Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) - KSD AY26/27

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

We are seeking to appoint a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join our team in August 2026. The successful applicant will be instrumental in advancing our inclusion initiatives, working closely with the Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, senior leadership, teaching staff, and support teams to provide exceptional support to all students.

Key responsibilities include:

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Supporting the leadership and management of the Inclusion Team

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Designing and executing high-quality professional development programs for Learning Support Assistants

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Assisting the Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion with strategic planning

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Overseeing the development and evaluation of Individual Education Plans

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Coordinating assessment processes for students with additional needs

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Assessing and enhancing inclusive teaching strategies through learning walks, book reviews, and environment evaluations

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Managing the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of LSAs

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Leading Continuous Professional Development (CPD) efforts to improve school-wide inclusive practices

The ideal candidate will have:

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A recognized British teaching qualification and QTS

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A recognized SENCO qualification or be in the process of obtaining it

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Proven experience in driving inclusion in a primary school setting

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A deep understanding of contemporary best practices in SEND and inclusive education

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Experience in supervising and developing support staff teams

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Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills

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A commitment to the values and mission of Kings’ School Dubai

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit their applications directly through TES.

Your application should include a supporting statement and contact information for three referees, one of whom must be your current Principal/Headteacher. Please provide the names, phone numbers (including international dialing codes), and email addresses of your referees.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, with initial interviews conducted online, followed by final interviews at the school.

We encourage candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be prepared to undergo a comprehensive screening process that includes:

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Verification of qualifications and passport;

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Three satisfactory references (including from your current/most recent employer and a previous employer);

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Provision of Police Certificate(s) for the past ten years from all countries of residence;

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Prohibition Checks for applicants with a UK background.

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Any gaps in employment listed on the application form will be discussed during the interview and may be further investigated.