Vice Principal

Purpose of the Role:Reporting to the school's Principal, the Deputy Principal
Operations' key responsibilities will be to ensure that the vision, values and
objectives of the school are implemented and that the school maintains an
excellent reputation for providing a first-class, all-round education in Oman.The Deputy Principal Operations will support the Principal
in the day-to-day leadership and management of the school with a particular
focus on operations and the supervision of the school's Arabic, Islamic and
Social Studies Department.The post holder will also be responsible for managing and
coordinating all activities related to the Ministry of Education. These
activities will include, but are not limited to, school visits, pupil
registrations and MOE portals, inspection and review, and compliance.The Deputy Principal Operations will have an important role
in the day-to-day management of the school as well as its promotion in the
wider local, national and international communities and for achieving
appropriate external accreditation and inspection outcomes.Notes: It is noted that the
role of the Deputy Principal Operations is new to School in Muscat alongside
the school itself; this role will therefore develop over time. It is likely
that the specifics will change depending on the strengths of the successful
candidate. The successful candidate should therefore expect to carry out other
duties as requested by the Principal.The school's Finance Manager,
Head of HR and Head of Admissions and Marketing report directly to the Principal.ResponsibilitiesSupport the ethos and defining characteristics
of the school.Ensuring the calm and organised day-to-day
running of the school. Be an
effective, loyal, active and mutually supportive member of the school's senior
leadership team.Create high morale and team spirit, always
leading by example.Maintain excellent communication with
colleagues, parents and within the school.Be a visible presence around the school,
including at the start and end of the school day.Actively promote school policies and
procedures.Be an example of excellence as a senior
leader, inspiring and motivating other staff.Participate in, and contribute to, any
internal discussion, consideration and implementation of school strategy or
policy.Promote a calm, orderly and safe learning
environment.Adhere to the school's Safeguarding Policy.Teach and support all activities of the
school.Undertake other duties as reasonably requested
by the Principal.Ensuring the existence of contingency planning
for any changes to the usual programme of events and that this is properly
implemented whenever necessary.Participating in and contributing to any
internal discussion, consideration and implementation of school strategy or
policy.Planning the yearly School calendar with the
Principal and the SLT.  Involvement in
the staff appraisal and performance management procedures undertaken at the
school.Involvement in the onboarding and induction of
all staff.To support the Deputy Principal — Academic
with assemblies and evening events. Planning and oversight of major school events
(with the other Deputies and Heads of Sections, e.g. Head of Pre Prep, Heads of
Departments).RequirementsQualificationsA good bachelor's degree
in education. (Essential)Evidence of post-graduate
study i.e. Masters, Ph.D. (Desirable)Minimum 4 years teaching
experience. (Essential)ExperienceExperience of working in
an education environment in Oman.An outstanding and proven
track record of successful leadership at a senior level.A strong academic
background, stature and experience that will command the respect of pupils,
parents, colleagues and the wider community. Experience of leading change and/or innovation
that has resulted in improved pupil outcomes.Successful teaching
experience that illustrates a commitment to academic progress and the welfare
and safeguarding of pupils.  Experience
of the assessment, appraisal, guidance, support and professional development of
staff.  Experience of curriculum development.Knowledge and understanding of recent
educational developments and best practice.Experience of leading and
managing staff and successfully building broader stakeholder relationships.Demonstrable experience of
seeing a project through from start to finish. Experience of growing pupil
enrolments. Experience in teaching pupils for whom English
is an additional language.An understanding of
external school inspection and/or accreditation processes.Personal QualitiesBi-lingual Arabic and
English. Strong leadership skills
and proven ability to motivate and inspire others to reach organisational
goals.A charismatic, visible
leader with the gravitas to cultivate strong relationships to support the
development and growth of the school.