SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS COORDINATOR
HIKSVS International Bilingual School
Tianjin
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive salary, flight allowance, accommodation, remission of fees
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 31 August 2026
- Apply by:
- 2 March 2026
Job overview
HIK SVS is a prestigious educational institution located in Tianjin, China, offering a world-class education based on the United Kingdom curriculum. HIK SVS has a strong partnership with the historic and highly successful Sutton Valence School in Kent, one of England’s leading Independent schools.
We are currently seeking a full-time Special Educational Needs Coordinator to join our dedicated team of educators.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised British or international teaching qualification.
A recognised qualification in Special Educational Needs or Inclusive Education, or substantial experience in a SENCo role.
Proven experience working as a SENCo or in a senior SEND role, ideally within a British international school.
Strong knowledge of the English National Curriculum, IGCSE and A Level pathways.
Experience supporting students aged 5–18 with a wide range of learning needs.
Skills and Attributes
Strong leadership and organisational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Clear understanding of British inclusive education practice and SEND code principles.
Ability to work effectively within a multicultural, bilingual environment.
A reflective, collaborative, and student-centred approach.
Desirable
Experience working in China or another international school context.
Experience supporting bilingual or EAL learners with SEND.
Experience contributing to COBIS inspection or accreditation processes.
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with COBIS safeguarding standards. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks, including international safeguarding checks, in accordance with school policy and local regulations.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Online interviews will take place week commencing 9 March 2026.
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About HIKSVS International Bilingual School
- HIKSVS International Bilingual School
- 7 Cuibo Road, Meijiang Bay, Xiqing District
- Tianjin
- 300221
- China
Founded in August 2017, HIKSVS International School is a leading co-educational British curriculum day school in Tianjin, China. Our strong partnership with the historic and highly successful Sutton Valence School in Kent, UK, one of England’s leading independent schools, underpins almost all that the school does.
HIK Group has been focused on providing exceptional-quality, private kindergarten services for the past 20 years in China, where it is now a premier brand in the sector. The Group currently operates three kindergartens, with an associated educational farm.
Since it opened in 2017, HIKSVS International School has become a high-quality, leading preparatory school, building on the excellence of the HIK Kindergartens established in Tianjin. The school currently serves over 400 children aged 6-13 years old. It is a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS).
In August 2025, a senior school was launched, for students aged 13-18 years with an eventual capacity of 1,200 students. The senior school is a non-selective bilingual school, following the British curriculum, adapted to follow domestic regulations, leading to both IGCSE and A-Level examinations as well as the Chinese Gaokao examinations, enabling students to go on to the university of their choice, either in China or internationally. The school will provide a strong focus on English language acquisition, ensuring that all students are well prepared for their future and have the opportunity to follow their chosen educational journey.
The Executive Head is Mary Robertson-Barnett.
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