Aldar Education is a leading education provider in the UAE, delivering inclusive, sustainable, and innovative learning experiences that inspire students and support community development. The organization offers a diverse portfolio of educational brands, covering all stages from early years to adult learning, with a wide range of curricula across multiple locations in Abu Dhabi and beyond. With a mix of owned and managed schools, Aldar Education ensures high standards in teaching, modern facilities, and a supportive environment for students, educators, and staff, maintaining a strong commitment to quality education and continuous improvement....

Head of Inclusion - SEN Leadership

Job Snapshot

Role: Head of Inclusion
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Education Management
Function: Special Education
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Head of Inclusion in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a senior Education Management opportunity for an experienced SEN leader who can promote inclusive practice, guide teachers, support Students of Determination, and strengthen learning support provision in a British curriculum primary school. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher with specialist SEN certification, strong assessment knowledge, and the ability to lead intervention planning, IEP development, staff training, and data-led student progress monitoring.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Education Management
Function: Special Education
Salary: 15000-24000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Head of Inclusion will lead whole-school inclusion provision by supporting teachers, managing the Inclusion team, maintaining accurate SEN records, and ensuring students with additional needs receive effective support. The role has direct impact on student achievement, access to learning, parent confidence, teacher development, admissions decisions, intervention quality, and the school’s commitment to inclusive education aligned with the expectations of Abu Dhabi’s education sector.

Key Responsibilities

* Promote inclusion across the school and help embed inclusive practice at all levels.
* Act as an exemplary classroom teacher and guide staff on SEN, learning support, and differentiated teaching.
* Line manage staff responsible for supporting children with special educational needs.
* Maintain accurate SEN records, registers, Individual Education Plans, and coordinated care plans.
* Review whole-school assessment data to identify priority areas and students requiring targeted support.
* Conduct assessments to identify student needs, development delays, and appropriate intervention pathways.
* Provide training to teachers, support staff, inclusion assistants, colleagues, and families.
* Deliver full induction and ongoing training for the Inclusion team and Inclusion assistants.
* Undertake co-teaching to support class or subject teachers with differentiated lesson delivery.
* Participate in admissions, evaluations, assessments, and transitions for Students of Determination.
* Develop high-quality IEPs, intervention plans, and student support strategies.
* Lead and monitor specific intervention programmes and measure their effectiveness.
* Use data to track student progress, attainment, and the impact of learning support provision.
* Collaborate with parents, teachers, school leaders, and external professionals to support student outcomes.
* Ensure inclusion practices reflect school values, Emirati community expectations, ADEK requirements, and safeguarding standards.
* Support a school culture where every learner can access meaningful education and make measurable progress.

Ideal Profile

* Qualified teacher with relevant teaching credentials.
* SEN qualification at Master’s level or recognised external certification in an aspect of SEN.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in the field of SEN.
* Previous experience leading SEN, Inclusion, or Learning Support in a primary or secondary school.
* Strong experience maintaining accurate SEN registers and meaningful student support records.
* Proven ability to develop high-quality IEPs, care plans, and intervention programmes.
* Capacity to identify a range of need types, learning barriers, and development delays.
* Experience administering standardized assessments to inform provision and student support planning.
* Confident in delivering intervention programmes and evaluating their effectiveness.
* Strong ability to use data to monitor Students of Determination progress and attainment.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills for working with teachers, families, support staff, and school leaders.
* Professional understanding of inclusive education, safeguarding, confidentiality, and student wellbeing.
* Positive attitude toward diverse school communities and regional values.
* Police clearance, satisfactory references, and safeguarding checks required for appointment.

Skills Set

* SEN leadership
* Inclusion management
* Special education provision
* Students of Determination support
* IEP development
* SEN register management
* Intervention planning
* Standardized assessment
* Data-led progress tracking
* Differentiated instruction
* Co-teaching support
* Learning support leadership
* Inclusion team training
* Parent communication
* Care plan coordination
* ADEK awareness
* Safeguarding awareness
* Staff mentoring
* Student transition support

Why Join Us

* Lead inclusion in a respected Abu Dhabi British curriculum school with deep roots in the Emirati community.
* Support Students of Determination through structured intervention, strong IEPs, and meaningful progress tracking.
* Work closely with teachers, families, and school leaders to strengthen inclusive practice across the school.
* Build senior leadership experience within a growing UAE education group committed to professional development.
* Contribute to a child-centered school culture that values access, achievement, wellbeing, and high-quality learning for every student.

About the Company

Aldar Education is a leading UAE-based education group operating a growing network of owned and managed schools. The organization is known for child-centered learning, inclusive education, safeguarding commitment, professional development, and future-focused school communities that support students, teachers, and families across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE.

