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Assistant Head of Primary School

Assistant Head of Primary School

ISL QatarQatar
1 day ago
Job description

Application Deadline : 15 April 2025

Scope : Primary School

Reporting to : Head of Primary School

Collaborates with : PSLT, Dean of Students (MS and HS), ISL Qatar stakeholder groups

Time Allocation : 1.0 FTE

In order to fulfil this role the successful candidate must be passionate about both leadership and pastoral care, be an experienced primary school classroom teacher able to build strong relationships with all current and future stakeholders of the ISL Qatar learning community, be highly visible at all times (during and outside of work hours) and be willing to be a strong advocate for student voice, choice and ownership of their school experience.

Requirements

  • 1.1 Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
  • 1.2 At least three years as a PYP Coordinator or in other related leadership positions
  • 1.3 Possess IB teaching and leadership experience

Knowledge and Skills

  • 2.1 Aligned with ISL values of belonging, integrity, grit and kindness
  • 2.2 Excellent communication, collaboration, conflict‑resolution, organization and time‑management skills
  • 2.3 In‑depth knowledge of primary curriculum, assessment methods, instructional leadership and effective teaching strategies
  • 2.4 Strong understanding of school operations, compliance and procedures
  • 2.5 Commitment to professional development
  • Roles and Responsibilities (General)

  • Support the Head of Primary in conjunction with the PSLT and other school leaders
  • Live and communicate the school’s mission, vision and values within and beyond the ISL Qatar community; act as a highly visible role‑model of the school ethos
  • Maintain a strong commitment to inclusion and belonging in all aspects of the role
  • Day‑to‑day management of the Primary School
  • Formulate objectives and tasks that enrich the school’s pastoral care approach and contribute to overall effectiveness
  • Establish policies, procedures and strategies, with accompanying action plans, to achieve those objectives
  • Monitor progress toward meeting objectives
  • Leadership and Managerial Duties

  • Manage staff cover and volunteer staff (in conjunction with the Academic Assistant)
  • Timetabling (design and data entry)
  • Duty organization (in conjunction with the Academic Assistant)
  • Primary assembly organization (in conjunction with the Fox Council)
  • On‑call / emergency situations
  • Pastoral Care Duties (Dean of Students)

  • Create and maintain a positive school culture aligned with guiding statements and values
  • Promote school spirit and pride through assemblies, events and initiatives
  • Maintain high visibility during and outside work hours, including supervision of break times, visitations and observation of learning
  • Actively build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and community stakeholders
  • Benefits

  • TAX‑free salary – see ISL Qatar Recruitment Brochure
  • Fully furnished house
  • International Health Insurance (excluding USA)
  • Utilities allowance
  • Flight allowance
  • Tuition fees (1 child per hire)
  • Shipping allowance
  • Settling allowance
  • Authentication of documents allowance
  • Education

  • 1.1 Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
  • 1.2 Experienced educator, at least three years in the role of PYP Coordinator or other related leadership positions
  • 1.3 Possess IB teaching and leadership experience
  • Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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