SENCo Lead

Doha British School; Doha; On-site; QAR 167,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Accommodation included

School fee discounts

Annual flight allowance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

End of service gratuity

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Doha British School seeks an experienced educator to lead SEN policy development and coordinate SEN provision across our Ain Khaled Campus. The role focuses on day-to-day SEN operations, guidance for staff, and collaboration with families and external agencies.

You will drive inclusion and evidence-based practices to support pupils with diverse needs. The successful candidate will have a recognised teaching degree, PGCE/QTS with an Early Career Teaching Certificate, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Recognised educational degree in teaching; UK/IB context preferred.
• PGCE or QTS with Early Career Teaching Certificate (subject-relevant degree).
• Exceptional subject knowledge of the National Curriculum of England.
• Experience teaching IGCSE, AS/A Level and IB.
• National Award for SEN Coordination or equivalent (preferred).
• Ability to lead SEN policy development and coordinate provision.
• Provide professional guidance to staff, parents, and agencies.
• Set high expectations and drive progression for SEN students.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of SEN policy and ensure effective provision for pupils with SEN or disabilities.
• Coordinate SEN support and day-to-day operations within the school.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies to support learners.
• Establish high targets for staff and students and monitor progress.
• Promote engaging teaching approaches and professional development.

Job description

Doha British School – Ain Khaled Campus

Doha British Schools are a group of outstanding international schools providing a high-quality British education to over 4,000 students across Qatar. Each campus offers a strong pastoral programme and an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities.

Each of our campuses operates under the experienced leadership of the Principal, supported by the Head of Primary and Head of Secondary. Our schools foster an ethos of high expectations, academic excellence, and personal growth. Character development is central to our culture and embedded in every aspect of school life.

What makes Doha British Schools unique is our unwavering commitment to holistic education. In addition to academic excellence — we nurture students who are ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Established in 1997 at our Ain Khaled campus, DBS has since expanded to include Al Wakra and Rawdat Al Hamama, each offering the same high-quality British curriculum and distinctive Sixth Form pathways. The Ain Khaled campus offers AS/A Levels, the IB Diploma, and BTEC programmes; Al Wakra offers AS/A Levels and BTEC programmes; and Rawdat Al Hamama offers AS/A Levels.

We believe every learner can, needs, and wants to achieve. Character development remains central to our ethos, ensuring our students grow into confident, respectful, and socially responsible global citizens.

All Doha British Schools are accredited by BSO, BSME, QNSA, and CIS. We take pride in our inclusive and diverse community.

Curriculum Overview

Doha British School follows the National Curriculum of England, adapted to reflect Qatar’s culture, heritage, and values. The school provides a continuous learning journey from Early Years through to Sixth Form, combining academic excellence with strong pastoral care and a focus on personal growth.

Across all stages, the DBS curriculum is designed to be relevant, rich, and challenging, blending academic rigour with leadership, creativity, and global citizenship.

Successful applicants must have:

• A recognised educational degree, such as a Bachelor's in Education or an equivalent qualification.
  
• A certified teaching qualification such as a PGCE or QTS with an Early Career Teaching Certificate (the PGCE must be supported by a subject-relevant bachelor’s degree).
  
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience teaching the National Curriculum of England.
  
• Experience teaching IGCSE, AS/A Level and International Baccalaureate (IB).
• Preferably a National Award for SEN Coordination or equivalent
• Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
• Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability.
  
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents, and other agencies.
• Establish high expectations of team members and students and setting challenging targets for each of them to achieve;
• Ensure that systems and procedures are in place to enable the effective and consistent progression of all students within the cohort;
• Promote approaches to learning and teaching that engage and motivate students and demand their active participation;
• Strengthen learning and teaching through a programme of professional development and practical support.
• A strong commitment to contributing to the wider school community through extracurricular activities.
  

We Offer:

• Tax-free monthly salary.
  
• Furnished accommodation inclusive of utilities.
  
• School fee discounts for up to two dependants.
  
• Annual flight allowance.
  
• Medical insurance.
  
• Life insurance coverage.
  
• End of service gratuity.
  
• CPD opportunities including partnerships with Evidence Based Education.
  

This position is available for immediate commencement, with a preferred start as soon as possible. However, candidates who are unable to join immediately may also be considered for a January 2027 start, subject to the school’s staffing requirements and the successful completion of all required recruitment and onboarding formalities.

Doha British School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via email at [e-mail].