JOB DESCRIPTION

Aldar Academies are seeking a Head of Inclusion for Al Bateen Academy
commencing Academic Year ‎2023-‎2024.

Al Bateen Academy is located in the center of the city of Abu Dhabi and is a
hugely popular school based in a vibrant community. The school is a high
achieving British and IB World School (Years ‎7 to ‎13) easily exceeding IB
Diploma global averages year on year and achieving outstanding I/GCSE results.
The school recently expanded into primary years, starting with FS2 to Year ‎3,
and developed this year to include a full primary provision, FS2 to Year ‎6.
The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is an exciting addition and provides the
community with an all through school experience from FS1 to Year ‎13 offering
PYP, UK and IB Diploma options.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of
schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and
ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of
the region.

Al Bateen Academy is located in the center of the city of Abu Dhabi and is a
hugely popular school based in a vibrant community. The school is a high
achieving British and IB World School (Years ‎7 to ‎13) easily exceeding IB
Diploma global averages year on year and achieving outstanding I/GCSE results.
The school recently expanded into primary years, starting with FS2 to Year ‎3,
and developed this year to include a full primary provision, FS2 to Year ‎6.
The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is an exciting addition and provides the
community with an all through school experience from FS1 to Year ‎13 offering
PYP, UK and IB Diploma options.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of
schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and
ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of
the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

Assist academy in achieving its overall vision and strategic intentions and to
contribute to the achieve-ment of relevant targets as set out in the academy’s
improvement plan and self-evaluation form
Comply with regulations pertaining to health and safety at work legislation
and adhere to academy poli-cies relating to safe working practice and equal
opportunities regulations
Comply with the academy’s Performance Management Policy ensuring challenging
annual targets are set and to fulfil the role of performance management
reviewer if directed to do so by the Principal
Engage in annual training linked to child protection, safeguarding and health
and safety together with all training.deemed appropriate for the purpose of
academy improvement or performance management.
Comply with the academy’s staff dress code at all times including the wearing
of photo ID / lanyard.
Comply with the academy’s computer Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) at all times.
Plan and deliver interventions, across the whole academy.
Coordinate in class support for targeted children.
Writing and reviewing of IEPs.
Implementation of targets.
Liaising with teachers and advising.
Management of HLTAs, LSAs, SEN teachers and Inclusion Assistants.
Responsible for the development of timetables.
Regular analysis of data, that will then inform planning and provision.
Classroom observation of children and appropriate strategies then disseminated
to class/subject teachers.
Regular updating of Edukey.
Delivering of training to staff.
Arrange meetings with parents to support POD children.
Work closely with external agencies to support parents of and students with
POD.
Liaise with the Head of Inclusions across Aldar.
Coordination of access arrangements for IGCSE, GCSE, and IB.
Maintain efficient and effective control of the Department’s resources budget
Ensure a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly
assessed and Health and Safety regulations are observed at all times
Cover for absent colleagues and invigilate examinations as required.
Provide guidance and advice to pupils on educational and social matters
Have a working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal
liabilities;
Offer targeted support in both the primary and secondary phases after school
(two after school sessions a week) Complete administrative and organizational
tasks related to the duties of a class teacher
Have good subject knowledge in both the primary and secondary curriculum in
order to enable effective teaching;
Establish effective working relationships and set an outstanding example
through their presentation and personal and professional conduct;
Endeavour to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and
meet high expectations;
Co-operate with other staff to ensure a sharing and effective usage of
resources to the benefit of the academy, and pupils;
Contribute to the corporate life of the academy through effective
participation in meetings and management systems necessary to coordinate the
leadership and management of the academy;
Take part in marketing and liaison activities such as Open Evenings, Parents
Evenings, Review days and events with partner academies;
Take responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to
academy policies and practices;
Participate in Performance Management arrangements of SEN teachers, LSAs and
HLTAs
QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Special Education or Bachelor’s degree in Equivalent Field
with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
SEN Qualification (Masters level or external certification on an aspect of
SEN). PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Minimum Experience

Experience of a British Curriculum would be advantageous.
‎6 years of experience in SEN.
Previous experience in leading SEN / Learning Support in a Primary/Secondary
school.
Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first
language.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skill

Inter-personal/communication skills
Consistently graded very good/outstanding for teaching and learning
Commitment to school’s vision and IB Philosophy and Mission Statement
Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every
student
Commitment to own CPD
Ability to work under pressure, problem solve,
Deal with challenging situations and be resilient
To be able to maintain confidentiality.
Cultural sensitivity to the needs of our community.
An efficient and effective communicator.
A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

WHAT WE OFFER

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative
schools based in the UAE. We educate over ‎25,000 students across our group of
owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled,
inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive
remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child
school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and
staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching
and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and
opportunities to both lead and con-tribute to training others as well as
developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school
leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to
offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right
to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity
employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also
mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in
their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police
clearance.

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