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APPLICATION PACK FOR THE POST OF HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL REPTON SCHOOL, ABU DHABI

Welcoming families from all nationalities, then realised in academic success and the proliferation of a Repton School Abu Dhabi offers the very happy, caring community where good behaviour, excellent manners, enthusiasm and a love of learning are the norm. best in British education, within the context of an international environment and The school aims to give all its pupils the educational tools to epitomised by the school’s philosophy succeed in whatever field they choose to further their path of learning. Through their encouragement of achievement of ‘the best for every child’. and, equally important, independence of thought as well as action, pupils will develop a sense of personal responsibility Repton School, Abu Dhabi opened in September 2013, and readiness for the demands of a rapidly changing world. initially catering for children aged 3 to 7 years old. In 2017, the school opens its second site and will offer places for Repton School Abu Dhabi belongs to a group of schools children in the older year groups extending from Year 3 all under the Evolvence Knowledge Investments (EKI) the way up to Year 13. The school is housed in purpose built portfolio. EKI focuses on establishing a widespread accommodation, arranged over two sites and in an enviable presence of private schools in the GCC with high location on the newly developed Reem Island. Repton School, quality, internationally recognised curricula. Abu Dhabi is firmly committed to coeducation and although In 2006, EKI partnered with Repton School of the United it is a selective school striving for excellence in all areas, Kingdom, a prestigious -based independent school they are also acutely aware of developing the ‘wholeness’ to offer British school curriculum education. The first school of a child which characterises a Repton Education. to be launched under this partnership was Repton School Good schools are a learning environment for all and, like in Dubai which opened its doors in the academic year 2007- the children, everyone has a part to play. Repton School, 08. EKI then went onto establish Repton Foundation School Abu Dhabi is a school where everyone is prepared to Abu Dhabi and Foremarke School Dubai in the academic work hard, both individually and collectively. It is also year 2013-14. To date EKI is the majority shareholder in a school that knows how to recognise the talents and Repton School Dubai, Repton School Abu Dhabi, Foremarke, needs of each person. Furthermore, Repton School Abu Dovecote and Humpty Dumpty nurseries, with plans of Dhabi is a school full of smiles and filled with people further expansion in the UAE and wider GCC region. who genuinely care. Pupils from aged 3 onwards benefit Repton School Abu Dhabi is proud of both its 21st century from an English independent school curriculum that international nature and of the traditions and core values incorporates elements of the English National Curriculum. which have been derived from strong links with the culture of Repton School, Abu Dhabi’s vision is to be the premier the Emirates and its partnership with Repton in Derbyshire, technology school in the UAE ensuring that all its pupils England. Repton School’s over 450-year history has enabled are equipped and stimulated to engage in our ever it to develop into a mature and clearly effective school which more technical world with confidence and flair. has been able to mould and bring out the true potential of its pupils. Repton School, Abu Dhabi is fortunate to have been The School’s mission is to ensure that Repton learners attain able to draw on the educational knowledge and expertise the highest levels of digital literacy and academic achievement from its sister school and thus combine the very best of the at the school and beyond; to maintain a strong identity with new with the very best of the British educational system. the values and ethos of Repton UK; and to establish a unified and continuous educational plan for all children from 3 to 18. The school will launch the Senior School year groups in 2018 and therefore the Principal is now seeking to Whilst excellence is pursued, Repton espouses the notion appoint a Founding Head of Senior School to prepare for that every child is important; every child is cherished, the launch of the Senior School and lead it thereafter. nurtured and prized for their individuality. An exceptionally The successful candidate will be committed to excellence wide range of opportunities allows every child to find and will possess the vision and skill to lead a community those things he or she will be good at and the superb where cultural diversity is celebrated. Importantly, he/ facilities give the children the chance to develop those she will have integrity, drive and generosity of spirit. An talents. The school’s approach to motivating and getting excellent track record of successful educational leadership the best out of its pupils is based on the belief that praise is essential. Familiarity with high quality, UK education and and encouragement lead to confidence. This confidence is leadership in an international context would be desirable.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please Job Description either contact Liz Gibbs on 44 (0)7552 845990 or email at [email protected], or contact Edward Clark on +44(0)1256 862840 or +44 (0)7718 588616, or Job Purpose: email at [email protected]. The Head of Senior School is responsible to the Principal and Governing Board of Repton School, Abu Dhabi for the To apply for the post, please visit www.lsceducation.com leadership, internal organisation, management and control and submit your up-to-date CV and a letter of application. of the school. The letter should incorporate how you meet the person specification, why you are applying for the position and what particular attributes and qualities you would bring to the role. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Strategy

Key Dates ●● Supporting the Principal to formulate the Closing date: 29 May 2017 aims and objectives of Repton School.

