Learning Support Coordinator

Summary:

Learning Support Coordinator role with a focus on inclusive education and student support.

About the School:

A school committed to international education, cultural diversity, and innovation, offering a comprehensive curriculum from early years through to secondary education.

The Opportunity:

The Learning Support Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed. This position leads the development and implementation of inclusive learning strategies across all phases of the school, ensuring a consistent and effective approach to supporting students with additional learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the whole-school Learning Support programme.
• Establish and maintain a consistent case-management system across campuses and phases.
• Coordinate Learning Support staffing, timetables, and intervention groups to ensure equitable provision.
• Chair or coordinate regular inclusion meetings to review cases and agree on next steps.
• Collaborate with Senior Leadership to align inclusion provision with the school’s strategic direction.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Master’s Degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification in Special Education or Learning Support.
• At least 4 years of experience in a Learning Support/Special Education role, including experience as a Coordinator.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including specific diagnoses.
• Experience with assessment, ILP development, and implementation.
• Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and inclusive pedagogy.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting specialist evaluations.
• Understanding of the IB philosophy and experience with IBDP curriculum and assessment.
• Familiarity with IB access arrangements and inclusive assessment policies.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred

• PYP teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Italian Special Education laws and procedures.
• Proficiency in Italian.
• Experience in an internationally-minded, inclusive school setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development opportunities.