Special Educational Needs Coordinator

About the school

Due to continued growth, The Royal Grammar School Guildford Qatar (RGSGQ) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join one of the leading British international schools in the Middle East.

The RGS Guildford Qatar has developed a strong partnership with RGS Guildford in the UK, a prestigious UK independent school with a tradition and rich history for providing outstanding education. We also have strong links with our international sister schools throughout the world.

The RGS Guildford, Qatar is an all-through British school offering a co-educational British curriculum for children aged 3 to 18. The school opened in September 2016 and now welcomes over 785 students to its campus which is just 20 minutes from the Pearl and the new Lusail city. Students follow the English Early Years Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and at Key Stage 4 a comprehensive range of IGCSE courses. At post-16 the school offers a range of AS levels. The school has a reputation for high quality teaching and learning and has a range of excellent sports facilities which include an astro turf, sports hall and an open-air swimming pool.

Our values and vision

The RGSGQ believes passionately in preparing our students for the challenges of a rapidly changing, global future, as well as providing them with excellent foundations so that they can have the most ambitious of aspirations at university and beyond. Our teachers nurture and develop all those transferable skills which will set up our students irrespective of their chosen path: thinking critically, being independent and creative, being resilient and self-motivated; collaborating and working together and being equally confident as leader or as part of a team.

Our core values of scholarship, inclusivity, integrity, courage and respect underpin every aspect of school life. Embedded across both the curriculum and wider school experience, these values support the development of well rounded, grounded and considerate individuals who are committed to making the most of every opportunity and contributing positively to others.

RGSGQ offers a strong British pastoral provision alongside a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. We promote a culture of high expectations, where academic success, personal growth and character development are equally valued.

About the role

The SENCO will lead the strategic development and day to day delivery of SEND provision across EYFS, Primary and Secondary phases.

This is a whole school leadership role with responsibility for:

Developing and implementing a high quality SEND programme across the school

Leading and managing a team of SEN assistants

Supporting staff in planning, adapting and delivering inclusive teaching

Coordinating provision for students with additional needs

Delivering targeted SEN interventions and, where required, teaching SEN lessons

Working closely with parents, external agencies and senior leaders

Monitoring student progress and ensuring effective provision and outcomes

The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening inclusive practice and ensuring high expectations for all learners.

We are looking for a candidate who has:

A recognized degree in education or a related field

A teaching qualification such as PGCE or QTS

Proven experience teaching the National Curriculum for England

Experience working with students with SEND across a range of needs

The National Award for SEN Coordination or equivalent (desirable)

Experience leading or supporting SEND provision within a school

Strong organizational and leadership skills

The ability to work collaboratively with staff, students and parents

A commitment to high quality teaching and learning

A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school

What we offer

Competitive tax-free salary

Housing allowance

Private medical insurance

Annual return flights

End of service gratuity

Comprehensive induction and onboarding

Safeguarding

RGSGQ is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including an enhanced DBS check.

If you are looking for a unique international teaching opportunity and that next step in your career, then please get in touch to find out more. We look forward to hearing from you.