Social Worker

Job Overview

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint a well-qualified, experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Social Worker to support the holistic development and well-being of our students across the school.

In order to support our growing school community, Amity is seeking a dedicated Social Worker who will play a vital role in identifying and addressing students' social, emotional, and academic needs. The successful applicant will have experience working with diverse student populations and a commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Working closely with students, families, staff, and external agencies, you will provide essential counselling support, crisis intervention, and safeguarding leadership. The school is comprised of over seventy nationalities, requiring cultural sensitivity and an understanding of diverse family structures and support systems. This is an exciting time to join Amity, and the successful applicant should be happy to contribute to the School's commitment to offering comprehensive, individualised support for every student's well-being.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience providing counselling and student support in an educational setting

• Demonstrate strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge

• Can build effective partnerships with families and external agencies

• Develop and implement early intervention strategies for at-risk students

• Work collaboratively with pastoral leaders and inclusion teams

• Maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive reports

• Show positive involvement in wider school life and pastoral initiatives

Key Performance Indicators

• Students' social, emotional, and academic needs are identified early and addressed effectively

• Parents receive clear guidance regarding internal support and community resources

• Staff collaborate effectively with the social worker to enhance student well-being

• Timely crisis responses and accurate safeguarding documentation

• Positive involvement in wider school life, including student activities and pastoral initiatives

Qualifications required:

• QFE 7 (Bachelor’s Degree) in Social Work or Social Service and 2 years minimum experience in youth-related social work.

• Or QFE 7 (Bachelor’s Degree) in Psychology, Counseling, Youth Development, Sociology, or a related subject and 4 years of experience in youth-related social work.

• Valid Social care license from DCD (Department of Community Development)

About Amity International School

Amity International School is a newly established British Curriculum International School with a renowned reputation for Sport, Music, Arts and Academia. The magnificent 15 acre bay-side campus allows the school to boast unique school facilities within a beautiful setting on the perimeter of the UAE's capital, providing an inspirational working environment where pupils are committed and keen to learn.

Amity International School is set-up as a not-for-profit organisation.

Benefits for the successful candidate include:

• Highly competitive salary benchmarked against many of the leading schools locally

• Accommodation or a housing allowance aligned with your personal family circumstances

• A spacious and modern, innovative teaching and learning environment

• Supportive line management and access to generous professional development training

• Opportunities to link with other support staff in school and other schools internationally

Application Process

Applicants should complete the application form on the TES website via the Quick Apply button. Please submit a CV of no more than 2 pages. Scanned copies of degree certificates, social work qualifications, and professional registration would be also gratefully received.

Please note that the school reserves the right to begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, candidates are recommended to submit their application as soon as possible.

Interviews will be conducted in Abu Dhabi or via Teams.

Start date for this position will be August 2026.

Safeguarding Commitment

Amity International School is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

All applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening and submit a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment in addition to supplying a minimum of two references, at least one of which should be from the Head Teacher/Principal of the most recent school.

Kindly note that due to the number of applicants we receive only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview schedule.