Our leading UK Curriculum School in Dubai is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to join our Computer Science department .
The ideal candidate will be a passionate educator with strong subject expertise, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to integrating technology into teaching and learning while raising student achievement and academic standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Computer Science Department to ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and academic achievement.
- Work closely with teachers to enhance their subject knowledge, teaching methodologies, and pedagogical practices, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and departmental development initiatives in line with the UK curriculum.
- Promote the effective use of technology and digital tools to enhance teaching and learning.
- Collaborate with school leadership to drive academic excellence and continuous improvement.
- Monitor and support the quality of teaching and learning within the department, maintaining a minimum standard of "Good" teaching across all lessons.
- Ensure compliance with UAE educational standards and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Analyse student performance data and implement strategies to improve attainment and progress.
- Support the development of students' digital literacy, problem-solving abilities, computational thinking, and practical programming skills.
- Undertake additional responsibilities associated with the effective leadership and management of the department.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
- Master's degree in Computer Science or a relevant specialisation is preferred.
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or Master of Education (M.Ed.).
- Strong command of the English language, both written and spoken.
- Proven experience teaching Computer Science within the UK curriculum, with a strong understanding of relevant examination specifications.
- Previous leadership experience within a Computer Science Department in the UAE is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of programming, algorithms, computational thinking, and digital technologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and team-management skills.
- Must be currently available in the UAE.
Please note: Degrees obtained through distance learning or open universities will not be considered.
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