Head of Inclusion

Head of Inclusion required for August 2025

The English College, Dubai, seeks a positive, reflective and strategic Deputy Headteacher, Head of Inclusion, to be a key member of the Whole School Leadership Team for August 2025. This is an incredibly important Whole School position with the postholder reporting directly to the Principal. The successful candidate will be a visionary, strategic thinker who can inspire colleagues across the whole school to ensure inclusion is at the forefront of our school strategy. Considering the scope and impact of this role, they will need to be very well organised and not afraid to pitch in to help where necessary. They will have clearly articulated, high expectations of all staff and students with the support and guidance needed to make their vision a reality. We are seeking a leader who has a growth mindset, is open and willing to learn and shows honesty, integrity and vulnerability; they will be expected to engage in professional learning with the mindset that everyone can always improve. We are seeking a professional who is passionate about encouraging students to grow and develop holistically - academically, emotionally, physically and socially.

The successful candidate will be positive, enthusiastic, highly qualified and committed, with an excellent track record of impact. They will be a strategic and visionary leader, having the resilience to balance the unpredictable day-to-day demands of senior leadership while having an impactful change on their portfolio. The Head of Inclusion is responsible for the coordination, liaison and management of the student support provision across the school. This specifically relates to ensuring appropriate provision for students identified as needing SEN, EAL and MAT support. They will also coordinate support for our Emirati students, liaise with external support services and lead safeguarding across the school, potentially acting as the DSL. The successful candidate will lead and line manage several members of staff across the school, including leaders, teachers, and support staff. This role will suit someone who is ambitious, hardworking and a real team player.

Teaching and leadership roles at EC offer a fun, exciting and incredibly rewarding challenge and an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking school, rated Outstanding by BSO (2022) and Very Good by DSIB (2024). The successful candidate will also be an outstanding leader and will demonstrate a creative approach to teaching and learning with the ability to inspire and motivate students with a diverse range of talents and abilities. Candidates must also have the necessary skills and vision to have the highest of expectations for all, using data to meet the needs of all learners, offering appropriate challenge and support where necessary.

Applicants will need to be sympathetic with the ethos and values of The English College. We are looking for a highly committed team player with the drive, energy and passion to develop this forward-looking school. You should also illustrate a capacity to help students achieve their absolute best as part of a team, a proactive commitment to the pastoral care and wellbeing of our learners, and a willingness to contribute to the thriving extracurricular life of our school. The successful candidate will need to play a significant role in the safeguarding of our students.

The English College is an established, independent, and co-educational British curriculum all-through school (EYFS through to Year 13). We are well-resourced with great facilities - we opened a new Secondary Building in August 2020 with 2 drama studios, a fitness suite, sports hall, specialised art and music rooms and science labs. We have a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the centre of our mission. Our students are motivated, committed and love learning. Our staff are passionate and outstanding teaching professionals, and we are committed to providing excellent and ongoing CPD opportunities. Our parents are supportive and involved in the learning, attainment and progress of their children.

The English College is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach.

The English College is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a growing group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area. Learning is at the heart of everything we do for our students, colleagues and parents. We are committed to continuous improvement.

Successful applicants will:

• Be honest, transparent and have integrity.
• Hold a QTS or PGCE teaching qualification, preferably from the UK.
• Have a minimum of five years experience of teaching.
• Be able to provide an ICPC and a UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check.
• Be professional in appearance and conduct.
• Be willing to contribute to the wider curriculum and support the vision of the school.