Head of Inclusion
Al Ain British Academy
Al Ain
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- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- End of August 2020
- Apply by:
- 31 March 2020
Job overview
We are looking for an experienced SENCO to become our head of Inclusion. We are a 3-18 British international school and like all schools we have a proportion of students with SEN and EAL. We need a Head of Inclusion to manage our TAs and HLTAs, monitor our intervention groups, support teachers and parents in making school a positive experience for all children. Candidates should have a qualification in SEN and ideally the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator.
Requirements:
•BA in Special Education or similar with minimum 6 years of experience as a SEN Teacher.
• SEN Qualification (Masters Level or external certification on an aspect of SEN)
• Previous experience in leading SEN / Learning Support in a primary/secondary school.
• Encourage and promote inclusion across the school at all levels
• Be an exemplary classroom teacher, supporting and guiding staff on SEN and inclusion to promote high standards of educational achievement
• Liaise closely with colleagues from other schools, outside agencies and other professionals
• Line manage staff employed to support children with special needs
• Maintain accurate records and coordinate care plans
• Review whole school assessment data and conduct assessment to identify priority areas and/or pupils for targeted intervention.
• Plan and deliver a range of programmes of work to support individual needs
• Provide training within and beyond our school to colleagues and families
• Contribute to school pastoral committee
• Support the aims of the school; comply with the requirements of health and safety, other relevant legislation and school policies
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Undertake other duties from time to time as the Principal /Head of Inclusion requires.
We Offer:
• Competitive terms of employment and outstanding working conditions
• Tax Free Salary
• Fully furnished accommodation (if applicable)
• Medical insurance and Air Fare (if applicable)
• Opportunity to work within a team of supportive and creative colleagues
• Excellent professional development and guidance
Application:
A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be submitted via the TES website.
About Al Ain British Academy
- Al Ain British Academy
- Al Salam Street, Sarooj, Al Ain
- Abu Dhabi
- United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi Education Council Inspection Rating Oct/Nov 2018 ( Band A Rated : Very Good School )
Al Ain Academy opened in September 2011 providing high quality education to the region. The children are taught the English National Curriculum – tailored to be meaningful to children living in Al Ain, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas.
We provide a warm, friendly and supportive environment where pupils enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
In a short period of time the school has achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of assessment data. We have highly dedicated and talented staff, mainly from the UK, who work in partnership with parents to ensure success for all.
For further information about our school, please go to our website www.alaininternational.sch.ae
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