Primary SENDco- August 2026
About This Role
At GEMS Wellington International School, we aspire to cultivate students who exemplify social responsibility, supported by an innovative and authentic learning environment. We are looking for outstanding Primary SENDco professionals who embody our core values of integrity, empathy, and resilience to join our dedicated team starting August 2026.
As a fully inclusive and high-achieving institution, we boast a rich history of excellence, as evidenced by our performance in rigorous inspection and accreditation evaluations. Notable achievements include:
- Receiving an ‘Outstanding’ rating for 14 consecutive years from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB),
- Being rated ‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas,
- Holding the distinguished COBIS Patrons accreditation with beacon status for Leadership,
- Being recognized as a High Performance Learning (HPL) ‘World Class School’.
Our tailored professional development program ensures that our educators are at the forefront of global best practices and educational research. Teachers have the chance to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and partners, including the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT) and the Best Practice Network (BPN).
Our commitment to a personalized and bespoke professional development program not only helps us maintain exceptional educational standards but also positions our teachers at the leading edge of global educational practices and research. The evolving landscape of education demands adaptable educators, and we empower our staff to meet this challenge. Our partnerships with reputable organizations such as the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), High Performance Learning (HPL), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and our Inquiry Driven Innovation collaboration with Harvard Project Zero guarantee that every teacher gains access to world-class knowledge and pedagogical strategies. With many of our leaders advancing from within the GEMS network of schools, our educators have unique opportunities for career growth as we continue to expand in the UAE and globally.