Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)

TES FE News; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A British international school in Doha seeks an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator to lead the SEND provision. You will coordinate assessments and develop Individual Education Plans while collaborating with teachers and parents to foster an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate has a postgraduate specialization in Special Educational Needs and a passion for holistic education.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Housing allowance

Annual return flights

End-of-service gratuity

Comprehensive onboarding process

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a specialization in Special Educational Needs or Inclusion.
• Experience with the UK National Curriculum preferred.
• Experience working with non-native English-speaking students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assess students with SEND across all phases.
• Develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents for inclusivity.

Skills

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Leadership skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or BA with PGCE

Job description

Overview

The Royal Grammar School Guildford, Qatar (RGSGQ) seeks an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator to lead and develop our provision for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school is an all-through, co-educational British school offering a curriculum for children aged 3 to 18. It opened in 2016 and welcomes over 780 students. The campus is located near the Pearl and Lusail. The school follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum (Key Stages 1–4), IGCSE courses, and AS levels at Post-16. RGSGQ has strong links with RGS Guildford in the UK and international sister schools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the identification, assessment, and support of students with SEND across all phases of the school.
• Develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs), oversee targeted interventions, and ensure appropriate accommodations are in place.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, parents, and external specialists to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a postgraduate specialization in Special Educational Needs or Inclusion.
• Proven track record of effective leadership in SEND provision; familiarity with the UK National Curriculum.

Benefits

• Tax-free salary
• Housing allowance
• Annual return flights
• End-of-service gratuity
• Comprehensive onboarding process

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in education or a BA with a PGCE qualification.
• Preferably prior experience teaching the UK National Curriculum.
• Experience working with non-native English-speaking students.
• A deep passion for teaching and commitment to holistic education.
• Strong professionalism and focus on children’s wellbeing.
• Active engagement in extracurricular activities.
• Respectful approach to all members of the school community.
• A positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Safeguarding and welfare of children; employment is subject to satisfactory references and ACRO/DBS Enhanced/Police clearance.

Application

This role requires a candidate who can join quickly. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

The Royal Grammar School Guildford, Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointee will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.