Head of Junior School (August 2027)

About the role

Repton Dubai, a British curriculum school in Nad Al Sheba educating pupils aged 3 to 18, is seeking a Head of Junior School to lead learning and life from FS1 to Year 6. Reporting to the Principal and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the post shapes the foundations of an all-through education. The role leads the Junior School leadership team and covers quality of education, safeguarding, pastoral care, family partnership and day-to-day leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a broad, sequenced curriculum across Early Years, KS1 and KS2, with strong subject knowledge and clear progression
• Strengthen teaching through instructional leadership, evidence-informed professional dialogue and consistent use of assessment
• Secure strong progress for all pupils, with particular attention to SEND and EAL learners
• Develop scholarly habits, confident communication, independence and critical thinking
• Create a safe, calm and inclusive environment where high expectations are applied consistently
• Lead safeguarding, behaviour, attendance and pastoral systems, and build families' confidence
• Coach and develop Deputy and Assistant Heads, inclusion and phase leaders and teachers
• Turn the School Improvement Plan into a cycle of action, evaluation and measurable impact
• Support curriculum continuity and transitions, admissions, governance, and manage staffing, resources and operations

Required profile

• Experienced senior leader with a record of improving education quality and pupil outcomes
• Proven success in leading improvement, managing change and evaluating impact with evidence
• Experience in an international school, familiarity with the KHDA or a comparable regulator, and experience leading a junior school within an all-through school are valuable

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of the English National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage, including progression into KS1 and across KS1 and KS2
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice, including SEND and EAL
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills

What we offer

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Annual flight ticket
• Medical and healthcare benefits, subject to status
• A well-resourced campus, committed colleagues and professional development opportunities

Candidates should submit a current CV; the school encourages early applications and may interview and appoint before the closing date. Enhanced pre-employment checks apply to all new staff.