PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION

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1 PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION A. The Core Purpose of the Principal Goldline Education, an arm of the Goldline Group manages and runs the day to day aspects of Springdales Dubai while Springdales Delhi are actively involved in ensuring high quality standards of Education are maintained. The core purpose of the Principal is to provide professional leadership and management for the school. This will promote a secure foundation from which to achieve high standards in all areas of the school s work. To gain this success the Principal must establish high quality education by effectively managing teaching and learning and using personalised learning to realise the potential of all pupils. The Principal should establish a culture that promotes excellence, equality and high expectations of all pupils.springdales Dubai is connected to Springdales Delhi. The Principal must ensure that the values, ethos and philosophy, progressive policies and multi-facetted curriculum of Springdales Delhi continue to be reflected in Springdales Dubai duly modified and adapted according to the needs of the UAE environment. The Principal is the leading professional in the school. He/She Principal is accountable to the Joint Board of Governance composed of representatives of both Goldline Group and Springdales Education Society headed by their respective Chairpersons and including Co- Chairperson, CEO, Goldline Education and Director of Springdales Schools. The Principal provides vision, leadership and direction for the school and ensures that it is managed and organised to meet its aims and targets. The Principal, working with others, is responsible for evaluating the school s performance to identify the priorities for continuous improvement and raising standards; ensuring equality of opportunity for all; developing policies and practices which are compliant with the expectations within the UAE and its regulatory bodies; ensuring that resources are efficiently and effectively used to achieve the school s aims and objectives and for the day - to-day management, organisation and administration of the school. The Principal, working with and through others, secures the commitment of the wider community to the school by developing and maintaining effective partnerships and foster purposeful relationships with schools both nationally and internationally. Through such partnerships and other activities, Principals play a key role in contributing to the development of the education system as a whole and collaborate with others to raise standards. In partnership with all stakeholders and the school community, the Principal is responsible for creating a productive learning environment which is engaging and fulfilling for all pupils.

2 Shaping the future The Principal should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop a shared vision, which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This vision should include core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders beliefs and values. Duties and responsibilities A) Strategic direction and development of the school To work with Goldline Education and Springdales, Delhi (in accodrance with the Franchise Agreement) to develop a strategic vision for the school in its community and analyse and plan for the future needs and further development of the school within the local context: 1. To formulate overall aims and objectives for the school and policies for their implementation. 2. To create an ethos and provide educational vision and direction which secures effective teaching, successful learning and achievement by pupils and sustained improvement in their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development and prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences in order to be a global citizen. 3. Securethe commitment of parents and the wider community to the vision and direction of the school to create and implement a strategic plan, underpinned by sound financial planning, which identifies priorities and targets for ensuring that pupils achieve high standards and make progress, increasing teachers effectiveness and securing school improvement. 4. To ensure that all those involved in the school are committed to its aims, motivated to achieve them and involved in meeting long, medium and short term objectives and targets which secure the educational success of the school. 5. To ensure that the management, finance, organisation and administration of the school support its vision and aims. 6. To ensure that policies and practices take account of school data and inspection research findings. 7. Produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies for the strategic development of the school and its facilities (human and non-human). 8. Encourage creativity, innovation and the use of appropriate new technologies to achieve excellence. 9. Ensure that strategic planning takes account of the diversity, values and experience of the school and the UAE community at large. 10. To monitor, evaluate and review the effects of policies, priorities and targets of the school in practice and take action if necessary to continue to raise standards. B) Leading and teaching To work with Goldline Education and Springdales, Delhi (in accodrance with the Franchise Agreement) to secure and sustain effective teaching and learning throughout the school and to monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and standards of pupils achievement, using benchmarks and setting targets for improvement.