Longlist interviews: 2 June 2017 (in London) ●● Creating and implementing the School Development Plan, Shortlist/Final interviews: 12, 13 June (in Abu Dhabi) setting strategic targets and performance indicators.

Repton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the ●● Continuing to make Repton School a model of outstanding welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and educational practice by using evidence based pedagogy. volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks. ●● Continuing to make Repton School a model of outstanding pastoral care by using pro-active techniques to maintain high attendance rates and positive engagement in all aspects of school life.

●● Leading and inspiring the staff by his/her example and encouraging them to achieve the highest personal and professional standards at all times.

●● Leading by example and providing inspiring and purposeful leadership for the staff and students.

●● Working in partnership with the Principal, Governing Board, staff, and parents in generating the ethos and values which will underpin the school.

●● Ensuring that all those involved in the school are committed to its aims and involved in meeting objectives which secure the educational success of the school.

●● Ensuring that the management, finances, organisation and administration of the school support its vision and aims.

●● Ensuring that policies and practices take account of national, local and school data including inspection and research findings and the outcomes of school self review.

●● Monitoring and evaluating the performance of the school and responding and reporting to the Governing Board as required.

●● Monitoring, evaluating and reviewing the effects of the school’s policies, priorities and targets and taking action if necessary.

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APPLICATION PACK FOR THE POST OF HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL REPTON SCHOOL, ABU DHABI

Teaching and Learning ●● Holding parents’ evenings once per term for parents.

●● Creating opportunities to encourage ●● Monitoring and evaluating teaching and learning and the standards of students’ achievement children with their work. and setting targets for improvement.

●● Maintaining an environment and a code of behaviour to Curriculum promote and secure effective learning and good behaviour. ●● Determining, organising and implementing an ●● Determining, organising, implementing and monitoring the curriculum and ensuring that it: appropriate curriculum for Repton School. ●● • meets statutory requirements Ensuring that teachers use personalised learning for all students to allow them to achieve their full potential. • is relevant to the needs of all students ●● Arranging for the construction of the school timetable. • leads to improved educational provision • Maintaining and developing effective links with the community, to extend the curriculum Leadership and Management and enhance teaching and learning. ●● ●● Maintaining an effective partnership with Participating in the recruitment and selection parents to support and improve students’ of teaching and non-teaching staff. achievement and personal development. ●● Planning, allocating, supporting and evaluating work

●● Teaching students in the school to such undertaken by groups, teams and individuals, ensuring an extent as may be appropriate. clear delegation of tasks and devolution of responsibilities in a manner consistent with conditions of employment.

●● Implementing and sustaining effective systems Students for the management of staff performance, incorporating appraisal and target setting. ●● Providing all students with a personalised curriculum which meets their needs and which includes ●● Leading, co-ordinating and monitoring the continuing particular support for those with learning difficulties professional development of staff as appropriate. or those who may be particularly gifted. ●● Ensuring that professional duties are fulfilled.

●● Creating ways for students to be actively involved in the ●● Develop good working relationships with governors, staff, school decision-making process and for their views on students, parents, the community and the regulators. the learning process to be listened to and respected.

●● Providing opportunities for students to enhance their learning by participating in enterprise activities, educational visits, work experience and other extra curricular activities.

●● Establishing a House system in the Senior School to achieve educational, sporting and artistic excellence.

Liaison with Parents

●● Keeping in close contact with parents and being available to meet with them where appropriate to discuss their child's progress or welfare.

●● Sending parents regular information about Repton School and providing reports on their children’s work and progress. Ensuring parents have opportunities to discuss these reports with appropriate staff.

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Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources Staff The Management of Resources

●● Ensuring that Repton School is adequately ●● Allocating, controlling and accounting for the financial and appropriately staffed, and ensuring the and material resources of Repton School. recruitment and retention of high-calibre staff. ●● Ensuring the maintenance and development of ●● Encouraging team development and an ethos which the premises and grounds to ensure maximum enables everyone to work collaboratively and accept practical use by students throughout the day. responsibility for shared outcomes across the full age range. ●● Having due regard at all times for the Health and Safety ●● Managing the deployment of all staff; delegating of all users and ensuring that appropriate Health and duties as appropriate to his/her senior colleagues Safety responsibilities are understood by all; setting and, in particular, making arrangements for the up a Health and Safety Committee according to the Deputy Head Teacher to deputise for him/her in requirements of the Health and Safety Policy. the event of his/her absence from the school. ●● Setting appropriate priorities for expenditure, allocation ●● Ensuring that all employees (teachers and support staff) at of funds and effective administration and control. Repton School receive appropriate information and training ●● Managing and organising the accommodation efficiently to enable them to carry out their professional duties. and effectively to ensure it meets the needs of the ●● Overseeing and reporting regularly on performance curriculum and health and safety regulations management within Repton School, making certain that ●● Making arrangements for the security and adequate training and development opportunities are effective supervision of the school buildings, made available to all employees, as well as appropriate their contents and the grounds. action where performance is unsatisfactory. ●● Managing, monitoring and reviewing the range, quality ●● Assessing teachers to determine their progress and use of all available resources in order to improve the on the pay scales, in line with an agreed quality of education, improve students’ achievements, Performance Management Policy. ensure efficiency and secure value for money.

