Head of Inclusion - Secondary

Mesaieed International School

We are seeking an exceptional and visionary Head of Inclusion to lead the development of a world-class, evidence-informed inclusion department at Mesaieed International School. This new position represents a pivotal moment in our school s journey and a clear statement of our unwavering commitment to equity and excellence for every learner.

You will play a key role in shaping an inclusive culture that ensures all students, including those with additional needs, disabilities, or barriers to learning, can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. As the strategic leader for Inclusion, you will ensure that every student s right to access, progress, and achievement is realised through high-quality, adaptive teaching at the classroom level and targeted support that complements, not replaces, excellent teaching.

You will lead a small team of 5 teaching assistants and an Assistant Head of Inclusion, embedding clarity, consistency, and high expectations across every aspect of SEND and inclusion practice. Central to your work will be the establishment of a strong, sustainable, and collaborative department, rooted in the principle that inclusion means support, in class provision. You will model and promote the belief that inclusion begins with Quality First Teaching, where the needs of all learners are anticipated, lessons are responsive, and adaptations are purposeful, and evidence informed. Through coaching, professional development, and strong systems of collaboration, you will empower every teacher to take ownership of inclusion in their classroom, ensuring that high-quality teaching remains the first and most powerful form of intervention.

As a member of the school s leadership team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of Mesaieed International School as we continue our journey to excellence. You will champion the voice of students with additional needs, ensuring their lived experiences inform the evolution of our curriculum, assessment, and wellbeing systems. You will also strengthen partnerships with families, external agencies, and the wider QatarEnergy network, ensuring that our inclusive practices align with international standards and reflect our local context.

This is an exciting and transformative time for Mesaieed International School. The establishment of this dedicated leadership role underscores our belief that equity and excellence go hand in hand. The successful candidate will be instrumental in building the structures, culture, and professional expertise that define the next phase of our inclusion journey, one that ensures every learner is seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement a whole-school vision for inclusion and attendance that aligns with MIS s Framework for Excellence, ensuring equity, access, and high expectations are embedded in every aspect of school life
• Provision and Systems: Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of all SEND and inclusion systems, including identification, support planning, access arrangements and IEP cycles, ensuring clarity, compliance, and measurable impact
• Attendance: Act as the school s strategic lead for attendance, ensuring that attendance, punctuality, and engagement are integral to inclusion and academic success
• Team Leadership and Professional Development: Line-manage the Inclusion team, providing coaching, professional development, and accountability to drive evidence-informed practice, alongside leading wider staff training in inclusive pedagogy
• Quality First Teaching: Lead the implementation of adaptive teaching strategies across all subjects, ensuring classroom practice remains the foundation of inclusive education and that targeted interventions complement, not replace, high-quality teaching
• Student Progress and Support: Monitor the academic, social, and emotional progress of students with additional needs, coordinating targeted interventions and ensuring all students have access to the full breadth of the curriculum
• Family and Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with parents and carers, maintaining open, solution-focused communication and ensuring families are empowered to participate in decision-making
• Safeguarding and Wellbeing: Work closely with pastoral, safeguarding teams and external agencies to ensure early identification, coordinated support, and holistic care for students experiencing barriers to learning or attendance