Alternative Pathway (SEND) Teacher – Dubai, UAE – January 2027

An established IB World School in Dubai is recruiting an experienced Alternative Pathway (SEND) Teacher to join its Inclusion department in January 2027.

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma and Career-related Programmes, serving pupils from a wide range of educational and cultural backgrounds.

This position would suit a specialist teacher with experience supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), particularly those requiring an alternative or adapted learning pathway.

The Teaching Opportunity

Working within an established Inclusion team, the successful candidate will support students with additional learning needs while contributing to the school's inclusive approach to teaching and learning.

The role calls for a teacher who can adapt curriculum content, use assessment to inform individual learning priorities and work collaboratively with colleagues to help students achieve their potential.

Experience supporting students with different learning profiles, developing appropriate teaching strategies and monitoring individual progress will be particularly valuable.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor of Education or a relevant degree together with a recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent.
• At least three years' experience teaching within Inclusion or SEND provision.
• Strong knowledge of differentiated teaching, assessment and supporting students with additional learning needs.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers, specialist colleagues and families.
• A commitment to inclusive education and supporting students within a culturally diverse school community.

Experience teaching within the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Diploma Programme (DP) would be advantageous, but is not essential. Applications from experienced SEND teachers working with other curricula are also welcomed.

Additional qualifications in Inclusion or Special Educational Needs would be beneficial.

Salary and Benefits

The school offers a competitive employment package including:

• Tax-free salary.
• Furnished accommodation.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Premium medical and life insurance.
• UAE employment visa and work permit.
• School tuition fee concession.
• Professional development opportunities, including IB training where relevant.

Start date: January 2027.

Experienced SEND teachers interested in this specialist teaching opportunity are invited to apply through Teaching Abroad Direct with an up-to-date CV.