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APPLICATION PACK FOR THE POST OF HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL REPTON SCHOOL, ABU DHABI

Accountability External Liaison

●● Creating and developing an organisation in ●● Maintaining positive and active relationships with which all the staff recognise that they are other schools, businesses and agencies in the area, accountable for the success of the school. in particular with local feeder primary schools.

●● Presenting a coherent and accurate account of ●● Maintaining links with social services, the local the school’s performance in a form appropriate police and organisations involved in working with to the range of audiences, including Governors, young people and the local community at large. parents, the local community, ADEC, and others to enable them to play their part effectively.

●● Ensuring that parents and students are well informed about the curriculum, attainment and progress and about the contribution they can make in supporting their child’s learning and achieving the school’s targets for improvement.

●● Providing information, objective advice and support to the Governing Board to enable it to meet its responsibilities for securing effective teaching and learning and improved standards of achievement, and for achieving efficiency and value for money.

●● To carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required by the Principal and Governing Board.

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Person Specification

Criteria Essential Desirable

Qualifications Degree Higher qualification in education and/or management Teaching qualification Achieved NPQH

Experience Experience in at least two secondary schools Curriculum and pastoral experience at senior management level Significant experience at senior level 11-18 school experience Proven track record of raising educational standards International school experience

Knowledge of the English National Curriculum

Shaping the Capacity to recognise and build on the High profile in school and community Future considerable successes of the school and formulate a vision for innovation and improvement Proven track record of change management

Sound knowledge of current and Leading a school through an inspection emerging educational developments

Experience of successfully leading change and inspiring others

Understanding and appreciation of the value that the school and the community places on STEM and the Arts Leading Learning Ability to lead and inspire high Experience in developing Junior – Senior School links & Teaching quality teaching and learning

Ability to inspire, demonstrate and support the highest of expectations for all

Commitment to include and make a difference for every child

Strong skills in using IT to improve teaching and learning Developing Self Skill to set appropriate and challenging targets and Working Capability to make and take decisions with Others and delegate appropriately

Commitment to the encouragement, empowerment and training of staff

Commitment to own self development

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Capacity to build on and manage Experience of financial management high performing teams Managing the Experience of opening a new Organisation Ability to use strong and effective management school building or facility systems underpinned by clear communication Experience of curriculum design Ability to produce and implement appropriate improvement plans and policies

Commitment to the continuation of our strong links and partnerships with governors, staff, parents, pupils, the wider community, other schools and international work

Knowledge of financial management Securing Ability to delegate responsibility with accountability Accountability Capacity to sustain the ongoing improvement of results Strengthening Ability to continue to develop the school’s Experience of business links Community response to its changing community Experience in Marketing and Public Relations Commitment to promoting community links and cohesion

Ability to build and maintain partnerships with a range of local, national and international organizations Personal Qualities Passionate about education & Attributes An effective communicator

Interpersonal awareness and concern for impact

Resilient and energetic

Firm and fair

Lead by example with high professional standards

Dynamic and motivational

A sense of humour Safeguarding Commitment to safeguarding and promoting Children the welfare of children and young people

Remuneration Package ●● Competitive Tax Free Salary ●● Accommodation ●● Annual return flights ●● School fees for dependent children ●● Medical insurance

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APPLYING FOR THIS POST References Please include within your application (in your CV) the names, Key Dates job titles, work email addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of three professional referees. These need to Closing date: 29 May 2017 include your current and all past employers/line managers Longlist interviews: 2 June 2017 (in London) that you have worked for, within at least the past 6 years. Shortlist/Final interviews: 12, 13 June (in Abu Dhabi) We will need to collect full references before shortlist If you would like to have an informal discussion about interviews but if you have a specific preference that we do not this post or the school, please either contact Liz Gibbs contact one or more of your referees, please notify us of this. on +44 (0)7552 845990 or email at [email protected], Please rest assured that no referees will be contacted until or contact Edward Clark on +44(0)1256 862840 or +44 LSC Education has received your specific consent to do so. (0)7718 588616, or email at [email protected].

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