Head Of Inclusion

Gamma Holdings.; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Dubai is seeking a skilled professional to oversee the strategic development of special education provision. The role includes leading an inclusion team and working closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support students with special needs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and significant experience in leading inclusion efforts within the UAE. The position offers a competitive, tax-free salary alongside benefits in accordance with UAE labor laws.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Free tuition for children

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in leading a successful Inclusion team in the UAE.
• Experience with DSIB inspections.
• Passionate about supporting students with special education needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee strategic development in special education needs.
• Lead the inclusion team and manage learning support teachers.
• Work with external professionals to ensure student needs are met.
• Monitor and assess the progress of SEN students.
• Provide updates through reports and meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Assessment tools

Communication

Curriculum development

Collaboration with external agencies

Education

Bachelor or Master's Degree in Special Education

Certified teaching qualification

Job description

LEAMS Education encompassing British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai is guided by our cohesive philosophy. We are committed to fostering the career growth and development of our employees aligning with our Learning and Development objectives. Our team is brought together through dynamic Continuous Professional Development programs facilitating the sharing of knowledge ideas and best practices among peers. We offer enticing job opportunities including longterm employment with taxfree salary medical insurance free tuition fees for children in affiliated group schools and other benefits in accordance with UAE labor laws.

Prime Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the strategic development of special education needs policy and provision in the school to support individual student needs.
• Lead the inclusion team, manage learning support teachers, LSAs 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 IEPs.
• 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 .
• At least 2 years of experience leading a successful Inclusion team in the UAE and having led DSIB inspections.
• Passionate candidates please apply with your detailed resume and availability to join.

Required Experience

• Director