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Role Overview
Head of MOE Curriculum at International Schools Partnership, Dubai, UAE. Reports to the Principal within the Academic Department.
Role Purpose
The Head of MOE Curriculum is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategic oversight, implementation, and continuous improvement of the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum across the school. This role ensures high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment aligned with MoE standards, KHDA regulations, and the school's School Improvement Plan. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of MOE Curriculum drives curriculum development, professional development, and monitoring of student progress, ensuring all students receive a comprehensive, culturally responsive, and inclusive education.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Management
- Lead the planning, development, and delivery of the MOE curriculum across all year groups.
- Ensure compliance with UAE MoE curriculum requirements, embedding UAE heritage, culture, and values in all lessons.
- Monitor teaching quality and learning outcomes, using data to inform interventions and school improvement strategies.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and heads of department to integrate MOE curriculum goals with the British or international curriculum where applicable.
- Lead, mentor, and support teachers in delivering high-quality MOE curriculum lessons, ensuring effective differentiation for Students of Determination and ELL learners.
Curriculum Development and Teaching Excellence
- Ensure curriculum sequencing, progression, and assessment practices meet MoE and KHDA standards.
- Develop teaching resources, schemes of work, and assessment frameworks aligned with MOE guidelines.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning across subjects under the MOE curriculum.
- Provide guidance and training for staff to implement innovative, inclusive, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Assessment, Monitoring, and Reporting
- Oversee student progress, attainment, and assessment data for all MOE curriculum subjects.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to SLT, governors, and parents in line with KHDA SEF and SIP priorities.
- Contribute to SEF evaluation and SIP targets with measurable outcomes related to MOE curriculum implementation.
Pastoral and Inclusion Leadership
- Ensure all students, including Students of Determination and ELL learners, have equitable access to the MOE curriculum.
- Support teachers in implementing differentiation, interventions, and inclusive practices.
- Promote the development of social-emotional skills, personal development, and wellbeing through curriculum delivery.
Collaboration and Community Engagement
- Work closely with teachers, middle leaders, parents, and external agencies to ensure effective MOE curriculum delivery.
- Lead professional development programs for staff on MOE curriculum requirements and best practice.
- Represent the MOE curriculum within SLT meetings, inspections, and community initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Qualified teacher with experience delivering and leading the UAE MoE curriculum.
- Minimum 5–7 years teaching experience, with at least 2–3 years in curriculum leadership or senior leadership.
- Strong knowledge of assessment, differentiation, inclusion, and curriculum mapping.
- Proven experience in strategic planning, staff mentoring, and curriculum development.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Experience in UAE or international schools.
- Familiarity with KHDA inspections, SEF, and SIP.
Skills & Competencies
- Visionary, strategic, and collaborative senior leader.
- Empathetic, culturally aware, and approachable.
- Innovative, proactive, and solution-focused.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Committed to excellence in teaching, learning, inclusion, and UAE curriculum compliance.
- Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Additional Information
Standards Alignment
- Set and maintain high expectations for staff and students in line with UK Teachers' Standards (Leadership Focus).
- Ensure effective teaching, learning, and assessment across the MOE curriculum.
- Lead and mentor staff to improve curriculum delivery and student outcomes.
- Monitor student achievement and progress; ensure high-quality, inclusive pedagogy aligned with KHDA SEF and Education Inspection Framework.
- Develop confident, independent learners with strong personal development, behaviour, and wellbeing.
- Ensure differentiated support for Students of Determination.
- Contribute to SEF and SIP targets demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and professional responsibilities.
Company Values and Commitment
International Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must share this commitment. Post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including online due diligence search, references, and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.
ISP is committed to strengthening inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share the vision and principles of ISP are strongly encouraged to apply.