Assistant Principal - Pastoral - Cranleigh Abu Dhabi (August 2026)

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Aldar Education, is seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Principal – Pastoral to join our Senior Leadership Team from August 2026.

This is a key strategic leadership role, responsible for leading safeguarding, pastoral care and student wellbeing across the whole school. We are seeking an outstanding, values-driven leader who can champion a culture of care, guidance and support, ensuring every pupil thrives both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership experience, deep expertise in safeguarding and pastoral systems, and the ability to lead with clarity, compassion and impact within a dynamic and ambitious school environment.

The closing date for applications is 1st April 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the School reserves the right to appoint earlier should an exceptional candidate be identified. to support the delivery of high-quality facilities, operations, and support services across the school.

Located on Saadiyat Island, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is a leading British international school delivering an outstanding education inspired by the heritage and ethos of Cranleigh School in the UK. As part of Aldar Education, the school operates within a values-led, high-performance environment, delivering excellence across education, operations, and community life.