Job Description

About Us

Al Madinah Secondary is a dynamic and innovative online school committed to delivering high-quality, student centred education through cutting edge digital platforms. We serve a diverse and global student body, offering flexible and inclusive learning pathways in a virtual environment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Deputy Head Teacher to support the Head Teacher in leading the academic, operational, and pastoral functions of our online school. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking educator with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of virtual pedagogy, and a passion for nurturing both staff and students in a digital learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

? Support the Head Teacher in the strategic and day-to-day management of the school.
? Lead on academic quality assurance, curriculum development, and staff professional development.
? Contribute to the formulation and implementation of school policies and improvement plans.

Teaching & Learning

? Oversee teaching standards, virtual classroom engagement, and digital learning best practices.
? Support teachers in designing inclusive, interactive, and differentiated online lessons.
? Monitor and evaluate student progress and outcomes, ensuring timely interventions where needed.

Pastoral & Safeguarding

? Promote student wellbeing and a safe online learning environment, upholding safeguarding standards.
? Support the delivery of pastoral care, mentoring programs, and online behaviour policies.

Operations & Administration

? Contribute to the coordination of virtual timetabling, attendance tracking, and exam administration.
? Assist with parent communications, school reporting, and compliance with relevant regulations.

Team Development

? Mentor and coach teaching and support staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
? Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes.

Qualifications & Experience

? Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
? Proven experience in a senior leadership role (e.g. Assistant/Deputy Head) ideally within an online setting.
? Deep understanding of online education technologies and pedagogy.
? Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
? Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams in a remote setting.

Desirable Attributes

? Experience working with international students and multicultural teams.
? Familiarity with online learning platforms such as Google Workspace for Education, Microsoft Teams, Canvas, or similar.
? Postgraduate qualifications in Education Leadership or related fields.

What We Offer

? A collaborative and progressive online school culture.

? Opportunities for professional development and innovation.

? Flexible remote working environment.

? Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [Insert application email or link].

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote

Expected start date: 01/09/2025