Early Years Senior Teacher

Al Karamah School and Training Institute is a high-profile school for Emirati students, offering world-leading education and behavioural support.  Based in Abu Dhabi, our aim is to make a real and lasting difference for every young person we support.  The school (3 – 19 Years) and the Training Institute (15 – 25 years) has been developed for children and young people on the autistic spectrum, who range from low to high functioning.

We have a strong track record of creating great, positive learning environments where young people are able to attain the highest educational, behavioural and personal outcomes, and are able to go on and have fulfilling lives and careers.

Al Karamah School opened in January 2019 and is designed drawing on our experience of creating a unique and engaging learning environment which is the hub for to child-centred learning.  With a dedicated therapyy team  who support blended learning with the teaching team you would have the opportunity to join a staff team focused on the best possible outcomes for every child.  

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and inspirational Senior Teacher with proven track records in achieving the very highest standards with SEN students in Early Years.  You will be a person with aspiration and be able to see the possibilities of all our exceptional learners, supporting a provision that enables our students to thrive.

We are deeply committed to the continuous professional development of our staff, and you will be joining an enthusiastic, friendly, and well qualified team.  We believe the right candidates will find this role challenging, stimulating and rewarding.  We have ambitious and exciting expansion plans; for the right applicants there are possible opportunities for internal promotion.  

Experience of working in an SEN/ASC school as well as experience with Early Years is desirable but not essential, if applicants have relevant experience, a desire to become an Early Years ASC expert and really want to make a difference to children’s life.  

You should be able to demonstrate a real passion for SEN / Autism. 

 Benefits

You will be provided with: 

• A competitive employment package with an accommodation allowance  
• A tax-free salary dependent on qualifications and experience 
• Good staff retention rates – the staff are happy at this school 
• Peer support to settle in for as long as you need it 
• Access to strong, formal CPD opportunities with UK with links to universities offering qualifications through distance learning and working alongside SEN experts 
• First class resources, soft play areas, swimming pool, sensory rooms and new classrooms that are streamed by “stage and not by age”. 
• Small, well-resourced class of 5 or 6 children grouped by levels and ability, with a high adult – teacher ratio

Essential requirements: 

• BA Education, Special Education or a relevant degree with a Post Graduate Certificate in Education 
• Early Years’ experience 
• Post Graduate Certificate or Diploma in SEN or Leadership, or NPQSL / NPQH
• Qualified Teacher Status 
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience

Desirable: 

• Experience teaching children with autism and/or other special educational needs 
• CACHE (Level 3) or similar

Apply Now

To apply please send your CV and supporting statement clearly outlining your SEN experience and your reason for wanting to work at a specialist ASC school within Early Years. 

We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates in the coming weeks, and should you be asked to attend interview we will contact you to request further details.

Disclosure

Priory Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and disclosures with the relevant body at an enhanced level. We are an equal opportunities employer.