Head of Secondary

Doha British School

Doha, Qatar

Start date: January 2025

Apply by: 5 December 2024

Qualification & Experience:

• Be committed to the DBS vision, ethos and values.
• Possesses a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (preferably with a Master’s in Educational Leadership or similar) in a relevant field.
• Boasts a successful track record in a senior leadership role (ideally with previous Headship experience) within a large secondary school setting.
• Have a proven track record of raising academic standards and leading sustained successful school improvement
• Work alongside a team of senior leaders to ensure alignment and school improvement adding capacity to the wider leadership of the DBS cluster
• Lead by example – with integrity, creativity, resilience and objectivity.
• Strategic Impact: Develop and spearhead a clear vision for the secondary school, ensuring it aligns with our overall goals and propels student success.
• Curriculum Champion: Be at the forefront of curriculum development, fostering engaging and relevant learning experiences that prepare students for a bright future.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Lead by insights, utilising data analysis to continuously improve academic performance and student outcomes.
• Empowering Leader: Cultivate a collaborative and supportive staff environment, providing exceptional professional development opportunities to help teachers flourish.
• Building Excellence: Mentor and coach senior staff, empowering them to become future leaders and champions of excellence.
• Inclusive Vision: Foster a positive and vibrant school community that celebrates diversity and supports the individual needs of all learners.
• Collaborative Spirit: Work hand-in-hand with teachers, parents, and the wider community to ensure the best possible outcomes for our students.
• The DBS Way: Become a passionate advocate for our school’s ethos and educational philosophy, actively shaping the DBS vision for secondary education.
• Promote the Character Development Traits
• Set up, develop and monitor a School Improvement Partnership involving learners (students), parents, staff for the Secondary phase of the School;
• Be passionate about getting the best from all students through consistent, high-quality teaching.
• Be a visible and approachable presence who communicates well at all levels.
• Support, motivate and inspire students in reaching their full potential both academically and socially.
• Support, motivate and inspire staff.
• Builds strong partnerships with parents, careers and the wider community.
• Is committed to working collaboratively with other schools in the cluster and the wider community.
• Maintain a safe, calm and well-ordered environment, and holds a strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection.