Primary Head of Inclusion | Sharjah English School | UAE

About the school

Sharjah English School (SES) is a small, inclusive, non-for-profit school, occupying a spacious and attractive campus in close proximity to Dubai. We are a well-established co-educational school offering the National Curriculum to 1100 children from Foundation through to A Level. As well as serving the local British expatriate community, the school has students from many other nationalities. We are a British School Overseas and British Schools of the Middle East accredited school.

Sharjah English School provides an outstanding learning environment which encourages curiosity, ignites imagination and develops independence. We are committed to providing the very best learning experiences through positive and supportive relationships.

The role

Primary Head of Inclusion

For January 2027 we are seeking a passionate Primary Head of Inclusion to join our team. The Head of Inclusion is a whole Primary school middle leadership role. The key objective is to hold responsibility for overseeing and developing an inclusive school culture. The Head of Inclusion will champion equitable access to the curriculum, ensuring the barriers to learning are identified and systematically addressed through targeted, evidence-informed strategies that enable every pupil to thrive.

Requirements

• Qualified SEND or related qualification, with a minimum of two years teaching experience
• BEd Degree with QTS or BA in Primary subject plus PGCE
• Awareness of innovative thinking and practice in education
• An in-depth and up to date knowledge of the English National Curriculum
• A strong personal presence and high level interpersonal skills
• Excellent understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and practices
• A B.Ed or BA degree
• Proven track record in fostering a caring and supportive atmosphere
• Be a passionate educator dedicated to the well-being, social and academic progress of each student
• Experience which will make a significant contribution to the wider life of the school

Benefits & package

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Overseas benefits where applicable
• Professionally stimulating and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for promotion and development

How to apply

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