Head of Computing/ICT

About Al Salam Community School Al Salam Community School was established by Sue Johnston, a highly regarded figure in the UAE education landscape and the school's CEO, who has dedicated over 35 years to serving the Al Salam community in various senior roles. Sue’s educational philosophy emphasizes core values such as inclusivity, high aspirations for every child, and the overall development of all learners. Our motto, ‘Every child is special,’ resonates throughout every facet of life at Al Salam Community School. To learn more about Sue Johnston’s legacy, click here. What Sets Us Apart? At Al Salam Community School, we celebrate diversity while fostering a shared sense of purpose grounded in tolerance and inclusion. We take pride in embodying community values that align with Dubai’s vision, reflected in all aspects of our learning environment. As an independent school, we stand out as one of the few remaining family-owned institutions in Dubai. Our student body is characterized by a rich tapestry of ethnicities, nationalities, academic abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage high aspirations in all our learners, nurturing their curiosity and stimulating their imagination. Our newly designed facilities and learning spaces support a robust extra-curricular program centered on character development. Hence, we are dedicated to delivering top-quality education and attracting a largely untapped pool of highly qualified teachers and successful leaders. As members of the Al Salam Team, we uphold the following values: Prioritize our Children - A reminder of our core mission; we hold a sacred and moral responsibility. Make Al Salam Home - Focuses on strengthening and enhancing the foundations of Al Salam's success. Every Day is a School Day - Keeps us committed to our goals as learners and facilitators of learning. As educators, we aspire to develop the following types of learners: Learners with Aspiration - Inspired individuals who dream of making a significant impact and wish to foster positive change in the world and among those around them. Learners with Agency - Students who recognize their ability and responsibility to excel in life, intending to contribute meaningfully to the present and future. Learners with Agility - Individuals who are determined, prepared, and capable of pursuing their goals while overcoming challenges and adversity. Learners with Altitude - Committed to lifelong personal growth and dedicated to uplifting others. Our Curriculum: Our curriculum is founded on the National Curriculum for England, enriched by contemporary global themes and the unique context of the UAE, catering specifically to the diverse interests of our international student body. ASCS is fully technology-enabled, recognized as a Google certified school, ensuring that both teachers and students have access to Chromebooks. Our staff and students are adept in using technology for classroom and home learning. While subjects are taught separately, our Secondary education employs a Design Thinking approach, aimed at engaging learners in problem-solving, critical thinking, and making connections across disciplines, thus preparing them for their educational journey ahead. Our Staff: We seek inspirational educators who can deliver exceptional teaching and learning experiences, laying a strong foundation for students to become positive, contributing members of society. What Are We Looking For? We are in search of a Whole School Head of ICT/Computing to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage the implementation, development, and oversight of the ICT and Computing curriculum across both primary and secondary levels. This role requires collaboration with teachers, leaders, and stakeholders to ensure effective technology integration into teaching and learning activities.