Primary SENCO - August 2026

GEMS Education
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 2-3 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Leadership","Coaching","Organization","Problem-solving"]

Experienced Primary SENCO sought to lead inclusion efforts in Dubai. You will support the Head of Inclusion, manage IEPs and pupil profiles, monitor interventions for students of determination, ensure documentation is accurate and timely, conduct QA activities, and coach Inclusion Teachers and LSAs while aligning with KHDA/DSIB requirements to uphold high-quality inclusive education.

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Primary SENCO - August 2026

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Job Summary

Experienced Primary SENCO sought to lead inclusion efforts in Dubai. You will support the Head of Inclusion, manage IEPs and pupil profiles, monitor interventions for students of determination, ensure documentation is accurate and timely, conduct QA activities, and coach Inclusion Teachers and LSAs while aligning with KHDA/DSIB requirements to uphold high-quality inclusive education.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Support the Head of Inclusion in implementing the school’s strategic direction, Inclusion Policy, and ensuring full alignment with KHDA/DSIB requirements.
  • •Lead and monitor provision for students of determination across Primary, including IEPs/pupil profiles, intervention planning, and alternative pathways.
  • •Ensure all inclusion documentation — including PPs, IEPs, assessments, reports, and external documentation — is completed accurately, consistently, and within required timelines.
  • •Conduct quality assurance activities such as learning walks, data analysis, impact reviews, lesson planning support, and inspection preparation.
  • •Lead, deploy, and develop Inclusion Teachers and Learning Support Assistants, ensuring high-quality coaching, performance monitoring, and professional growth.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (required)
  • •Postgraduate qualification or certification in SEN/Inclusion (required)
  • •Minimum 2–3 years experience in a SENCO, Inclusion Lead, or equivalent role in a primary school setting
  • •Strong understanding of KHDA/DSIB inclusion expectations and the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework
  • •A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments
Experience:2-3 yearsEducationInclusionKHDADSIB
Education:Bachelor's in Education
Skills:CommunicationLeadershipCoachingOrganizationProblem-solving
Languages:English

Company Brief

GEMS Education
GEMS Education is a Dubai-based global operator of private K–12 schools, running a large network of international schools and education services focused on delivering curriculum, teacher development, and student innovation programmes worldwide.
Industry: Education
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2000
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