Head of Inclusion, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hartland International School
United Arab Emirates
- Salary:
- Competitive and attractive tax-free salary, high quality fully furnished accommodation, private medical insurance, annual airfare to home country and an ‘End of Service Gratuity’.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2024
- Apply by:
- 12 May 2024
Job overview
Hartland International School is seeking a highly qualified, passionate, and experienced Whole School Head of Inclusion to continue leading our mission of creating a truly inclusive learning environment for all the students in our care.
Our School
The school, which opened in September 2015, has established a reputation for excellence in learning, teaching and leadership and with a student body of nearly 1700 students from 108 different nationalities, Hartland truly is an international community. We are a school where a strong blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support for all, targets and inspires excellence. All that we do is underpinned by a values-based family community of teachers, children and parents providing the best possible education for every child in our care.
The Post
Hartland International School is seeking a highly qualified, passionate, and experienced Whole School Head of Inclusion to continue leading our mission creating a truly inclusive learning environment for all the students in our care. This key leadership role requires a deep understanding of inclusive education practices, strong communication skills, and expertise in navigating the regulatory framework for Students of Determination (SEND) within the context of the British curriculum. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing inclusive practices across all aspects of school life, and ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Building on the exceptional strategy and practice that has already been developed and put in place by our SENCO and her highly skilled and experienced team, this is an exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate to take the lead on our journey to “Outstanding” in the inspection framework.
Key responsibilities:
• Lead the development and implementation of inclusive education policies and practices across the school, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff in the implementation of inclusive teaching and learning practices.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between teachers, support staff, and external agencies to ensure the holistic well-being and academic success of all students.
• Stay abreast of developments in the field of inclusive education, continuously updating knowledge and skills to enhance the school's provision for Students of Determination.
• Foster a culture of inclusion and diversity within the school community, promoting understanding, acceptance, and respect for all individuals.
• Work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure effective communication and partnership in supporting students who receive support from the Inclusion Team.
• Work closely with the regulatory authorities and outside agencies to ensure best quality of delivery for all children
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching certification.
• A Masters in SEN or the National Award for SENCO is required to ensure compliancy with local regulations.
• Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements preferred
• Strong understanding of the regulatory framework for Students of Determination in Dubai, including DSIB inspection requirements.
• Extensive experience working in a leadership capacity within a SEN role, preferably within a British curriculum school setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven track record of implementing inclusive education practices and supporting the needs of students with diverse learning needs.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a school leadership position
• Have exceptional communication skills
• Be committed to the Hartland Values which can be found on our website
Join our dedicated team and contribute to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.
In return you will have the opportunity to work in a premium state-of-the-art modern school with a committed and dedicated staff. We have a pro-active approach to continuing professional, personal development and wellbeing, and the successful candidate will join a school where our values and our community are integral to our ethos. You will receive a competitive and attractive tax-free salary, high quality fully furnished accommodation, private medical insurance, annual airfare to home country and an ‘End of Service Gratuity’.
Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Hartland International School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.
The school is also committed to equality of opportunity and to the culture and principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
The closing date for this position is 19 May 2024. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview on receipt of applications, prior to the closing deadline. Interviews will take place in Dubai or via zoom. Start date for this position is August 2024.
Candidates wishing to apply should complete the school application form and upload it with a detailed CV and covering letter to the HR Manager, Mrs Elizabeth Riley. Please include a recent photograph.
Your application should contain the names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional referees, one of which must be your current Head of School. Applications will only be considered if they are complete and sent through the TES portal. Please do not email your application directly.
Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About Hartland International School
- Hartland International School
- Sobha Hartland, Nad Al Sheba, Mohammed Bin Rashid, Al Maktoum City
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates
Located in the heart of Dubai in a developing residential community, Hartland’s unique vantage point is the iconic landmark of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown business and financial area of the city. Hartland International School is in its seventh year of operation and is already an established name on the educational landscape of Dubai.
Our student body consists of just over 1,600 students from over 100 nationalities, making Hartland a truly international community where a strong blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support for all, targets and inspires excellence. All that we do is underpinned by a values-based family community of teachers, children and parents providing the best possible education for every child in our care.
