Job Description

Aldar education is currently seeking outstanding Head of Inclusion for Abdulla Bin Otaiba School in Abu Dhabi for January 2026 start.


Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School is an American Curriculum school, mixed gender primary school located in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create "A sustainable and innovative learning community where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity". This vision is supported by the Abdullah bin Otaiba learners and teacher DNA, which is at the heart of school community.


This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi' leading school group


The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Special Education with Equivalent teaching qualification. Any SEN Qualification (Master's level or external certification on an aspect of SEN with Equivalent teaching qualification. )

Minimum Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in the field of SEN Previous experience in leading SEN / Learning Support in a primary/secondary school

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

Evidence of implementing strategic initiatives and impact within a school. Demonstrated expertise in leading a special education or inclusion team. Experience in maintaining accurate and meaningful SEN registers and developing high quality IEPs and intervention plans. Capacity to identify a range of need types and/or development delays Experience in administering standardized assessments to inform provision Delivered a range of specific intervention programs and be confident in the measures needed to prove effectiveness. Proven capacity to utilize data to monitor and track SoD progress and attainment.

Main Duties

Encourage and promote inclusion across the school at all levels Be an exemplary classroom teacher, supporting and guiding staff on SEN and inclusion to promote high standards of educational achievement Liaise closely with colleagues from other schools, outside agencies and other professionals Line manage staff employed to support children with special needs Maintain accurate records, IEPs and coordinate care plans Review whole school assessment data and conduct assessment to identify priority areas and/or pupils for targeted intervention Plan and deliver a range of programs of work to support individual needs Provide training within and beyond our school to colleagues and families Provide full induction and training for the school Inclusion team and Inclusion assistants. Undertake co teaching to support class/subject teacher with the delivery of differentiated lessons Contribute to school pastoral committee Participate in the admissions, evaluations, assessments and subsequent transitions of SoD. Support the aims of the school; comply with the requirements of health and safety, other relevant legislation and school policies. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance Undertake other duties from time to time as the Principal /Head of Inclusion requires

Specific Duties

Lead and manage a team Identify, develop and deliver interventions for individuals based on identified needs Provide individual or group instruction where appropriate Deliver training for colleagues and families Liaise with external specialists to inform school-based provision Monitoring work assigned by teacher - checking and correcting individuals work while in progress Prepare documentation for submission to ADEK or other educational bodies Complete assessments and applications for access arrangements Maintain SEN registers and rigorous data of progress, attainment and provisions * Participate in the development of behavior policy/promoting pupils' self-esteem and manage student behavior in line with the whole school policy.