3 1. To ensure that all pupils receive a good quality education through a programme designed to promote a stimulating style of learning in a safe & healthy school environment. 2. To ensure a consistent and continuous school-wide focus on pupils achievement, using data and benchmarks to monitor progress in every child s learning. 3. To ensure that learning is at the centre of strategic planning and resource management. 4. To establish creative, responsive and effective approaches to learning and teaching. 5. To ensure a culture and ethos of challenge and support where all pupils can achieve success and become engaged in their own learning. 6. To be able to demonstrate and articulate high expectations and set stretching targets for the whole community. 7. To be able to implement strategies which secure high standards of behaviour and attendance. 8. To be able to determine, organise and implement a diverse, flexible, creative curriculum and implement an effective assessment framework. 9. To be able to take a strategic role in the development of the new and emerging technologies to enhance and extend the learning experience of pupils. 10. To monitor evaluate and review classroom practice and promote improvement strategies to ensure that underperformance is challenged at all levels and ensure effective corrective action and follow up is undertaken. C) Leading and managing staff To lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure improvement: 1. To maximize the contribution of staff to improve the quality of education provided and standards achieved and ensure that constructive working relationships are formed between staff and pupils. 2. To plan, allocate, support and evaluate work undertaken by groups, teams and individuals, ensuring clear delegation of tasks and devolution of responsibilities, ensuring a reasonable balance for teacher and other members of staff, in work carried out in school and work carried out elsewhere. 3. Develop and maintain effective strategies and procedures for staff induction to Dubai and induction within the school. 4. To implement and sustain effective systems for the management of staff performance, incorporating performance management and targets. 5. Develop and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and for others and take appropriate action when performance is unsatisfactory. 6. To participate in arrangements for Principal performance management 7. Regularly review own practice, set personal targets, in consultation with the CEO and take responsibility for own personal development. 8. Manage own workload and that of others to allow an appropriate work/life balance. D) Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources To deploy people and resources efficiently and effectively to meet specific objectives in line with the school s strategic plan and financial context:

4 1. To work with Goldline Education and Springdales School, Delhi as per the Franchise Agreement (Clause 7) to recruit staff of the highest quality available. 2. To work with senior colleagues to deploy and develop all staff effectively in order to improve the quality of education provided. 3. To advise Goldline Education on appropriate priorities for expenditure, allocate funds and to ensure effective administration and control. 4. To work with Goldline Education to manage and organise school accommodation efficiently and effectively, to ensure that it meets the needs of the curriculum and health and safety regulations comply with approved regulatory bodies. 5. To make arrangements, if so required, for the security and effective supervision of the school buildings, contents and grounds, ensuring that any lack of maintenance is reported. 6. To work with Goldline Education to ensure effective Health and Safety procedures including ensuring that appropriate risk assessments are undertaken. 7. To manage, monitor and review the range, quality, quantity and use of all available resources in order to improve the quality of education, improve pupils achievements, ensure efficiency and secure value for money. 8. To ensure that staff are encouraged to attend training and development activities. E) Accountability To be accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of the school to Goldline education and Springdales, Delhi and others, including pupils, parents, staff and the community: 1. To provide information, objective advice and support to Goldline Education to enable it to meet its responsibilities to the KHDA/MOE/DSIB/CBSE. 2. To present a coherent and accurate account of the school s performance in a form appropriate to a range of audiences, including parents, Goldline Education and others, to enable them to play their part effectively. 3. To ensure that parents and pupils are well-informed about the curriculum, attainment and progress and about the contribution that they can make to achieve the school s targets for improvement. 4. To provide information about the work and performance of staff where it is relevant to their future employment F) Strengthening Community 1. To be able to build a school culture and curriculum which takes account of the richness and diversity of the school s communities. 2. To create and promote positive strategies for challenging racial and other prejudice and dealing with racial harassment. 3. To ensure learning experiences for pupils are linked into and integrated with the wider community of Dubai. 4. To ensure a range of community-based learning experiences. 5. To seek opportunities to invite parents and carers, community figures, business or

5 other organisations into the school to enhance and enrich the school and its value to the wider community. 6. To co-operate and work with relevant agencies to protect children. 7. To ensure that the school promotes effective links with the local and international community and continues the development of close liaison with Springdales, Delhi This job description forms part of the contract of employment of the person appointed to the post. It reflects the position at the present time only and may be reviewed in negotiation with the employee in the future.

