Head of Arabic & Islamic Studies

Head of Arabic & Islamic Studies Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Head of Arabic & Islamic Studies Studieswill provide academic and administrative leadership for Arabic Language Islamic Studies and Qatar History across the school ensuring the department meets the highest standards of teaching and learning fully complies with all Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) requirements in Qatar and effectively delivers IGCSE and ALevel programmes. This role requires strong collaboration with MOEHE a deep understanding of local educational regulations and the ability to balance curriculum compliance with international academic excellence.

ISP Principles

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Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another embrace similarities and differences and promote the wellbeing of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Head of Department Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Leadership

• Design and implement the Arabic Islamic and Qatar History curriculum aligned with both MOEHE standards and British international examination boards (Edexcel).
• Ensure MOEHE inspections licensing and documentation requirements are fully met and maintained.
• Oversee and lead the delivery at of all keystages including IGCSE and ALevel.
• Maintain updated curriculum documentation schemes of work and student data to meet both internal and ministry requirements.
• Supervise assessment creation data analysis and progress tracking.
• Promote Arabic language and culture across the school community.

2. Ministry Compliance

• Serve as the main liaison with the Ministry of Education for Arabic Islamic and Qatar History subject requirements.
• Prepare and submit necessary documentation lesson plans and assessment data as requested by the ministry.
• Lead the Arabic department through ministry reviews audits and curriculum alignment.

3. Teaching and Learning

• Model exemplary teaching practice across KS3 KS4 and KS5.
• Provide coaching and training for MOE subject teachers in modern methodologies aligned with both MOEHE and international exam standards.
• Monitor lesson quality student engagement and academic outcomes across the department.
• Promote inclusive practices that address the needs of students of all levels including heritage and nonnative speakers.

4. Staff Leadership and Development

• Lead mentor and evaluate MOE subject teaching staff.
• Conduct performance appraisals and learning walks.
• Support CPD aligned with curriculum changes language teaching pedagogy and ministry regulations.
• Foster a culture of excellence collaboration and professional growth.

5. Administration and Compliance

• Ensure departmental operations meet safeguarding and health & safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the schools SLT on staffing budgets and schoolwide strategic planning.
• Manage departmental resources efficiently.

Profile

• Bachelors degree in Arabic Language Arabic Literature or a related field (required).
• MOEHE teaching license or eligibility to apply.
• Additional qualifications in educational leadership (desirable).

• Fluency in English is mandatory

• Child safeguarding trained
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school
• Must hold a current Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure or equivalent for countries lived in outside of the UK

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Indepth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (National Curriculum Secondary) and associated assessment methods
• Up to date curriculum developments
• Application of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies)
• Proven leadership and management skills
• A leader of teaching and learning
• Experienced curriculum and team leader
• Minimum 3 years of teaching Arabic at secondary level including IGCSE and ALevel.
• Experience working with the Qatari Ministry of Education or similar regulatory body (preferred).
• Proven track record in curriculum design and leadership.

Skills

• The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team
• An effective and experienced communicator (written and verbal) to a variety of audiences
• High level of IT competency
• Deep understanding of Arabic language pedagogy national education frameworks and British international examination systems.
• Bilingual in Arabic and English.
• Effective communicator leader and mentor.
• Strong organizational and data analysis skills.
• Ability to inspire both staff and students.
• Committed to safeguarding and continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about delivering quality education
• Critical thinker
• Able to command respect of students colleagues and parents
• Organised with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school
• Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and rolemodel the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player developing positive supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
2. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning development and growth.
3. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
4. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
5. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
6. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
7. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision Purpose and Principles.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online due diligence search references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying hiring developing and retaining highperforming teammates regardless of gender age disability status neurodivergence socioeconomic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.