We offer the Early Years Foundation Stage programme, followed by the National Curriculum for England across primary and Key Stage 3, with a full and wide range of GCSEs and A Levels in the upper secondary. The school is an accredited COBIS member, has received The Challenge Award from NACE and is a member of BSME.
The vision at Hartland is to create a leading British international school, through a unique blend of traditional values and innovative approaches to education. Our aim is that our students are fully prepared for life in a global society and are empowered to embrace their role as good citizens who are able to make the best possible contributions to said society. We teach the importance of this by going much deeper into the meaning of what it is to live a good life. We also highlight to our students the values that we take for granted that some people are campaigning to achieve in other parts of the world. We call this rich blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support “The Hartland Way” which is the bedrock of our strong values-driven education
Modelled on the richness of the best international approaches to education, some of our unique features include:
Specialist subject teachers across all year groups
Hartland opens pathways to learn from specialist subject teachers such as art, design and technology, computing, languages and music across the primary phase of the school. This enriches the learning experience for each child and ensures that the secondary transition is seamless.
An inclusive school
With over 100 nationalities, Hartland is truly an International School and a microcosm of the very fabric of the Dubai international community landscape. We are proud that we are bringing a new and diverse global community together.
Exclusive performing arts curriculum
We are committed to the delivery of the arts across our curriculum and believe that it has a crucial place in the timetable. With specialist teachers delivering Drama and Music across the primary phase, and with external specialist partnerships for Dance and instrumental lessons, we offer a unique access to our children to experiment with expression through the arts. Our curriculum philosophy supports our aim to unleash a child’s potential through expression and creativity helping build confidence and social skills necessary for future success.
Unique language immersion programme
To help students shape, retain and connect with the world, Hartland offers multiple language learning opportunities with a unique language immersion programme and an option to choose from 4 languages in the primary phase: Spanish, French, German and Mandarin. In Year 7, we add Italian to the language options available.
Commitment to digital innovation
Embedding digital technology into the classroom to inspire creativity, collaboration, sharing and innovation is a key component of the core curriculum. With Computing and Computational Thinking delivered from Year 3, providing the right environment that will encourage innovated thinking is an intrinsic part of our philosophy. A BYOD Policy operates also from Year 5.
State-of-the-art facilities
A purpose-built campus with smaller class sizes and specialised learning spaces encourages students to thrive academically, physically, socially and creatively. Our 650 seat professional theatre provides a platform for our students and our community and whether through our LAMDA courses or our musical performances, this space allows all children to use and access state of the art facilities through their normal everyday learning.
Personalised learning
A high level of challenge and support to fit a wide variety of learning styles is a non-negotiable as we expertly build the knowledge foundation that students need with our holistic approach to education. We aim at all times to ignite a passion for learning through intellectual challenge, innovative approaches to both learning and teaching and a stimulating enrichment programme beyond the confines of the classroom.
Our commitment to sport and fitness is thriving and our facilities ensure that all interests are catered for. With over 160 different enrichment opportunities every week, whether a child’s passion lies in rugby, football, netball, rounders, karate, yoga, skiing, swimming or sailing, there will be a sport that fits their profile. This is reflected in our student, staff and parent wellbeing programme and all are welcome to participate.
A Hartland education cultivates and nurtures a supportive and compassionate environment that encourages and celebrates high aspirations and levels of achievement for all. It empowers our children to think creatively, analytically, collaboratively and also independently, in a safe and happy environment with state-of-the-art new technologies. We commit to enriching the lives of children with a sense of confidence, integrity and courage, and a deep understanding of their role in global society and of the culture in which we are privileged to live. The “Hartland Way” supports and encourages each child on this journey to success.
Safer Recruitment Statement
Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Hartland International School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.
Our School Prospectuses can be found here
Foundation Stage Brochure 2022 - 2023.pdf
Primary School Prospecture 2023-2024
Sixth Form Prospectus 2022-2024.pdf
Please follow the links below to view our School website and Facebook page
http://www.hartlandinternational.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Hartlandinternationalschool/
Which School Advisor ranking of September 2023
Hartland International School Review - WhichSchoolAdvisor
Copies of all school inspection and review reports are available on our school website on this link: https://www.hartlandinternational.com/inspection-reports/
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