Whole School SEND Coordinator

WHOLE SCHOOL SEND COORDINATOR

Rainbow International School is a coeducational 2 – 18 years day and boarding school in Kampala, Uganda. As the most established, reputable and one of the largest international schools in the country, we deliver the EYFS and International Primary Curriculum in the Primary section, English National curriculum at Key Stage 3 and Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Level in Key Stages 4 and 5. We also offer BTEC Level 2 and 3 courses as an alternative pathway to University. RISU is an inclusive school and is starting to gain a reputation in Kampala as the school to send students with complex needs.

The role:
RISU’s SEND Departments celebrate every child's uniqueness with a dynamic team of  specialists and Learning Support Assistants delivering targeted interventions. From Year 1 to Year 13, we offer personalised learning in both 1:1 and group settings, while  collaborating with experts in Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, and Educational Psychology, we ensure every student gets the support they need to thrive.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspirational  SENDCO who is committed to inclusion and has the desire to maintain the highest standards of provision for SEND students. You will be supporting students with their academic, personal, and social development. The successful applicant will take responsibility for SEND learning throughout both primary and secondary sections, including a satellite Early Years setting 6 km from the main site. We are looking for someone who will be able to effectively lead and manage the whole school SEND team and work closely with parents to ensure they are  involved and informed of their child’s progress.

Rainbow International School was awarded the TES Award for International Schools 2024 in the Specialist Provision Provider of the Year category. This could be an ideal opportunity for an experienced SENDCO to further develop their career in an international school that already has an enviable reputation for learning support. The school’s leadership team is passionate about offering the best provision for all students and offers a supportive, knowledgeable and child-centred working environment, where you could really make a difference.

If you would like to work in a busy, vibrant and multicultural school in a beautiful country then I look forward to your application. Early expressions of interest and applications are welcome. 


The Post:
●    a fully qualified graduate teacher with experience of acting as SENDCO or holds the National Award for SENDCO
●    wide experience of working with pupils with a range of special educational needs
●    excellent understanding of the SEND Code of Practice

If you are an experienced SENDCO with outstanding outcomes for students with special needs looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.


Note:
 The position is open for a January or August 2026 start.

Experience:
●    Should have a minimum of three years teaching experience, following the acquisition of a Bachelor of Education degree/PGCE/PGDE/QTS
●    Should have experience in the UK or overseas in a British curriculum school
●    Must have previous experience as a whole school (Primary & Secondary) SEN Coordinator, or have the experience to take this next step in your career
●    Experience and knowledge teaching students with special educational needs 
●    A commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children within the School and support of the School’s policies and procedures
●    Resilience and the ability to work well under pressure; ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
●    A commitment to supporting the wider life of the school and boarding house
●    Attend and lead staff and departmental meetings, open days, briefings, assemblies, INSET days, parent consultations and other school events, as required
●    Collaborate with the class and subject teachers to ensure what is being learned in one to one lessons is transferred and reinforced in the classroom
●    Be able to coordinate and support education plans for students with SEN across Primary and Secondary 
●    ASN/ SEN Learning Support Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)
●    Should have the ability to use SEN Assessment tools and writing related student reports
●    Ability to liaise with parents of children with Special Educational Needs
●    Advising fellow teachers on SEND best practices and strategies
●    Be a reflective, flexible practitioner with the ability to think creatively and take risks
●    Experience of managing therapists and counsellors 
●    A working knowledge of Google Apps and the confidence to work with IT in the classroom

In return we can offer:
- A firm commitment to you and your professional development
- Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues, staff and school leaders
- Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
- Coaching and mentoring from the Senior Leadership Team
- CPD opportunities
- Support in moving to Kampala
- An excellent government-sponsored saving scheme (NSSF) with 15% of your cumulative gross wage released upon completion of your contract

Qualifications:
●    B.Ed. / PGCE / QTS in the relevant subject area
●    SENDCO qualifications like The National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCO) and the ASN/ SEN Learning Support Qualified Teaching Status  (QTS) are an added advantage

The package:
●    Two-year initial contract – renewable by mutual consent
●    Competitive salary
●    Medical insurance
●    Free furnished accommodation (within budget) for overseas hire
●    Annual flights for overseas hire
*Previous applicants need not reapply.

Please disclose any convictions or cautions (if any) and a declaration that you are not barred from working with children.

Closing date: Sunday, 19th October 2025
*Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint prior to closing date for the right candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Rainbow International School Uganda is a safer recruitment school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening and rigorous background checks (including contacting previous employers). The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and will be asked for a recent ICPC/Interpol check and the equivalent police Certificate of Good Conduct from the country of current residence/employment, police checks from countries where the candidate has previously lived or worked, notarised copies of relevant academic documents, yellow fever vaccination card and a pre-employment fit for work certification (as well as any other documents that may be required for work permit application for non-Ugandans and any family members they may be relocating with).
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer (EOE)