Inclusion Teacher - Immediate Start

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 156,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation

Annual return flights

Private medical insurance

Tuition fee benefit for up to 1 child

Visa sponsorship

Relocation allowance

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards

Job summary

GEMS Education in the UAE seeks an Inclusion Teacher to support students with additional learning needs and ensure access to the curriculum. The role involves collaborating with the Inclusion team, families and other professionals to deliver personalised interventions.

The successful candidate will plan targeted support, monitor progress and share strategies with teachers to foster inclusion in an international school setting.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (B.Ed, PGCE, or equivalent) required.
• Bachelor’s degree meeting UAE teacher approval.
• Experience with SEND/SEN or additional learning needs in schools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support students with additional learning needs.
• Plan and deliver individual and small-group interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt learning and remove barriers.
• Develop and review individual education plans and personalised learning strategies.
• Monitor progress and use data to evaluate interventions.
• Provide differentiation strategies and inclusive classroom practices.
• Communicate with parents about student needs and progress.
• Work with Inclusion, ELL, counselling and pastoral teams for holistic support.

Skills

Differentiation

Assessment data use

Communication

Collaboration

Student-centred approach

Education

B.Ed / PGCE / Teaching Licence or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree meeting UAE teacher approval

SEND/SEN inclusion qualification (advantage)

Job description

Job Description

About the School

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading GEMS international school in the UAE.

The school provides a high-quality international education to a diverse student community and is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and aspirational environment in which every student can thrive.

As part of GEMS Education, the school benefits from the scale and expertise of one of the world’s leading private education providers, while maintaining a strong individual school culture centred around student wellbeing, academic excellence and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

We are seeking an outstanding Inclusion Teacher to join our school for an immediate start, or January 2027 at the latest.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, the Inclusion team, families and other professionals to support students with additional learning needs and ensure they are able to access, participate in and succeed within the curriculum.

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate practitioner who understands that effective inclusion combines high expectations with personalised support, targeted intervention and excellent classroom practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and support students with a range of additional learning needs.
• Plan and deliver high-quality individual and small-group interventions.
• Work collaboratively with classroom and subject teachers to adapt learning and remove barriers to student progress.
• Support the development, implementation and review of individual education plans and personalised learning strategies.
• Monitor student progress and use assessment information to evaluate the impact of interventions.
• Provide teachers with practical strategies for differentiation and inclusive classroom practice.
• Build positive relationships with students and develop their confidence, independence and engagement with learning.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student needs, provision and progress.
• Work collaboratively with Inclusion, ELL, counselling and pastoral colleagues to provide holistic support.
• Liaise with external specialists and professionals where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records relating to student provision and progress.
• Contribute to the wider life and professional learning culture of the school.

Skills Description

Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• A recognised teaching qualification such as a B.Ed, PGCE, State Teaching Licence or equivalent.
• A relevant bachelor’s degree meeting UAE teacher approval requirements.
• Experience supporting students with SEND/SEN or additional learning needs within a school setting.
• A SEND, Inclusion or Special Education qualification would be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of differentiation, intervention and personalised learning.
• Experience developing and implementing individual education plans or equivalent student support plans.
• The ability to use assessment and progress data effectively to inform provision.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, flexible and student-centred approach.
• A commitment to high expectations for all learners.
• Experience within an international school or the UAE would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

As part of GEMS Education, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Individual furnished accommodation
• Annual return flights
• Private medical insurance
• Tuition fee benefit for up to 1 child
• Visa sponsorship
• Relocation allowance
• End of service gratuity
• GEMS Rewards