Head of Inclusion

Key Responsibilities:

Inclusion Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and lead the school’sInclusion and SEN strategyin line with KHDA and GEMS policies.
• Drive a culture ofinclusive education, ensuring that students withspecial educational needs, disabilities (SEND), EAL needs, and high potential (G&T) learnersare fully supported.
• Provide strategic guidance to theSEN team, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), EAL teachers, and classroom teachers.
• Develop, review, and implementIndividual Education Plans (IEPs), intervention strategies, and progress tracking.

Student Support & Intervention:

• Identify and assess students with SEND, EAL, or additional learning needs, ensuring early intervention and ongoing support.
• Work closely with teachers todifferentiate instructionand provide tailored learning plans for students.
• Overseeexam access arrangements, accommodations, and curriculum modificationsfor students who require additional support.
• Monitor student progress throughregular assessments, parent meetings, and intervention programs.

Collaboration & Professional Development:

• Train and mentor teachers indifferentiated instruction, inclusive classroom strategies, and behavior management.
• ConductCPD workshopsto enhance teachers’ understanding of SEND, EAL, and inclusion best practices.
• Work closely withparents, external specialists, and the school leadership teamto ensure a cohesive support system for students.
• Liaise withKHDA and regulatory authoritiesto ensure compliance with inclusion standards and policies.

Policy & Compliance:

• Ensure thatInclusion policies and proceduresalign with theDubai Inclusive Education Framework.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance withKHDA reporting and inspection requirements.
• Support the school’sAdmissions teamin assessing new students for learning support needs and guiding families on available resources.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology, Educational Leadership, or a related field(Master’s Degree preferred).
2. Recognized qualification in SEN/Inclusion/SEND coordination(e.g., NASENCO, SENCO qualification, PGCE with SEN specialization).
3. Minimum 5 years of experience in Inclusion, SEND, or Learning Support leadership(preferably within a British curriculum or international school setting).
4. Strong knowledge ofKHDA guidelines, SEND Code of Practice, and Dubai Inclusive Education Framework.
5. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, parents, and staff.