Primary SEND Teacher - January 2025

Uptown International School is an accredited, leading IB World School located in Mirdif, Dubai. We are recruiting for an engaging , fully-qualified SEND Teacher to join our new special needs provision.

Uptown International School

Uptown is a truly international, IB World School that serves our whole community. We provide a world-class education and expect excellent educational outcomes. This provides for a stimulating environment, where hard work and commitment are rewarded. We are committed to continuous improvement as individuals and as a school. If you want to join us on that journey, make a genuine difference to children’s lives and become a better teacher then please read on! We are proud to be one of few IB continuum schools in the UAE and uphold the IB philosophy in all that we do. The result is a community of students, parents and staff that are highly supportive of the aims of the school and work together to maximise opportunities for all. A strong focus on professional development and world-class facilities allow Uptown teachers to be imaginative and innovative when delivering the curriculum.

The Role

We are looking for a Primary SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Teacher to join our team in January 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons to students with varying special needs and disabilities, ensuring that each child receives a tailored educational experience. 

Taaleem

We are part of the Taaleem group of schools. Taaleem is the second largest provider of education in the region and a group that has an absolute focus on education. As a Taaleem teacher, you will join one of the largest, most respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Taaleem (which means ‘education’ in Arabic) was established in 2004 and now has over 9,000 students attending our ten international schools and pre-schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Taaleem is also one of the Middle East’s leading IB workshop providers for PYP, MYP, DP and CP. Taaleem is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents.

What do we look for?

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification
• - Experience working with students with special educational needs and disabilities
• - Strong understanding of different learning styles and the ability to adapt teaching methods accordingly
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• - Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with children with special needs

What we offer

We are committed to developing our staff and run regular professional development workshops to ensure that our teachers are equipped to provide students with the best possible educational experience. 

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, private medical insurance, accommodation and annual air ticket.

Taaleem and Uptown School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all appropriate checks will be made during the recruitment process.