Primary SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
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About This Role
Newton British School (NBS) – Al Waab
Newton British School is seeking to appoint an experienced and dedicated
Primary SENCO
to join our thriving British international school in Doha.
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner and skilled leader to play a key role in shaping inclusive provision and ensuring every child is supported to achieve their potential.
About The Role
This is a full-time position in which the successful candidate will lead and develop provision for pupils with additional learning needs, working collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure high-quality support and inclusive practice across the primary phase.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage provision for students with special educational needs and additional learning needs across the primary school
- Identify, assess and monitor students requiring additional support, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place
- Coordinate and oversee individual support plans, targets and provision mapping
- Support teachers in planning differentiated learning and inclusive classroom practice
- Coach and mentor staff to strengthen high-quality teaching for all learners
- Monitor the progress of students with additional needs and use data to inform next steps and interventions
- Work in partnership with parents, teachers and external professionals to support student outcomes
- Lead review meetings and contribute to multi-agency collaboration where appropriate
- Support the development and implementation of the school’s inclusion and SEND strategy
- Ensure compliance with school policies and relevant local and international SEND guidance
- Contribute to safeguarding and pastoral support for vulnerable students
- Support the Senior Management Team in driving an inclusive school culture and wider school improvement priorities
About You
- We are looking for a passionate and experienced professional who:
- Holds a BA in Special Educational Needs
- Has proven experience as a SENCO or in a significant SEND leadership role
- Holds, or is working towards, a recognised SENCO/Inclusion qualification (desirable)
- Has strong knowledge of SEND practice, interventions and inclusive teaching strategies
- Has experience working collaboratively with parents and external agencies
- Demonstrates strong leadership, organisation and communication skills
- Is committed to high standards, inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners
Why Join Newton British School?
- A supportive and collaborative leadership team
- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression within the Newton Group
- A strong commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing
- A vibrant, diverse international school community
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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