Assistant Headteacher of DESS Starting August 2019

2 Campuses

355 Staff

Ages

3-18

65 Nationalities

Dubai English Speaking School and College (DESSC) is a Dubai based British curriculum school catering for students from FS1 to Year 13 (age 3 – 18) across two campuses.

DESSC, one of the few not-for-profit British curriculum schools in the region has had a long and proud history in Dubai. Dubai English Speaking School (DESS), the primary school campus, was the first British school in Dubai, founded in 1963. In 2006, Dubai English Speaking College (DESC) was opened. DESSC now boasts over 2,000 students and the academic programme is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales.

We enjoy an excellent reputation which we continually strive to ensure that we deserve. Academic success is important, but we believe in the development of creative thinkers, problem solvers and children who know how to learn in an environment of mutual respect, enthusiasm and commitment. The children are given a wide range of opportunities to have as many varied learning experiences as possible in order that the whole person is developed.

We provide a wide range of extracurricular provision, which includes a variety of cross curricular opportunities. Our excellent standards in teaching and learning are evidence of the commitment of all our highly dedicated staff to achieving the best standards in all areas of school life for all our children

DESSC is a member of the Association of British Schools Over-seas (BSO) and Council of British International Schools (COBIS), whom, in addition to the KHDA, have also rated DESSC as an “Outstanding’’ provider of education.

About DESS

Dubai English Speaking School (DESS) is seeking an outstanding candidate for the position of Assistant Headteacher (AHT) of our Primary School.

With this unique opportunity we are looking for an experienced colleague with a minimum of middle leader experience, who can develop DESS in all aspects of Assessment.

991 Students

136 Staff

Did you know DESS

• Has an innovative approach to child led learning and has been at the forefront of providing quality education based on the English National Curriculum in Dubai for over 50 years?

• Is an inclusive school with a commitment to providing irresistible learning opportunities to enable all our chil-dren to fulfil their potential?

• Prides ourselves on our learning community where we all recognise that we are at different stages on our learning journey?

• Has 991 children in small classes from FS1 to Year 6 and continually produces outstanding results at every level?

• Works closely with DESC to ensure a smooth transition to the next stage of education.

Rated OUTSTANDING

by BSO, COBIS and KHDA

The Position

Assistant Headteacher — Assessment

Cutting-edge learning

environment

A unique opportunity to be part of the

Senior Leadership Team

A unique and exciting opportunity to be a part of the Senior Leadership Team at Dubai English Speaking School (DESS) is on offer.

The post becomes available from August 2019. Situated in Dubai, DESS provides a fantastic state of the art learning environment for 991 students. With our international community, we strive to nurture independent, confident and resilient learners who respond to challenge and aspire to reach their full potential. We aim to develop self-worth, mutual respect and enjoyment in the process of learning. The challenge for the new Assistant Headteacher, is to work collaboratively with the leadership and continually strive to develop As-sessment.

The role offers you the freedom to innovate and explore best practice.

As Assistant Headteacher you will work in an extremely well resourced and highly supportive environment. The staff are varied in age and length of service. You can expect to work with talented colleagues who support one and other. DESS offers a warm and friendly environment and strongly maintains a community feel with students, parents and staff.

The Person

Assistant Headteacher — Assessment

A reputable International

School

Staff training and professional

development are very strong

Assessment has been a key feature in our development in recent years and a number of innovative changes have been implemented to ensure DESS is at the cutting-edge of this vital aspect of its provision.

We now seek a colleague with a proven track record of success in this area to continue to develop Assessment even further at DESS. The suitable candidate will have:

• As a minimum, middle leadership experience.

• Up-to-date knowledge of and the ability to lead Assessment across a primary school.

• Knowledge of effective use of data and moderation.

• A track record of driving school improvements in positions of middle leadership.

• Knowledge and experience of innovative educational developments.

• A demonstrable commitment to professional development, for self and others.

• A proven ability to work with and lead others.

• The capacity to influence and manage change effectively.

• A track record and evidence of demonstrating creative thinking and showing initiative.

• A love of learning and a passion for securing the best outcomes for the children in our care.

• A determination to energise and inspire others.

• The proven capacity to see ideas through to the finish.

• A commitment to working with the existing senior team at DESS in a loyal and mutually supportive manner.

Please refer to the job description for further details.

Committed to providing

irresistible learning

opportunities

Application and Interview

Assistant Headteacher — Assessment

Candidates wishing to apply must complete an application form (CVs will

not be accepted). To apply, please go to our website https://

www.dess.sch.ae/employment-opportunities/

The application form allows candidates an opportunity to

clearly demonstrate their skills, experience and enthusiasm for the role.

Completed application forms should be sent to dess_jobs@dessc.sch.ae, please indicate clearly in the subject field the title of the role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be giv-en more detailed information about the role and package. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 11th May 2019. Where applicable, references will be contacted prior to interview.

DESS is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that in-cludes: verification of qualifications; obtaining two satisfactory references (including current employer) and obtaining a Police Certificate or Good Con-duct Certificate from the country the applicant last resided in. Any employ-ment gaps on the application form will be addressed during interview.

The closing date for applications is: May 3rd 2019

On Offer

A highly competitive relocation package is on offer; including a tax free salary, accommodation, medical cover and child school places (where appropriate). The successful candidate will be offered an initial two-year contract, which is renewable annually. This role offers the opportunity for an experienced middle leader to work in an ex-tremely well resourced and highly supportive environment, where teaching and learning is central to the school.

www.dess.sch.ae