Head of Computing/ICT

About Al Salam Community School Al Salam Community School, established by Sue Johnston—one of the most esteemed figures in the UAE education landscape and the school's CEO—has been dedicated to serving the Al Salam community for over 35 years in various senior positions. Sue’s educational philosophy is grounded in intrinsic values of inclusivity, high aspirations for every child, and the comprehensive development of all learners. Our motto, ‘Every child is special,’ is a belief that resonates throughout all aspects of life at Al Salam Community School. To learn more about Sue Johnston’s legacy, apply via the WhatSchool platform. What Makes Us Unique? At Al Salam Community School, we celebrate diversity, with tolerance and inclusion forming the foundation of our shared mission. We take pride in embodying values that align with Dubai’s vision, reflected in every facet of our learning environment. Being an independent school—one of the few remaining family-owned institutions in Dubai—sets us apart. Our student body is unique, comprising a wide array of ethnicities, nationalities, academic abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage high aspirations among all learners, nurturing their curiosity and cultivating their imagination. Our newly designed facilities support a comprehensive extracurricular program focused on character development. We are committed to delivering top-quality education by attracting a largely untapped pool of highly qualified teachers and effective leaders. As part of the Al Salam Team, we uphold the following values: Prioritize our Children - A reminder of our core mission, as it is our sacred and moral duty Make Al Salam Home - Ensures we build upon the success of Al Salam Every Day is a School Day - Keeps us focused on our ambitions as learners and facilitators of learning As educators, we aim to nurture learners who are: Aspiration - Motivated individuals who aspire to achieve great things and bring about positive change in the world around them. Agency - Those who believe in their ability and responsibility to excel in the world, taking actions that significantly impact the present and future. Agility - Determined individuals equipped to pursue their goals and overcome obstacles. Altitude - Committed to a lifelong journey of personal growth and dedicated to uplifting others. Our Curriculum: Our curriculum is grounded in the National Curriculum for England but incorporates relevant global topics and the unique context of the UAE, catering to the interests of our diverse international student community. ASCS is fully technology-enabled and recognized as a Google certified school, ensuring that both teachers and students have access to Chromebooks. Our staff and students are adept in utilizing technology for classroom and home learning. While subjects are taught separately, our Secondary education employs a Design Thinking approach to learning, engaging students in problem-solving, critical thinking, and making interdisciplinary connections, thus preparing them for future educational endeavors. Our Staff: We seek inspiring teachers who can deliver exceptional standards of teaching and learning, equipping our students with a solid foundation for life, enabling them to become positive contributors to society. What are we looking for? We are in search of a Whole School Head of ICT/Computing to join our team. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, development, and management of the ICT and Computing curriculum across both primary and secondary levels. This role requires collaboration with teachers, leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure effective integration of technology in teaching and learning practices. Holds an undergraduate degree or major in Computer Science/Information