Head of MOE Subject

Required Skills

Candidates must possess a minimum bachelor's degree and KHDA approval to teach MOE subjects in the UAE. Fluency in both Arabic and English is required, along with excellent organizational, leadership, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills. Knowledge of the MOE curriculum, regulatory frameworks, and specific subject curricula (Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies, MSC) is essential, as is familiarity with the British curriculum context. Significant teaching experience in MOE subjects and leadership experience within an Arabic and/or Islamic department are also required.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Dubai, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Education & Teaching Company Industry Education & Training Horizon English School Town Square is currently recruiting a Head of MOE Subjects for an April 2027 start. The Head of MOE Subjects is responsible for the strategic development and delivery of Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and MSC across the school. At Horizon, everyone counts, everyone contributes, and everyone succeeds. This role is a key part of the executive leadership team in our pursuit of a flourishing school, ensuring that MOE subjects are delivered to a high standard while contributing meaningfully to the school’s identity, culture and community. The role also provides cultural insight and leadership, ensuring that local context, the Arabic language and UAE values are reflected in whole school decision making. About Horizon Town Square: Opening in September 2027, Horizon English School Town Square will bring over 35 years of educational excellence from our outstanding Jumeirah campus to the heart of Town Square Dubai. An all-through British curriculum school for ages 3-18, the new campus will launch with FS1 to Year 8, growing year by year to Year 13. The school will combine academic excellence, wellbeing and community spirit in a purpose-built, state of the art environment. As part of the Cognita global family, students will benefit from world-class opportunities in academics, sports, and the arts through Enrich ME, helping every child feel they belong, achieve, and thrive. Role & Responsibilities: Transformational education Design and lead a coherent MOE curriculum across phases, aligned with regulatory requirements and Horizon’s educational principles Ensure high quality teaching, learning and assessment in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and MSC Monitor student progress and use data to inform improvement and intervention Ensure curriculum provision meets Ministry requirements while maintaining high expectations for all learners Empowered people and leadership Lead, line manage and develop leaders and teachers across MOE subjects Build a high performing, collaborative and culturally responsive team Coach and support teachers to develop strong subject knowledge and pedagogy Contribute to leadership across the wider school and Cognita network Establish effective systems for the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of MOE subjects Ensure compliance with all regulatory and inspection requirements Oversee assessment processes, reporting and record keeping Contribute to staffing, timetabling and resource planning for MOE subjects Extending impact Provide cultural insight to the Executive Leadership Team to inform whole school decisions Promote the importance of Arabic language and Islamic values within the school community Build strong relationships with parents, the wider community and regulatory bodies Contribute to Horizon’s reputation as a school that values both international excellence and local identity General Responsibilities Model the Horizon values in all language and interactions Commitment to staff and student wellbeing, parent education and supporting the development of a strong culture of community Comply with and demonstrate an active commitment to safeguarding policies, procedures and code of conduct Follow all school policies, procedures and handbooks Take a proactive and professional approach to school life and professional development Respect and maintain all aspects of professional confidentiality Undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested Skills & Competencies: Minimum bachelor's degree KHDA approval to teach MOE subjects in the UAE Fluency in Arabic and English Excellent organisational and leadership skills Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills with a pleasant and confident manner Knowledge of MOE curriculum and regulatory frameworks Knowledge of Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and MSC curriculum and assessment British curriculum context Significant teaching experience in MOE subjects Leadership experience within Arabic and/or Islamic department Applications can be submitted via the TES online application form. Only fully completed applications will be processed. To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we encourage candidates to apply early in the process. Thank you for your interest in Horizon Town Square School. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Horizon Town Square School and Cognita are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect the same from their employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 10 years. Apply Now