Job Title Head of Inclusion - SEN Leadership Job Description Head of Inclusion - SEN Leadership Job Snapshot Role: Head of Inclusion Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Industry: Education Management Function: Special Education Experience: Minimum 5 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Head of Inclusion in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a senior Education Management opportunity for an experienced SEN leader who can promote inclusive practice, guide teachers, support Students of Determination, and strengthen learning support provision in a British curriculum primary school. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher with specialist SEN certification, strong assessment knowledge, and the ability to lead intervention planning, IEP development, staff training, and data-led student progress monitoring. Job Details Country: UAE City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Education Management Function: Special Education Salary: 15000-24000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Role Context The Head of Inclusion will lead whole-school inclusion provision by supporting teachers, managing the Inclusion team, maintaining accurate SEN records, and ensuring students with additional needs receive effective support. The role has direct impact on student achievement, access to learning, parent confidence, teacher development, admissions decisions, intervention quality, and the school’s commitment to inclusive education aligned with the expectations of Abu Dhabi’s education sector. Key Responsibilities * Promote inclusion across the school and help embed inclusive practice at all levels. * Act as an exemplary classroom teacher and guide staff on SEN, learning support, and differentiated teaching. * Line manage staff responsible for supporting children with special educational needs. * Maintain accurate SEN records, registers, Individual Education Plans, and coordinated care plans. * Review whole-school assessment data to identify priority areas and students requiring targeted support. * Conduct assessments to identify student needs, development delays, and appropriate intervention pathways. * Provide training to teachers, support staff, inclusion assistants, colleagues, and families. * Deliver full induction and ongoing training for the Inclusion team and Inclusion assistants. * Undertake co-teaching to support class or subject teachers with differentiated lesson delivery. * Participate in admissions, evaluations, assessments, and transitions for Students of Determination. * Develop high-quality IEPs, intervention plans, and student support strategies. * Lead and monitor specific intervention programmes and measure their effectiveness. * Use data to track student progress, attainment, and the impact of learning support provision. * Collaborate with parents, teachers, school leaders, and external professionals to support student outcomes. * Ensure inclusion practices reflect school values, Emirati community expectations, ADEK requirements, and safeguarding standards. * Support a school culture where every learner can access meaningful education and make measurable progress. Ideal Profile * Qualified teacher with relevant teaching credentials. * SEN qualification at Master’s level or recognised external certification in an aspect of SEN. * Minimum 5 years of experience in the field of SEN. * Previous experience leading SEN, Inclusion, or Learning Support in a primary or secondary school. * Strong experience maintaining accurate SEN registers and meaningful student support records. * Proven ability to develop high-quality IEPs, care plans, and intervention programmes. * Capacity to identify a range of need types, learning barriers, and development delays. * Experience administering standardized assessments to inform provision and student support planning. * Confident in delivering intervention programmes and evaluating their effectiveness. * Strong ability to use data to monitor Students of Determination progress and attainment. * Excellent communication and leadership skills for working with teachers, families, support staff, and school leaders. * Professional understanding of inclusive education, safeguarding, confidentiality, and student wellbeing. * Positive attitude toward diverse school communities and regional values. * Police clearance, satisfactory references, and safeguarding checks required for appointment. Skills Set * SEN leadership * Inclusion management * Special education provision * Students of Determination support * IEP development * SEN register management * Intervention planning * Standardized assessment * Data-led progress tracking * Differentiated instruction * Co-teaching support * Learning support leadership * Inclusion team training * Parent communication * Care plan coordination * ADEK awareness * Safeguarding awareness * Staff mentoring * Student transition support Why Join Us * Lead inclusion in a respected Abu Dhabi British curriculum school with deep roots in the Emirati community. * Support Students of Determination through structured intervention, strong IEPs, and meaningful progress tracking. * Work closely with teachers, families, and school leaders to strengthen inclusive practice across the school. * Build senior leadership experience within a growing UAE education group committed to professional development. * Contribute to a child-centered school culture that values access, achievement, wellbeing, and high-quality learning for every student. About the Company Aldar Education is a leading UAE-based education group operating a growing network of owned and managed schools. The organization is known for child-centered learning, inclusive education, safeguarding commitment, professional development, and future-focused school communities that support students, teachers, and families across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 15000.00 Salary to 24000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Location City Abu Dhabi

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Education Management Job Function Job Functions -> Special Education Employers Details Company Aldar Education Contact Person HRM Designation HR Telephone +971 800 8535 Email customercarealdar.com