6 PRINCIPAL required April 2015 Goldline Education in conjunction with Springdales, Delhi seeks to appoint a Principal for the School to start in the Academic Year This is an exciting professional challenge for an inspirational and aspirational proven school leader to make his/her mark on a quintessentially Indian curriculum school with an innovatively international outlook. About Springdales School Springdales School is one of India s most distinguished private schools. Established in 1955 by veteran British educationist Mrs. Rajni Kumar, the school quickly grew from a small nursery to a full-fledged educational institution and made a distinct mark with its vibrancy and fresh approach. Over the last 60 years, the school has earned the reputation for being a progressive institution that helps students build character through its unique value-based education. It has received national and international recognition for its high-level of academic excellence, innovative educational practices, holistic approach, and emphasis on performing arts, internationalism and humanitarian ethos. Springdales is known for its pioneering role in education in India, and many of the innovative practices implemented by the school have been adopted by schools across India. Recognized for the important and pioneering work being done at the school, Springdales received strong support from national leaders such as Prime Minister Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru and President Dr. Zakir Hussain, and many other eminent leaders of the country. 60 year on Springdales continues to lead from the front and once again crosses into uncharted territory as it opens its 1st school outside of India. Vision, Mission and Motto Our vision is to work for social justice and equality, peace and international understanding, and a sustainable global environment where man and nature can co-exist.our children hold the key to the future.

7 Fostering in them a spirit of love and hope, helping them develop rational thinking and compassionate hearts, encourage them to reach out to those around them with the spirit of service, and instilling in them the feeling of being part of the family of humankind, we shall be educating them the feeling of being a part of global family will enable each Springdalian fulfill our vision. The mission of the school is to impart high-quality education through a holistic, humanistic, and progressive approach that groom s each Springdalian to be humane, rational, creative, adaptive, carrying and thinking beings. The School motto was taken from Upanishads in the year The word on the motto are in Sanskrit Vasudhaiv Kutumbkan. It means The World is a family. The logo has the globe with a rocket across it and olive leaves around it symbolizing the spread of knowledge around the world through the use of Science and Technology and the need to establish a world at peace. Vasudhaiv Kutumbkam form an integral part of Springdalian Education. It symbolizes, the oneness of the Universe where there is Harmony, Tolerance and No discrimination between human kind, the natural world and the animal kingdom. It is the reflection of an ideal of the world which strives for Freedom, Felicity and Unity, a world where ceaseless struggle drives humanity forward to live in a sustainable planet where Equality reigns, where there is Peace and Amity among all people the fruit of our common Endeavour. Springdales School Dubai Springdales School, Dubai opened its doors in April It is a co-educational, Indian curriculum school for students in KG Grade 9 ( ) expanding to Grade in the future. The school currently follows the models and practices of the CBSE curriculum which dovetails the philosophy of the Mother school, Springdales, Delhi. The school is growing at a pace and currently has 926 students on roll with a teaching staff of 80. Teachers are largely drawn from Asia. There is a healthy teacher student ratio with well managed class sizes (max 25).

