Job ID: S-AE-6356 - Primary Head of Inclusion | Sharjah English School | UAE

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 InclusionFor 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.Personal Specifications:● 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 practicesThe successful candidate must have the following:● 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.If you wish to work in a school which supports and values its teachers and is described by its students as “friendly”, “fair” and “diverse”, we would like to hear from you.Application ProcessAll candidates are required to upload a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter outlining the competencies required to support their application. Applicants must also complete and upload the SES application form as attached with the advert.We offer a competitive tax-free salary and overseas benefits where applicable as well as a professionally stimulating and supportive working environment along with opportunities for promotion and development.Steps:Complete your Schrole profileEnter Reference contact details in the reference section of your profileUpload CV and supporting documents to your schrole profile on the document section.Attach your SES application form to the Job post upload linkEarly applications would be most appreciated.SES reserves the right to make an early appointment should a successful candidate emerge from the process.Sharjah English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.