JOB OVERVIEW

Brighton College UK, is a leading Independent-style British International School located in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2011 at a prime location on Abu Dhabi Island on a purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus, the College is heavily over-subscribed and was rated outstanding in all six categories at the most recent ADEK inspection.
We are seeking to employ a Deputy Head (Academic) for the Prep School to commence working in August 2025. The successful candidate will have a proven record of delivering lessons that inspire children to succeed in order to achieve their aspirations. You must also be a self-motivated learner and possess enthusiasm and energy to deliver lessons that engage, enthuse and motivate our learners. In doing so, you will be supported by a highly effective team of senior and middle leaders and a staff, pupil and parent body committed to the achievement of excellence.
Our positioning as a leading school in the region and our GCSE results are a testament to the dedication, high standards and hard work of our staff. Teachers are supported and nurtured with CPD opportunities, identified through a combination of personal goals and the school’s development targets. Packages are amongst the best globally with an excellent salary and a strong benefits package.
The role is a challenging and busy one, which requires collaboration with colleagues and parents, an advanced understanding of best educational practice and a willingness to be flexible. The successful candidate will be part of a year group team and will have a professional and inclusive outlook on team work. It is a vibrant, busy and fulfilling place to work, but one where every teacher is expected to ‘give their all’.
This is a demanding and varied position where you need to have a genuine passion of educating children. We are looking for a strong desire and commitment to ignite our pupil’s curiosity in developing their knowledge, skills, understanding through leading teaching practices and methods.
Brighton College, Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and other agencies.
NOTE: We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.

BRIGHTON COLLEGE, ABU DHABI

Bloom Gardens, Khalifa Park
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
+971 815 6500
Named amongst the top 15 private schools in the Middle East by Spear’s Schools Index and part of the renowned Brighton College Family of Schools and sister to England’s ‘School of the Decade’ (The Sunday Times), Brighton College Abu Dhabi offers pupils a vibrant and challenging learning environment and a distinctive British Independent school ethos which reflects the values and dynamic culture of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates. Brighton College Abu Dhabi was awarded the highest grade of “Outstanding” in its British School Oversees (BSO) inspection in 2023. Please
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The College is open for pupils from Nursery to Year 13. Located in Bloom Gardens in a purpose-built campus, Brighton College Abu Dhabi boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is committed to becoming the leading British curriculum school in the Middle East.
Brighton College Abu Dhabi is known for upholding a record of academic results, accomplished by a strong dedication to recognising and nurturing the unique talents and passions for every child. The College is consistently one of the top performing schools in Abu Dhabi for A-level and GCSE results, which ensures that its alumni go on to study at leading universities around the world.
We are currently seeking to appoint experienced, well-qualified, and inspirational teachers to join us. Staff will be given many opportunities to contribute to the life of the school, both in and out of the classroom. It is expected that all colleagues will support one another as part of an exceptional and hardworking team, with the united goal of ensuring that every child reaches their potential both academically and socially, by pushing boundaries and broadening horizons. Our position as a member of the Brighton College family of schools will create opportunities for teachers for ongoing professional development and career progression.

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