Head of Student Wellbeing Full Time

Job Description includes but not limited to: 

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values
• Organise and manage the department in line with the aims and objectives of the school.
• Responsible for ensuring high standards of teaching and learning in the relevant subject area including overseeing the professional development of staff and keeping abreast of recent developments in the subject
• Evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning and provide support and guidance to staff where appropriate. Set priorities and targets for the department.
• Make effective use of departmental resources and take responsibility for ordering new resources including textbooks, stationary etc.
• Assist in staff appraisals and with the recruitment of teachers for the department. Ensure that new staff are appropriately inducted into the department.
• Compile, and review where appropriate, the Departmental Handbook.
• Delegate specific responsibilities to other members of the department as appropriate.
• Convene and chair departmental meetings to ensure effective communication within the department
• Set appropriate subject entry tests for applicants to the school.
• Act as the first point of contact for teaching staff in the department who are experiencing difficulties with pupil behavior, standards of work etc.
• Carry out all professional duties of a teacher (approximate 70% of a full weekly teaching timetable).
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

The ideal candidate will have: 

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience within a similar role, ideally within an IB Curriculum School, however this is not mandatory
• Leadership experience is preferred but not necessary
• Team and resource management, strategic planning and decision-making
• Ability to motivate a team and command respect
• The experience, personality and educational philosophy to drive further, the education agenda at this flagship GEMS school with an international student body
• The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
• Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career.