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Job Summary
1: Professional Knowledge and Understanding
Applicants should possess the following knowledge and understanding:
- develop and oversee the implementation of the school’s SEN strategy and policy
- carry out assessments of pupils with SEN to identify needs and monitor progress – including observations in the classroom and meeting with teachers and parents
- work with classroom teachers, the school leadership team, parents and relevant external agencies to develop, implement and monitor individual support/learning plans
- provide regular updates on pupil progress through written reports and meetings with parents
- make referrals and liaise with professionals outside of the school – this could include psychologists, health and social care providers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists
- provide advice, guidance and training to classroom teachers on supporting pupils with SEN
- support teachers to develop schemes of work and learning programmes for pupils with SEN
- support teachers to develop and implement effective teaching and behaviour management approaches in the classroom
- manage and advise on the school budget and resources for SEN provision
- develop and maintain systems for keeping pupil records, ensuring information is accurate and up to date
- analyse school, local and national data and develop appropriate strategies and interventions
- manage SEN teachers, teaching assistants and support staff to improve pupil progress and attainment
- keep up to date with national and local policies related to SEN and cascade information to colleagues.
2: Professional Skills and Experience
Applicants should be able to demonstrate recent and relevant knowledge and experience of:
- Curriculum development and planning
- Assessment Practices
- Leading the development of whole-school policies and practices
- Completing/contributing to the school Self Evaluation Form (SEF) and School
- Development Plans for SEN
3: Leadership and Management Skills
Applicants should be able to demonstrate from their experience the ability to:
- Promote and sustain high standards.
- Inspire, lead and motivate students and staff to influence the quality of student achievement and initiate change.
- Contribute to self-evaluation exercises and whole school development.
- Manage the performance of other members of staff.
- Share expertise, skills, and knowledge with staff.
- Develop and maintain high standards and expectations.
- Have a personal impact and presence to be able to initiate change and achieve excellence.
4: Personal Skills and Attributes
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of commitment and professionalism.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
- Be able to create and maintain effective partnerships with staff, the school board, parents, students, and the wider school community.
- Be a good team player and be able to lead and inspire by being an excellent role model.
- Be able to work independently and on own initiative.
- Seek advice and support when necessary.
- Have good time management skills and an ability to plan and prioritize work and tasks for you and your phase team.
- Maintain a personal commitment to professional development linked to the competencies necessary to deliver the requirements of this post.
- Be approachable, positive, flexible and enthusiastic with a good sense of humor.
