Head of Inclusive Education & Student Support

Aldar Education LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education are seeking a Head of Inclusion for Al Shohub Private School in Abu Dhabi, starting January 2027. The role leads inclusion initiatives, supports SEN strategies, liaises with external professionals, and manages the Inclusion team to deliver differentiated learning.

The successful candidate will oversee IEPs, coordinate care plans, and collaborate closely with staff, parents, and the wider school community to ensure an inclusive, high-quality educational experience.

Qualifications

• BA in Special Education or Education or Psychology with PGCE or equivalent Teaching Qualifications and Certifications.
• Minimum experience leading SEN/learning support in a school.
• Experience collaborating with external agencies and parents.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and promote inclusion across the school at all levels.
• Be an exemplary classroom teacher, supporting and guiding staff on SEN and inclusion.
• Liaise with colleagues from other schools, outside agencies and other professionals.
• Line manage staff to support children with special needs.
• Maintain records, IEPs and coordinate care plans.
• Review assessment data and identify priorities for intervention.
• Plan and deliver programmes to support individual needs.
• Provide training for staff and families.
• Induct and train the Inclusion team and assistants.
• Undertake co-teaching to support delivery of differentiated lessons.

Skills

SEN experience

Inclusion leadership

Collaboration

Curriculum differentiation

Classroom teaching

Education

BA in Special Education or Education or Psychology with PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Aldar Education are seeking a Head of Inclusion for Al Shohub Private School in Abu Dhabi, starting January 2027. The role leads inclusion initiatives, supports SEN strategies, liaises with external professionals, and manages the Inclusion team to deliver differentiated learning.

The successful candidate will oversee IEPs, coordinate care plans, and collaborate closely with staff, parents, and the wider school community to ensure an inclusive, high-quality educational experience.