SENCO Teacher

We are looking for a SENCo who can move beyond coordination into system leadership — someone who can build adult capability, drive early intervention, and ensure consistently high-quality inclusive practice across multiple settings.

If you want, I can turn this into:

• a one-page person specification (Ofsted-ready)
• or interview questions aligned to each competency
• or a scoring grid for shortlisting

Experience and knowledge (essential)

You are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children aged 2–5, particularly those with a range of SEND needs
• Understands early identification and intervention
• Has working knowledge of statutory SEND processes, including Early Support Plans and EHCPs
• Has experience making timely referrals to external services
• Demonstrates strong understanding of child development, the EYFS framework, and inclusive practice
• Has experience working with parents/carers and multi-professional teams
• Knows effective strategies for inclusion and quality first teaching

Skills and abilities (essential)

You are looking for someone who can:

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across more than one setting
• Implement and manage the graduated approach (universal, targeted, specialist)
• Assess, monitor, and track progress of children with SEND
• Support and coach staff with practical strategies and adaptations
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals
• Demonstrate strong organisation, time management, and flexibility

Pay: KD250.000 - KD350.000 per hour

Expected hours: 48.0 per week

Work Location: In person