PERSON SPECIFICATION PRINCIPAL

Essential Qualifications Skills and abilities Personal Relevant degree from a renowned university Recent accredited professional development relevant to the post. Commitment to personal development Successful experience at Principal level Implementing and monitoring innovative and effective initiatives to maximise and evaluate students progress Proven track record of successful management of learning Successful track record of driving and delivering transformational change Strong performance management ethos Significant understanding of relevant legislation and innovation underpinning educational effectiveness Knowledgeable and passionate about quality educational provision Effective performance management strategies Understanding of curriculum and assessment Effective safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills across a range of stakeholders Proven ability to motivate individuals and teams to achieve high performance Think and plan strategically as well as operationally Create, build and retain effective staffing structures Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills Excellent presentation skills Able to lead strategies to secure good student progress and raise standards Flexibility, adaptability and emotional intelligence within differing situations Tenacity and objectivity under complex conditions Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students Commitment to the wellbeing of others A DBS check (or equivalent) from last country of residence Valid passport for 6 months or longer Be under 64 years old at time of application Respect for local traditions and customs An enthusiastic and effective team leader

Desirable Honours degree Masters degree Doctoral degree Headship qualification (NPQH or equivalent) Published material Significant experience of education in an international environment

Professional Development Experience

Knowledge

Understanding of local education provision Working understanding of leading business/education partnerships

Bilingual (English/Arabic) Strong business acumen and experience of developing successful business relationships

Tactful and diplomatic Sense of humour Non-smoker Adaptable to a variety of conditions