HEAD OF INCLUSION (SENCO)
Brookes MoscowTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed12 December 2025
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
JOB IDENTITY
Location: Brookes Moscow, Russia
Reports to: Director / Leadership Team
Position: Senior Leadership
Brookes Moscow, an esteemed international school with a significant global educational impact, is seeking applications for the position of Head of Inclusion.
The Head of Inclusion (SENCO) is responsible for both strategic and operational leadership regarding inclusive education throughout the institution. This role ensures that students with additional learning needs receive tailored, high-quality support within the American curriculum framework, encompassing differentiation, accommodations, and access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The SENCO collaborates closely with teachers, university counselors, learning support staff, and families to foster an environment where every learner is recognized, supported, and empowered to succeed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide strategic direction for all facets of inclusion within the school, ensuring compliance with American curriculum standards, whole-child support models, and international best practices.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and monitoring of students with learning challenges, behavioral needs, sensory processing difficulties, giftedness, and other additional needs.
• Coordinate and ensure the quality of Individual Support Plans; guarantee these plans are consistently reviewed, updated, and communicated effectively.
• Assist teachers in modifying instruction through differentiation, tiered intervention approaches, and evidence-based strategies for diverse learners.
• Lead training sessions and coaching for educators on inclusive instructional methods, executive functioning support, and classroom management techniques.
• Collaborate with school psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and counselors to provide multidisciplinary support.
• Establish effective communication channels with families; conduct regular parent meetings, workshops, and consultations regarding student progress and strategies for support at home.
• Maintain comprehensive records, safeguarding documentation, assessment data, and revisions of ISPs in accordance with school policies.
• Conduct observations, student case reviews, and classroom walkthroughs to ensure the quality of educational provision.
• Manage the inclusion team (learning support teachers, shadow teachers, teaching assistants), including training, scheduling, performance oversight, and professional development planning.
• Ensure that all practices adhere to safeguarding policies, ethical guidelines, and legal obligations.
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of SENCO / Learning Support leadership experience, preferably in an international or bilingual school setting.
• Experience in conducting and interpreting formal and informal assessments (academic, behavioral, sensory, cognitive).
• Comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum profiles, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, executive dysfunction, and emotional/behavioral challenges.
• Capability to coach teachers, lead training initiatives, and advise on curriculum modifications, behavior support strategies, and progress tracking.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and external clinicians.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and case management skills.
• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Russian is a plus but not essential.
• High degree of emotional intelligence, empathy, and cultural awareness.
• Dedication to child safeguarding and ethical practices.
BENEFITS
• Attractive salary and comprehensive compensation package.
• Annual performance-related and retention bonuses.
• Fully furnished accommodation provided.
• Relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship and travel allowances.
• Medical and dental insurance coverage.
• Complimentary meals provided daily.
Location: Brookes Moscow, Russia
Reports to: Director / Leadership Team
Position: Senior Leadership
Brookes Moscow, an esteemed international school with a significant global educational impact, is seeking applications for the position of Head of Inclusion.
The Head of Inclusion (SENCO) is responsible for both strategic and operational leadership regarding inclusive education throughout the institution. This role ensures that students with additional learning needs receive tailored, high-quality support within the American curriculum framework, encompassing differentiation, accommodations, and access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The SENCO collaborates closely with teachers, university counselors, learning support staff, and families to foster an environment where every learner is recognized, supported, and empowered to succeed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide strategic direction for all facets of inclusion within the school, ensuring compliance with American curriculum standards, whole-child support models, and international best practices.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and monitoring of students with learning challenges, behavioral needs, sensory processing difficulties, giftedness, and other additional needs.
• Coordinate and ensure the quality of Individual Support Plans; guarantee these plans are consistently reviewed, updated, and communicated effectively.
• Assist teachers in modifying instruction through differentiation, tiered intervention approaches, and evidence-based strategies for diverse learners.
• Lead training sessions and coaching for educators on inclusive instructional methods, executive functioning support, and classroom management techniques.
• Collaborate with school psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and counselors to provide multidisciplinary support.
• Establish effective communication channels with families; conduct regular parent meetings, workshops, and consultations regarding student progress and strategies for support at home.
• Maintain comprehensive records, safeguarding documentation, assessment data, and revisions of ISPs in accordance with school policies.
• Conduct observations, student case reviews, and classroom walkthroughs to ensure the quality of educational provision.
• Manage the inclusion team (learning support teachers, shadow teachers, teaching assistants), including training, scheduling, performance oversight, and professional development planning.
• Ensure that all practices adhere to safeguarding policies, ethical guidelines, and legal obligations.
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of SENCO / Learning Support leadership experience, preferably in an international or bilingual school setting.
• Experience in conducting and interpreting formal and informal assessments (academic, behavioral, sensory, cognitive).
• Comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum profiles, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, executive dysfunction, and emotional/behavioral challenges.
• Capability to coach teachers, lead training initiatives, and advise on curriculum modifications, behavior support strategies, and progress tracking.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and external clinicians.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and case management skills.
• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Russian is a plus but not essential.
• High degree of emotional intelligence, empathy, and cultural awareness.
• Dedication to child safeguarding and ethical practices.
BENEFITS
• Attractive salary and comprehensive compensation package.
• Annual performance-related and retention bonuses.
• Fully furnished accommodation provided.
• Relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship and travel allowances.
• Medical and dental insurance coverage.
• Complimentary meals provided daily.