8 The full spectrum of subjects are offered, supported by state of the art facilities. The school is currently developing a 10 acre site which will further enhance the provision of this flourishing high quality school. Whilst the school is quintessentially Indian, it is innovatively international in its flavour. The school strives to ensure students receive high quality education offering depth and diversity. Students also benefit from a wide range of extracurricular and co-curricular activities and activity days, aimed at cultivating teamwork, self-confidence and an all-round holistic personal development. This is an exciting time to join the school as it enters its third year of operation. This is an ideal opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to make their mark in enhancing and developing a cutting edge Indian curriculum school in Dubai. The School Community Goldline Education, an arm of the Goldline Group manages and runs the day to day aspects of Springdales Dubai while Springdales Delhi are actively involved in ensuring high quality standards of Education are maintained. The core purpose of the Principal is to provide professional leadership and management for the school. This will promote a secure foundation from which to achieve high standards in all areas of the school s work. To gain this success the Principal must establish high quality education by effectively managing teaching and learning and using personalised learning to realise the potential of all pupils. The Principal should establish a culture that promotes excellence, equality and high expectations of all pupils. Springdales Dubai is connected to Springdales Delhi. The Principal must ensure that the values, ethos and philosophy, progressive policies and multifacetted curriculum of Springdales Delhi continue to be reflected in Springdales Dubai duly modified and adapted according to the needs of the UAE environment. The Principal is the leading professional in the school. He/She Principal is accountable to the Joint Board of Governance composed of representatives of both Goldline Group and Springdales Education Society headed by their respective Chairpersons and including Co- Chairperson, CEO, Goldline Education and Director of Springdales Schools. The Principal will assist in developing the annual budget, ensure sound financial controls are in place and additionally ensure there are adequate resources for the school to achieve its mission. The day to day leadership and management of the school lies in the hands of the Principal and his/her Leadership team. The Board, in conjunction with the Principal sets the future direction of the school, initiates and reviews policies, monitors the schools overall performance and ensure compliance with all regulatory, statutory and legislative bodies. It is the task of the Principal, along with the Leadership team, to serve the school s constituents students, staff and parents.

9 The Principal must recognize the value of a proactive and supportive parent body. The Principal is expected to work with the entire community to create and sustain a harmonious environment within the school and to enhance the schools profile to become one of the leading Asian curriculumschools in the region. The Principal is accountable for the proper management of the school, including academic matters and day to day administration. He or She is required to work with teachers and support staff to create a pool of energized and motivated people who are equipped with the necessary skills to meet the learning needs and expectations of all stakeholders. The qualities and experience of the successful candidate Goldline Education wishes to appoint a proven, creative and inspirational leader to continue the progress and achievements of the school since its establishment in Candidates should have successful international school leadership experience as well as the academic qualifications commensurate with such a position. Goldline Education seeks an exceptional communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. The new Principal must be able to enhance the profile of the school by working with local and international agencies. He or She should be the face of the school and ensure that constructive public relations and interpersonal relationships are maintained at all times. An excellent command of the English language is essential. A familiarity and experience with the requirements of such a school serving a largely Asian community in an international school setting is desirable. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of development planning, school inspection frameworks and quality assurance. Specifically, the Principal will need to have: A proven track record of professional achievement and leadership in an international setting Excellent knowledge of what constitutes outstanding learning and teaching A commitment to internationalism Cultural sensitivity Above all, strong leadership qualities needed to take the school forward and become one of the most outstanding and innovative schools in the region. Salary and Benefits package Due to the high profile of the position, the Principal s post attracts a highly competitive package. Actuals will be based on the quality of the successful candidate. The package is likely to include: A competitive salary An initial 3 year contract extended/renewed upon mutual consent

10 End of service gratuity Regular support and CPD A generous housing allowance Annual flights for the Principal and Spouse ( if required) Transportation allowance Tuition for children up to 2 children (up until Grade 9 for this academic year) at Springdales school Medical insurance for Principal and Spouse (if required) Visa and sponsorship for Principal and Spouse (if required) Application Procedures If you feel you have what it takes to support us in our drive to become an outstanding school, we look forward to hearing from you. We urge all candidates to check our website: Candidates are also welcome to come to the school for an initial tour. Appoints should be made at: careers@springdalesdubai.com Suitably qualified candidates should apply in writing to: careers@springdalesdubai.com Deadline for applications 1 st February Please ensure you address the subject header of your or envelope (by hand) as: PRINCIPAL RECRUITMENT The following should be included in the application pack: 1. A letter of application ( no more than 2 sides of A4) briefly outlining the specific skills, qualities and experience you have that make you an ideal candidate for the post 2. A CV with a recent photo 3. Copies of letters of recommendation or at least 3 names of professional referees 4. A statement of your educational philosophy ( no more than 1 side of A4) If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school: First round of interviews are likely to take place in early February, with the final round of interviews taking place in Dubai in the second week of February. However, Goldline Education reserves the option to invite selected candidates to interviews in advance of this schedule. We look forward to hearing from you. Goldline Education