Head of Science

Aldar Education are currently seeking a Head of Science for Noya British School in Abu Dhabi to join in Academic Year 2027/2028. Noya British School, proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand. Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities, entertainment options, and a vibrant international environment, Noya British School creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi s leading school group. The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region. Responsibilities Key Task: To provide dynamic leadership for the Science Department and deliver high-quality lessons that inspire students to succeed, achieving the best possible academic outcomes Roles and responsibilities include: • Teamwork and collaboration • To be an exceptional communicator at all levels across the department and wider school community. • Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community. • Working alongside fellow teachers and technicians to plan engaging, practical-led Science lessons that meet the requirements of the British National Curriculum. • Liaising with colleagues, leading departmental collaboration, and working flexibly to uphold high academic standards. • Working with parents to ensure the happiness, safety, and best academic outcomes for all children. • Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff, lab technicians, and inclusion teams to support children s development. Teaching and learning: • Clear understanding of the Curriculum. • Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment. • Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class. • Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching. • Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments. • Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this. • Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required. Assessment and data: • Taking overall responsibility for student progress, attainment, and examination results across the Science Department. • Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student development using school tracking software (such as Target Tracker or equivalent systems). • Using data provided by baseline and internal assessments to influence further planning, targeted intervention, and departmental improvement strategies. • Providing detailed feedback to parents and carers on student progress at Parent Teacher Conferences, exam information evenings, and other meetings. Behaviour management and duties: • Follow and enforce the school s behaviour and laboratory safety policies. • Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students needs in order to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils in a safe lab environment. • Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school s behavioural policy. • Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and leadership expected of staff and pupils. • Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control, scientific curiosity, and independence in all learners. • Carry out duties and line management responsibilities as directed and within the school s policy. Wider professional responsibilities: • To lead the Science curriculum action group/department, driving strategic planning, assessment, resource allocation,and special STEM events linked to the team. • Support, organize, and take part in school events, science fairs, external competitions, and outings which may take place at weekends or in the evening. • Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student achievements, practical endorsements, and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate. • Make a positive contribution to the wider life, middle leadership team, and ethos of the school. • Run a weekly ECA each term, such as Science Club or STEM initiatives. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification Minimum Experience: • Minimum 3 5 years Teaching experience within the British Curriculum, with proven leadership or coordination experience.