Head of Inclusion (Elementary Schools) - Northern Emirates

Bloom Education is now recruiting for qualified and experienced Head of Inclusion positions for our Ajyal Schools based in the Northern Emirates, due to open in August 2024. 

This is your opportunity to be a part of a vibrant learning community that values diversity, professional development and innovation.

Our Ajyal schools in the Northern Emirates are the outcome of a unique partnership between the government and the private sectors which provides an alternative education model in the United Arab Emirates. This strategic partnership between the public and private sectors stimulates an exceptional exchange of global experiences and supports the UAE national agenda to create a sustainable, knowledge-based, and competitive economy.

Responsibilities:

• A commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
• To articulate a vision for their specialist area of Inclusion in the context of the schools ethos and vision
• Lead, manage, co-ordinate, maintain, develop, monitor and evaluate the progress made for children within the Inclusion Department
• To make a full contribution to the processes of planning, resource management, policy development and implementation across the school through the effective leadership and management of the Inclusion Team 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Cultural sensitivity
• Experience of building relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers
• The ability to build the trust of community groups
• Self-motivation and an ability to use initiative
• flexibility and the ability to work across all levels and meet changing requirements

Requirements:

• BA in Education OR PGCE, alongside a Special Education Qualification
• A minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 3 years of experience in a Senior Leadership position
• Excellent communication skills and ability to write detailed reports
• Must be fluent in both Arabic and English

Our remuneration packages are competitive locally and internationally with an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits. We also encourage and support the pursuit of Continuing Professional Development where relevant and feasible.

The successful candidate will be required to submit a letter of application and CV, together with a copy of passport, education certificates, and police clearance to complete the online application process. In the CV, please include the names and contact email addresses of three professional referees one of which must be a current Principal.

Bloom Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence before appointment.