School Improvement Partner

School Improvement Partner Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE
 

RESPONSIBILITIES
Main Duties

Work with school leaders to ensure that all schools achieve their annual, medium and long-term goals.
Ensure robust quality assurance processes exist and their outcomes are actioned in a timely manner.
Ensure school leadership teams, teachers and other education staff at school level have access to high quality and relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
Ensure that school CPD plans are targeted at meeting the school’s education-related performance targets.
Ensure that schools meet the needs and expectations of the parent body through high quality and timely communication and feedback.
Ensure that all schools maintain robust safeguarding procedures.
Ensure that all schools maintain robust behaviour management processes and reporting procedures.
Provide regular reviews of school performance through an agreed dashboard to the Education Executive Committee.
Specific Duties 

Lead and facilitate the school improvement planning process, working collaboratively with school leadership teams to set and achieve measurable goals for student achievement and school culture.
Provide strategic guidance and support to school leaders in implementing evidence-based pedagogy, curriculum development, and assessment strategies.
Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and data analysis to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans.
Work with the Aldar Training Academy to ensure robust quality assurance processes exist and their outcomes are actioned in a timely manner.
Work with the Aldar Training Academy to ensure all school leadership teams, teachers and other education staff at school level have access to high quality and relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
Lead and support (as agreed) with the collation and reporting of behaviour issues at school and cluster level.
Lead and support (as agreed) with the collation and reporting of child protection issues at school and cluster level.
Collaborate with cluster and school-level stakeholders to align resources, professional development, and support services to meet the unique needs of each school community.
Coach and mentor school leaders and educators in fostering a positive and inclusive school climate and promoting social-emotional learning.
Monitor and evaluate the progress of school improvement initiatives, using data-driven decision-making to inform continuous improvement efforts.
Serve as a liaison between the school, cluster, and external partners to leverage resources and support the implementation of best practices.
Work alongside and support the Directors of Clusters as and when agreed by the Education Executive Committee.
Stay up to date with research and best practices in school performance and improvement, educational leadership and professional development.
Support the wider work of the Chief Education Officer and Education Executive Committee as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree with postgraduate qualification in education (eg. PGCE) and/or Education Degree
NPQH and/or similar and/or Master’s Level qualification, preferably in Educational Leadership or related.
Minimum Experience   

At least 10 years’ experience in a school senior leadership role (ie. Principal, Head, Vice Principal).
A proven track record of school leadership at Principal or Head level would be an advantage.
A proven track record at district, cluster, MAT or group level would be an advantage.
 

Job Specific Knowledge & Skill 

A deep understanding of K-12 educational systems, school leadership, and pedagogy.
Significant experience in school leadership, headship, or administrative roles within K-12 educational settings.
Proven track record of leading and supporting successful school improvement initiatives that resulted in improved student outcomes and enhanced school culture.
Strong data analysis skills and the ability to use data to drive decision-making and measure the impact of improvement efforts.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, establish collaborative relationships, and inspire positive change.
Excellent leadership skills
Strong and consistent supervisory skills
Strong commercial acumen
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
Advanced knowledge of all relevant accreditation standards
A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.