Inclusion Assistant - SEN Student Support

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is hiring an Inclusion Assistant - SEN Student Support for Al Rayana Charter School in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The role focuses on providing direct educational support to students with special needs, enabling access to the curriculum and participation in daily school life.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma-level SEN qualification and at least 2 years of school-based experience, with comfort in implementing IEPs and collaborating with teachers, therapists and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Diploma-level SEN qualification required with at least 2 years supporting students with SEN.
• Experience following IEP targets and differentiating instruction is essential.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, therapists and specialists to support student development.

Responsibilities

• Support individual students inside and outside the classroom to participate in learning.
• Assist with implementation of IEPs and align daily support with goals.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and Inclusion team.

Skills

SEN support

Inclusion support

IEP implementation

Student engagement

Education

Diploma-level SEN qualification

Job description

Inclusion Assistant - SEN Student Support Job Snapshot Role: Inclusion Assistant - SEN Student Support Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Special Education Experience: Minimum 2 years

Position Overview

Inclusion Assistant - SEN Student Support in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity focused on supporting students with special educational needs through individualized assistance, classroom inclusion and targeted intervention. Aldar Education is hiring an experienced Inclusion Assistant for Al Rayana Charter School to help students access the curriculum, achieve IEP goals, strengthen communication and social development, and participate confidently in daily school life from August 2026.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Abu Dhabi Emirate

Industry: Primary-Secondary Education

Function: Special Education

Salary: 5000-7000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Inclusion Assistant provides direct educational and developmental support to students who require additional assistance with academic, physical, emotional, behavioural or communication needs. Working closely with teachers and the Head of Inclusion, the role helps translate individualized support plans into practical strategies used throughout the school day. The position is designed to increase student access, confidence and independence rather than create unnecessary dependence. Through structured guidance, differentiated resources, reinforcement and intervention support, the Inclusion Assistant contributes to measurable progress while helping students participate successfully alongside their peers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individual students inside and outside the classroom so they can participate fully in learning and school activities.
• Assist with implementation of Individual Education Plans and align daily support with agreed IEP goals.
• Monitor student progress and provide accurate feedback to teachers and the Inclusion team.
• Support academic, physical, emotional, behavioural and communication needs according to each student 's profile.
• Help students develop greater independence by teaching clear and practical learning strategies.
• Prepare differentiated materials and resources that improve access to classroom learning.
• Work alongside homeroom and subject teachers to reinforce planned instructional activities.
• Deliver individual instruction under teacher direction and support small-group learning when appropriate.
• Demonstrate tasks, activities and learning strategies in ways suited to individual student needs.
• Monitor assigned work and help students remain engaged and on task.
• Check student work in line with teacher guidance and school procedures while learning is in progress.
• Reinforce positive achievement and communicate relevant progress observations to teachers.
• Support student self-esteem and encourage positive participation within the classroom community.
• Assist with behaviour support approaches in accordance with whole-school policy.
• Supervise students during lessons, specialist classes and other school locations when required.
• Contribute to accurate student records maintained by homeroom and subject teachers.
• Prepare materials needed to scaffold learning and support curriculum differentiation.
• Attend intervention sessions involving Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Applied Behaviour Analysis where required.
• Reinforce therapy targets within school routines to help students generalize and consolidate new skills.
• Work collaboratively with speech therapists, occupational therapists and other professionals supporting individual students.
• Build strong and regular communication with homeroom and subject teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow approved communication procedures regarding parents and student information.
• Support health and safety requirements and remain proactive in identifying student welfare concerns.
• Attend professional meetings, training sessions and development activities as required.
• Participate in extracurricular activities, school trips and educational visits where student support is required.
• Experienced Inclusion Assistants may mentor newly appointed colleagues as part of team development.
• Follow additional reasonable directions provided by the Principal or Head of Inclusion.

Ideal Profile Candidates

Candidates should hold a Diploma-level SEN qualification and have at least 2 years of experience supporting students with special educational needs. Practical experience working directly with students in a school environment is important. Candidates should understand how to follow IEP targets, support differentiated instruction and adapt assistance according to individual learning and developmental needs. The role requires patience, consistency and strong observation skills. The successful candidate should recognize when a student requires additional support while also encouraging independence and avoiding unnecessary intervention. Experience supporting behavioural, communication, emotional or academic needs will be valuable. Familiarity with intervention approaches involving Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Applied Behaviour Analysis will further strengthen suitability. Candidates must be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers, inclusion specialists and external professionals while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Skills Set

• Special educational needs
• SEN support
• Inclusion support
• Individual Education Plans
• IEP implementation
• Classroom support
• Student intervention
• Differentiated learning
• Curriculum access
• Learning support
• Behaviour support
• Communication support
• Emotional support
• Student wellbeing
• Student supervision
• Progress monitoring
• Student records
• Academic assistance
• Individual instruction
• Small-group instruction
• Learning scaffolding
• Positive reinforcement
• Independence development
• Speech and Language Therapy support
• Occupational Therapy support
• ABA intervention support
• Therapy target reinforcement
• Behaviour management
• Safeguarding
• Health and safety
• Teacher collaboration
• Multidisciplinary teamwork
• Confidentiality
• SEN resource preparation
• Student engagement
• Intervention delivery
• Mentoring
• Primary education

Why Join Us

Inclusion support provides the opportunity to make a visible difference in the daily learning experience of students who require additional guidance. This Abu Dhabi role allows an experienced SEN professional to work closely with teachers and specialists while developing practical expertise in IEP implementation, differentiated learning and targeted intervention.

Al Rayana Charter School also offers exposure to a collaborative American curriculum environment where professional learning, student wellbeing and inclusive practice are embedded in everyday school life. The position can support progression toward senior Inclusion Assistant, Learning Support, SEN coordination and specialist student support roles.

About the Company

Aldar Education operates a broad network of schools and academies across the UAE. Al Rayana Charter School in Abu Dhabi is a mixed-gender American curriculum primary school focused on collaboration, leadership, creativity and high-quality learning. The school promotes an inclusive environment designed to help students develop academically, socially and personally within a supportive learning community.