SENDCO - Inclusive Education

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

LEAMS Education in Dubai is looking for an experienced SENDCO to lead the support for special educational needs and disabilities. This strategic role involves collaborating with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure compliance with UAE laws and the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in special education, lead the development of Individualised Education Plans, and focus on student well-being and progress. Join us to make a real impact in an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required.
• Master's degree in Special Education preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience with SEN focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification of students with special educational needs.
• Develop and maintain Individualised Education Plans.
• Monitor progress of students with SEND.

Skills

SEND coordination

Special educational needs

Inclusive education

IEP development

Difficulties assessment

Parent communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Special Education

SENDCO qualification

Teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

SENDCO – Inclusive Education is a senior Education Management role focused on leading special educational needs and disabilities provision within a school environment in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position is suitable for an experienced inclusive education professional who can identify student needs, develop Individualised Education Plans, support teachers, coordinate external specialists, ensure UAE inclusion compliance, and promote a safe, supportive, and accessible learning environment for all students.

Role Context

The SENDCO will lead and manage support for students with SEND, ensuring each student receives appropriate academic, social, emotional, and developmental support. The role requires close collaboration with teachers, parents, school leadership, external professionals, and support staff to create effective intervention plans, monitor student progress, strengthen inclusive classroom practice, and ensure compliance with UAE laws and the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the identification of students with special educational needs and disabilities through observations, teacher feedback, screening tools, and formal assessments.
• Coordinate assessments for learning difficulties, developmental concerns, disabilities, and additional learning needs in collaboration with qualified external professionals.
• Develop and maintain a clear process for early identification of SEND needs across the school.
• Create, review, and update Individualised Education Plans for students with SEND in collaboration with teachers, parents, specialists, and school leadership.
• Monitor progress of students with SEND and adjust support strategies to meet academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Ensure Individualised Education Plans are implemented effectively in classrooms and that all staff understand their responsibilities.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and resources to teachers and support staff to improve inclusive teaching practice.
• Support teachers in differentiating lessons, assessments, classroom activities, and intervention strategies for students with SEND.
• Develop and deliver professional development workshops to build staff capacity in inclusive education and SEND support.
• Work with external agencies such as educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and specialist consultants.
• Maintain strong communication between the school, families, and external professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
• Ensure the school's SEND provision complies with UAE laws, policies, guidelines, and Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework expectations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national and local inclusion policies and ensure effective implementation across the school.
• Develop, review, and maintain SEND policies, procedures, intervention records, assessment reports, and support documentation.
• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provision using student progress data, intervention reports, assessment outcomes, and feedback.
• Lead the review of strategies and interventions to improve outcomes for students with SEND.
• Provide regular reports to the senior leadership team on student progress, intervention impact, and SEND provision quality.
• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians, ensuring they are involved in decisions related to their child's education and support.
• Organise and lead parent meetings to discuss Individualised Education Plans, progress, challenges, and future support plans.
• Manage and allocate SEND resources effectively, including learning aids, assistive technology, support materials, and intervention tools.
• Support budget planning for SEND resources and ensure learning materials are used effectively to meet student needs.
• Foster an inclusive school culture where students with SEND are valued, supported, and integrated into the wider school community.
• Lead awareness programmes that promote understanding, respect, empathy, and inclusion for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Promote safeguarding, student wellbeing, confidentiality, and safe learning practices across all SEND-related activities.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Master's degree in Special Education, Inclusive Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred.
• SENDCO qualification or certification required.
• Teaching qualification such as PGCE or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience with a focus on supporting students with special educational needs.
• Previous experience in a SENDCO, inclusion coordinator, or inclusive education leadership role preferred.
• Experience working in an inclusive education setting, especially in the UAE or a similar international school context.
• In‑depth understanding of special educational needs and disabilities in mainstream school settings.
• Strong knowledge of UAE laws and policies related to SEND and inclusive education.
• Familiarity with the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework considered an advantage.
• Ability to create, implement, monitor, and evaluate Individualised Education Plans.
• Strong leadership and management skills to guide teachers, learning support assistants, and support staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, parents, staff, senior leaders, and external professionals.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to analyse student data, evaluate intervention impact, and prepare clear progress reports.
• Professional approach to confidentiality, safeguarding, parent communication, student wellbeing, and inclusive practice.

Skills Set

• SEND coordination
• Special educational needs
• Disabilities support
• Inclusive education
• Individualised Education Plans (IEPs)
• IEP development
• Learning support
• Student assessment
• Early identification
• Intervention planning
• Differentiated instruction
• Teacher coaching
• Staff training
• Parent communication
• External specialist coordination
• Educational psychology coordination
• Speech and language therapy coordination
• Occupational therapy coordination
• Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework
• UAE inclusion policies
• Safeguarding
• Student wellbeing
• SEND documentation
• Progress monitoring
• Data analysis
• Resource management
• Assistive technology
• Inclusion awareness
• School leadership
• Time management

Why Join Us

This opportunity is ideal for a SENDCO who wants to lead inclusive education within a Dubai school environment and make a meaningful impact on student progress, wellbeing, and access to learning. The role offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, a full‑time leadership opportunity, collaboration with school leadership and external specialists, and the chance to build a stronger inclusive culture where every student is supported to succeed.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai with a strong commitment to academic quality, inclusion, safeguarding, and student‑centred learning. The group supports educators through collaborative practice, professional development, and structured school systems that help students build confidence, progress academically, and receive the right support for their individual learning needs.