Job Description

LEAMS Education comprising of British curriculum & CBSE schools in Dubai is driven by our unifying philosophy. We are ambitious of our employees career and development opportunities that come with being part of our L&D goals. We unite our team through vibrant CPD's which harnesses the collective expertise of their peers in an exchange of knowledge, ideas and best practice. Long term employment with Tax free salary, medical insurance, free children tuition fees in group affiliated schools and other benefits as per UAE labor law are part of the attractive job offer.

We are currently recruiting a well-qualified Head of Inclusion to join our reputed School in Dubai. The ideal candidate must be well experienced, who has a thorough understanding of the KHDA Inclusion framework and having associated in a similar capacity with schools of repute in UAE.

Prime Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the strategic development of special education needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school, to support individual student needs.

• Lead the inclusion team- manage learning support teachers, LSA's and support staff to improve pupil progress and attainment.
• Experience of using a variety of assessment tools to identify students' needs
• Work with admissions team and phase Heads, to ensure all prospective students are accurately assessed prior to enrollment.
• Monitor and assess SEN students & Gift and talented students progress and attainment, including observations in the classroom and meeting with teachers and parents.
• Work with classroom teachers, the school leadership team, parents and relevant external agencies to develop, implement and monitor IEP's.
• Provide regular updates on pupil progress through written reports and meetings with parents.
• Make referrals and liaise with professionals - this could include psychologists, health and social care providers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists.
• Provide advice, guidance and training to classroom teachers on supporting pupils with SEN.
• Support teachers to develop modified lesson plans, schemes of work and learning programmes for pupils with SEN.
• Support teachers to develop and implement effective teaching and behaviour management approaches in the classroom.
• Manage and advise on the resources for SEN provision.
• Leading CPD, briefings, projects and activities.
• Develop and maintain systems for keeping pupil records, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Manage the inclusion register and associated documents to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Oversee the teaching and support of our SEND and G&T students across the school.
• Liaise with all stakeholders including, parents, external therapists and external providers. Analyse school, local and national data and develop appropriate strategies and interventions.
• Keep up to date with national and local policies related to SEN and cascade information to colleagues.

Qualifications & experience:

• A Bachelor or masters Degree in Special Education.
• A certified teaching qualification such as B.Ed.
• KHDA approval as SENCO will be preferred.
• At least 2 years' UAE Experience leading a successful SEN team.

Passionate candidates please apply with your detailed resume and availability to join.