educational philosophy, and suitability for the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to rigorous safer recruitment checks.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.