Head of Business & Economics (Secondary A-Levels - for August 2025)

Description

Star International School Mirdif is a rapidly growing British curriculum school in Dubai. We are an ambitious school that aspires to be the very best version of ourselves, and for those who join us, we would help them do the same. We seek individuals who want to make a difference in the world, seeing themselves as lifelong learners, committed to putting children at the heart of everything they do. We want educators who align closely with our vision, mission, and values. If you feel you can champion these, then please apply to join the Star Mirdif family for August 2025.

• Vision: To grow the future leaders and global citizens of tomorrow, who will Go Beyond and change our world for the better.
• Mission: Through amazing learning opportunities and personalised pathways, our educators and students Go Beyond to ensure every member of our Star Family achieves their personal best both inside and beyond the classroom.
• Values: Self-belief, teamwork, adventure, respect.

Star International School Mirdif is a community school that is rooted in kindness and amazing learning. We offer our pupils:

• Centre of research-informed T&L.
• EdTech best practice with AI powered T&L.
• Awe & Wonder offering beyond the National curriculum.
• STEAM+ curriculum focusing on global and cosmic problems.
• Safe with incredible learning behaviours.
• EYFS-Post-16 (GCSE/A-Level/BTEC) British curriculum school in the heart of Mirdif Dubai.

ISP Principles

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning.
• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another and promote the well-being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference.
• Learn continuously. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Teacher Role Profile

• Atmosphere. You enable students to learn in a safe, open, caring, collaborative, and inclusive atmosphere. You create a positive atmosphere by building relationships and inclusive learning experiences.
• Shared Ideas. You know and model your school’s values and contribute to its mission and vision through your daily actions.
• A Focus on Learners and Learning. You put learners and their learning first and are committed to your personal and professional learning and development.
• Learning and Teaching. You design and facilitate learning outcomes that are underpinned by positive and supportive relationships.
• Evidence of Learning. You gather, document, and analyse evidence of learning from various sources to identify targets for improving learning.
• Leadership for Learning. You see yourself as a leader for learning and demonstrate the same vision, values, and commitment as school leaders.
• Learning Spaces. You create and use spaces to support and demonstrate the school’s shared ideas about learners and learning.
• In Partnership with Parents and Carers. You work in partnership with parents and carers, communicating with them regularly about their child’s learning.
• Improvement Planning. You are committed to learning and ensure this improvement happens strategically and effectively.

The Role – Job description

Key Accountabilities:

• Represent areas of knowledge, understanding, and skills to students.
• Lead by example in upholding truth, justice, equality, and compassion.
• Engage and motivate students to achieve beyond their expectations.
• Use excellent subject knowledge and interpersonal skills to enthuse students.
• Make full use of ICT and new technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Plan lessons considering students’ individual learning needs and styles.
• Encourage all students to become effective, confident, and independent learners.
• Maintain excellent professional relationships with colleagues.
• Plan and deliver a programme of learning opportunities.
• Cooperate with colleagues to establish fair disciplinary practices.
• Communicate professionally with parents about their child's progress.
• Model good academic practices.
• Contribute actively to department discussions.
• Plan after-school activities as required.
• Support the school partnership with the community.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality education.
• Ensure all students fulfil their potential.
• Promote a positive ethos based on the school vision and values.
• Other responsibilities as reasonably requested.

Teaching

• Plan and prepare schemes of work.
• Teach effectively, considering all students’ educational needs.
• Set and mark work for students in various settings.
• Promote the various abilities and aptitudes of students.
• Document and report on the personal and social needs of students.
• Participate in whole school development.

Continuing Professional Development

• Review methods of teaching and programmes of work.
• Be proactive in personal development.
• Participate in further training and professional development.

Curriculum Development

• Advise on the preparation and development of courses of study.
• Take responsibility for specific subjects.
• Embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum.

Additional duties as Head of department:

• Ensure teaching meets the school’s targets for progress.
• Manage the curriculum ensuring it is innovative and engaging.
• Lead CPD using current educational thinking.
• Ensure students make progress in assessments.
• Maintain a positive and respectful ethos.
• Ensure the curriculum is inclusive and learner-led.
• Communicate with families about learning issues.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Education: Relevant UK teaching qualification: minimum of a Bed. or BA/BSc + PGCE/QTS in Business and/or Economics.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of secondary teaching experience and at least 2 years in a leadership role in a British school.

Competencies:

• Excellent working knowledge of the UK Curriculum.
• Excellent IT and communication skills.
• A collaborative team player with excellent personal skills.
• Classroom and behaviour management.

Attributes:

• Collaborative team player, empathetic listener.
• Integrity and confidentiality.
• Internationally minded.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Intercultural awareness and creativity.
• Online and classroom teaching experience.
• Flexible and a can-do attitude.

Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

• Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; develops positive, supportive relationships with colleagues.
• Learning & Getting Better. Demonstrates personal commitment to learning and supporting others.
• Innovation Leadership. Creates an environment for learning initiatives.
• Outcome driven. Focused on exceeding goals and KPIs.
• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks calmly.
• Community Focus. Committed to meeting the needs of students and families.
• Integrity & Ethical Management. Works ethically and helps others feel valued.
• Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports and encourages students and colleagues.
• Understanding People. Good judge of talent and motivations.
• Influencing & Communication. Informs and inspires through effective communication.
• Agile. Responds to changing circumstances effectively.
• Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Applies understanding to improve effectiveness.
• Planning & Decision Making. Makes informed decisions and plans accordingly.
• Diversity & Equity. Understands values and practices across cultures.

How to apply: Please apply by including:

• A CV no more than 2 pages long including employment dates and references.

• A letter of application addressed to the principal no more than a single page outlining why you are an excellent candidate for the role.

You can also apply to be invited to our recruitment fair: Join our London Recruitment Fair on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

Star International school and ISP are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by hiring and retaining high-performing teammates.