Director of Student Support Services

**Salary**:
Teacher's Payscale (M1-M6) + Overseas Allowance + Position of Responsibility

**Job type**:
Full Time, Permanent

**Start date**:
1 August 2025

28 February 2025

**Job overview**:
The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). BISR is also a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). The school follows the English curriculum, greatly enriched by the local and international context. Learning is holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being.

We are seeking a capable Director of Student Support Services (SENDCo) to direct a consistent and collaborative approach across all central Student Support Services to ensure high-impact provision that benefits all students. The incumbent is accountable for the delivery of exceptional student support standards, in alignment with organisational policies and objectives.

Full Job Description is available here:

- Director of Student Support Services (SENDCo) - JD (Jan 2025)
- Be enthusiastic, highly motivated and with a strong track record of working within a similar type of role.
- Show evidence of related experience within a large establishment. Prior experience of working within a school environment will be a clear advantage.
- Be proactive in their approach to dealing with interactions with external and internal enquires in line with the school’s expected high standards;
- Go the extra mile, including working outside of standard school hours, ensuring service level delivery is met;
- Further develop the vision for an inclusive culture.
- Contribute to curriculum development to ensure that students with SEND experience a deep and rich curriculum (including careers provision/leadership specialism).
- Support to ensure a nurturing culture and bespoke provision for students with additional needs.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and be able to deal effectively and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and teams;
- Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto
- Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co-curricular programme and community events.
- Hold an appropriate UK or UK-recognised teaching qualification.

**We can offer**:

- Highly motivated and engaged students
- A school with a strong sense of community
- A learning focused school committed to staff development
- Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and the school's enrichment programmes- The opportunity to live, work and travel in a unique, beautiful and fast changing country.

**To apply, please follow the link**:
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**BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.**

**For more information about the school please visit our website**:
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**About**British International School Riyadh**:
**British International School Riyadh**
- PO Box 85769, 2786 Ibrahim Mubarak, Said Ad Dusari Street 7693
- Riyadh
- 11612
- Saudi Arabia

+966 200 33963

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. Offering a dynamic, globally-minded education rooted in the British curriculum, BISR fosters a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where students thrive academically and personally. With state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated team of educators, the school provides an enriching experience that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills, preparing students for success in an ever-evolving world.

A highly respected, not-for-profit educational institution with seven campuses across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, BISR serves nearly 3000 students aged 3-18 from over 90 nationalities, and is supported by 538 dedicated staff.

BISR leverages Saudi Arabia's rich cultural heritage. It encourages its diverse community and partnerships with service learning to inspire students to engage with complex global issues and develop as responsible global citizens.

Since 1979, the school has delivered high-quality education to the expatriate community. It is accredite