GEMS Group Holdings Limited Hiring for Inclusion Advisor at Dubai Full Time

Vacancy Details

14384 – Inclusion Advisor – September 2023

Location: UAE – Dubai About the Role We are looking for an outstanding Inclusion Advisor to join our experienced team at GEMS Wellington International School from September 2023 to play a key role in ensuring that GEMS Wellington International School offers, maintains and develops an inclusive approach and experience for all students.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and support Inclusive practice

Create, drive and regularly review an action plan with clear targets, time-scales and success criteria that is reflective of the Inclusion targets on the school development plan and the Inclusive education improvement plan Lead and coordinate the referral system for all phases Support all staff in understanding the needs of the students of determination Be an active member of the Inclusive Education Support team and the Inclusive Education Action Team Develop and coordinate professional development opportunities for LSA, LA, parent and staff training and evaluate impact Support with the interpretation of specialist assessment data to inform practice Lead SENDCo surgeries where appropriate Support with parent meetings where needed Support with the creation of alternative pathways and individual timetables for students Support staff in creating a stimulating learning environment for Inclusive teaching and learning Support in ensuring the Infinity Zone is a stimulating learning environment for teaching and learning Keep up to date with relevant research and theories in order to ensure that innovative approaches are developed to insure Inclusive practice for students of determination

Behaviour Support

Create, coordinate and monitor student behaviour plans Create behaviour programmes for students Undertake classroom observations to support staff with the behaviour management of individual students Play a key role in SENDCo surgeries for students on behaviour plans Provide non crisis intervention support to LSAs and teaching staff Develop and coordinate PD for LSA, LA, parent and staff training with regards to behaviour management and ABA techniques and evaluate impact

Links with the wider community

Develop relationships and create a database of services available in the community for students of determination and their families Act as the link with the External SEND providers (speech / OT) who work within school Organise the schedule for room usage for external provider visits To ensure all correct documentation is in place for external SEND providers entering the school premises Maintain current knowledge of assessment and treatment techniques, criminal justice systems, and community resources using in-service training, seminars, workshops, and publications

The successful candidate will have:

B.Ed or subject related degree Experience of working with students with SEND The ability to share your outstanding practice Must have the ability to work well in a team and with other colleagues ABA, CBT or other recognised behaviour adaptation training Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents
About Your Benefits All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:
Competitive tax-free salary, tuition fee concession, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence, and end of Service Gratuity.
GEMS staff also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards which provides significant savings on day to day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
About GEMS Trusted for over 60 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 170,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division.
About the School An outstanding school in Dubai, GEMS Wellington International School offers exceptional learning opportunities for students aged 3 to 18. Following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum in The Early Years, the National Curriculum for England to Year 11 and the International Baccalaureate at Years 12 and 13. Every year our students achieve GCSE and IB results that are world class and some of the most successful students in Dubai study at WIS before going onto global universities of the highest caliber. As a HPL World Class Award school, our learning experience is significant in supporting both critical thinking and independence. Our dynamic school environment combined with the extensive range of extra-curricular experiences enables students to succeed and to aspire at every stage of their learning journey. The entire school community, a truly international one, is passionate and committed to ensuring all are recognised and celebrated for their individual strengths, enabled as lifelong learners and nurtured as future leaders.
About Application Process If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application.
To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
1. Resume/CV
2. Passport-size photograph
In line with the UAE’s Emiratisation goals, GEMS welcomes and encourages applications from UAE nationals to join our fast-growing team.
Important Note : GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment.