Primary Inclusion Teacher - August 2026 start

Company Description

Arcadia British School - Dubai is an exciting, forward-thinking international community built on a strong UAE vision where innovation and growth sit at the forefront. The vast expat-community provides vibrancy and inclusivity and thus promise a variety of exciting activities and events beyond the workplace.

It is a wonderful place to grow professionally and personally where all citizens are welcomed to immerse themselves within the culture and the community. Arcadia School prides itself on its outstanding inclusive learning environment. We are committed to fostering a community where each student feels valued, supported, and motivated to achieve their full potential.

Our dedication to inclusion is fundamental to our educational principles.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Primary Inclusion Teacher role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Primary Inclusion Teacher will plan and deliver differentiated lessons that support diverse learning needs within mainstream primary classrooms, ensuring that all students can access the curriculum.

The role involves developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), monitoring student progress, and adjusting strategies based on data and assessment. The teacher will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, specialist staff, and families to promote inclusive practices, provide in-class support, and share effective strategies for student engagement.

Responsibilities also include contributing to staff training on inclusion, maintaining accurate records, participating in school events and meetings, and supporting a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• To ensure the curriculum is delivered in an exciting and challenging way and meets the needs of individual pupils.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external partners to ensure a nurturing and inclusive learning atmosphere.
• Provide effective support and guidance to primary students, fostering their academic and personal growth.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of inclusive strategies within the primary phase.
• Actively engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Comply with all Arcadia policies
• Assist teachers in the development of children’s individual goals e.g. assist with planning
• Familiarise themselves with and work towards the child’s IEP
• Set up and maintain appropriate learning environments
• Attend and participate in all required meetings
• Support and oversee the IEP writing process.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality where individual needs are concerned
• Encourage open communication between themselves and the class teachers
• Communicate professionally at all times with pupils, their families, outside agencies and all staff members
• Collaborate with the Head of Inclusion (and line manager if different) to ensure the above criteria is met

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
• Fully qualified teacher holding BEd, MEd, PGCE, QTS or equivalent.
• A SENCO or similar specialist teaching qualification relating to the support of those with additional needs.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an inclusion teacher, SENCO or other role relating to specialist student support.
• Secure knowledge of the National Curriculum for England.

Arcadia Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced background checks according to our safer recruitment policy available on the school's website.