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HEAD OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION (PRIMARY)
Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) is a leading British International School in the
Middle East and has been continuously rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Dubai School
Inspection Bureau (DSIB). We are also listed in the Spears Top 100 schools ranking. We
promote a supportive environment where students always feel determined to do their best
and where both effort and achievement are warmly acknowledged. JESS follows the
English National curriculum as well as the International Baccalaureate in Years 12 and 13.
At all levels, JESS provides opportunities to show curiosity, excellence, commitment,
integrity, respect and care. Our mission is to discover brilliance in every individual, build
community through respect and a sense of belonging and empower people to act with
purpose to ‘Make a Difference’ in the world.
JESS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. JESS
expects all staff – teaching and non-teaching – and volunteers to share and uphold this
commitment.
JESS Jumeirah is seeking a dedicated, dynamic, well qualified, experienced and highly
committed Islamic Education teacher who can deliver the Islamic A and B curriculum for
KS1 and KS2 classes. The ideal candidate should also have at least two years of experience
in leading an Islamic Education department within a UAE context and proven track record.
As an experienced professional, the post holder must have a track record in fostering a
caring and supportive atmosphere and be a passionate educator dedicated to the wellbeing, social and academic progress of each student. The Head of Department will be
responsible for the line management and teaching and learning standards of the subject
teachers within the department. Teachers who are willing to commit whole heartedly to
wider school life will be at a distinct advantage. Position/Job
Title Head of Islamic Education
School/Branch Primary – Jumeirah
Reporting to SLT Line Manager for Islamic Education/Head teacher
Professional qualifications
• An accredited attested higher diploma or higher in Islamic
Studies, Share’aa or similar specialty
• Experience of implementing a range of pedagogical techniques,
with a track record of innovation in teaching and learning
• Recent participation in continuing professional development
Professional Experience
• Proficient and experienced in teaching, ideally with experience
of teaching across primary year groups
• Proven track record of outstanding teaching
• Recent experience of working with from a variety of cultures
• Commitment to issues of equity and working with culturally
diverse families
• Exemplary communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work positively and effectively with and parents, outside
agencies and colleagues
• Committed to raising the achievement and standards of students
Head of Islamic Education (Primary) AY 2023-24
• Experience of delivering a broad, balanced and academically
ambitious curriculum
• Have a good knowledge of curriculum initiatives
Personal
qualities and skills
• Maintain a positive attitude and work co-operatively at all times
• Behave at all times in a manner befitting a role model for the
pupils of the school and in a manner that brings only respect to
colleagues and the reputation of JESS
• Be open and adaptable to changing circumstances and
guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to all school matters at all
times
• Be able to work effectively under pressure, prioritise appropriately
and meet deadlines, display good organisational skills
• Display excellent organisational skills
• Articulate and strong communicator
Duties and
responsibilities
Leadership
•To be responsible for continuously improving the quality of
teaching and learning in the Department.
• To be responsible for maintaining high standards in the
Department including supporting staff during lessons when
appropriate.
• To develop and maintain effective methods of communication
with the Headteacher, SLT Line Manager, other staff, students,
parents, governors, external agencies and the wider community
(including business and industry), etc.
• To use the JESS appraisal system to applaud areas and identify
development needs for individual teachers and the Department.
• To help create an effective team by promoting collective
approaches to problem-solving and curricular/department
development, e.g., consult when writing the development plan
and produce resources as a team.
• To chair and produce the agenda for effective developmental
department meetings. To ensure notes are made, kept secure
and others informed as appropriate.
• Manage departmental trackers, ensuring they are up-to-date
and monitor student and class progress.
• To implement school assessment and target setting policies and
make effective use of data to monitor and evaluate the
achievement and attainment of students in the subject.
• Working with members of the Middle Leadership Team in
supporting the school vision, mission, and values Curricular/Departmental Development:
• To oversee the Department development plan, its
implementation and the part it plays in the whole school
development.
• To oversee the relevant sections in the annual school SEF, aligning
it to the UAE National Agenda.
• To develop comprehensive schemes of work which include a
range of teaching and learning styles providing a rich experience
for students; to incorporate a variety of assessment methods at
key points to enable accurate judgements on students’ progress
Head of Islamic Education (Primary) AY 2023-24
and provide opportunities for students to learn through research,
problem solve, enquire and collaboration.
• To develop departmental strategies for the students’ spiritual,
moral, social and cultural development, including links to the UAE
Social Studies Curriculum.
• To monitor and evaluate the teaching in the Department; take
the initiative in identifying strategies to support consistency of
practice and be a lead practitioner in the team.
• To develop departmental strategies and procedures (using
national and school guidelines) for teaching and learning for
students with special educational needs and those who are
identified as gifted within the subject area.
• To work with the Study Support Department/SENCO to ensure IEPs
are used to set subject-specific targets, and to match curricular
materials and approaches to students’ needs.
• To oversee the development of learning technologies within the
department, driving innovative and cutting-edge practice.
Other General Duties & Responsibilities
• Deliver high quality lessons, meeting the needs of all students in
the class
• Engaging in the school-wide professional development
programme.
• Taking responsibility for one’s own professional development.
• Sharing in the pastoral responsibility for all pupils in the school and
especially for those in the teacher’s tutor group, liaising where
appropriate with Heads of Year and senior staff.
• Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils,
safeguarding their welfare, health and safety at all times when
they are the responsibility of the school.
• Being familiar with the school and departmental policies on child
protection, discipline and health and safety.
• Sharing in supervisory duties and general duties
• Covering for absent colleagues
• Being available at all reasonable times during the school day
and, where necessary, outside of school hours in order to support
operations
• Attending school events and taking part in the wider school life
Safeguarding • Bringing to the immediate attention of the designated
safeguarding lead and the Director any significant pastoral
matters, including any safeguarding concerns
• Abide by the school safeguarding policy and keep abreast of
any changes
The job specification lists the general responsibilities of all Subject Teachers and Head of
Department. The Headteacher and SLT Line Manager will reserve the right to change the
exact job responsibilities for an individual teacher based on the school’s requirements.
