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Speech and Language Therapist at Safa Community School
Safa Community School
United Arab Emirates
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Salary:Local Contract. Safa Community School salary scale. Salary dependent on experience.Job type:Full Time, PermanentStart date:March 2025Apply by:16 January 2025
Job overview
POST: Speech and Language Therapist at Safa Community School, Dubai
Safa Community School - a beacon of excellence. In 2024, we were honoured with the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ title, a testament to our commitment towards student well-being. In addition, we were proud recipients of the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award’, reflecting our dedication to academic progress. This was further underscored by our 2024 GCSE VA score of +2.2. Our high staff retention rates and inclusion in the top 15 Schools in the UAE by the Schoolscompared.com survey are a source of pride for us all.
At Safa Community School, we are more than just a school-we are a community. With a parent body comprising Expats, including around 35% from the UK, we have fostered a reputation for being a friendly, warm, and community-oriented school. Our positive relationships among staff, parents, and students are a testament to our inclusive approach, making everyone feel welcomed and part of a larger family. This sense of belonging sets us apart and should make you feel at home in our school.
Safa Community School is not just another school but an award-winning all-through UK curriculum school, from FS1 to Year 13, with 2,570. Follow our school Instagram channel for a glimpse into our vibrant community showcasing student achievements, community events, and much more at
safa\_scs. Discover how we nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a thriving environment for every student.
Currently, we are in search of a dynamic and passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our highly accomplished team.
Job Summary
As part of the Inclusion Team and wider school:
Uphold the vision, ethos and policies of the school; Comply with requirements of schools' policies and relevant information for students, families and other stakeholders; Work collaboratively with the Inclusion Team; Work in a manner which contributes to the school continuing to deliver outstanding levels ; Ensure parents are communicated with effectively about student progress; Ensure own behaviour and attitudes align with the school's values and culture; Carry out other duties within the wider context of the school as directed by the Principal or other members of SLT such as duties.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will have the following:
a relevant degree; a DHA licence or is eligible to apply for a DHA licence; at least five years therapy experience; the ability to coach and support families; a commitment to collaborating with other staff members and building strong relationships; a strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection and the wider pastoral care of students in their care; ability to contribute to wider school life outside the classroom in terms of extracurricular activities and school community events; Well-developed concentration, analytic, and reflection skills; Demonstrates ability to challenge appropriately; Remaining calm under pressure and provocation; Proficient IT skills in database, Word processing, PowerPoint, and email; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – verbal and written; Effective negotiating, problem solving skills to gain commitment, confidence and compliance; Demonstrates an excellent student-centred approach; Proficient time management skills; Skills in collating and sharing data; Demonstrable professional levels of literacy and numeracy for report writing and recording.
Note: This job description will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to modification and amendment.
Application Process
Closing date for applications is
Friday, 17th January 2025 at 10h00 UAE time.
Dear Candidate
The application process is:
All applications must be submitted on the TES Portal
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Only applications submitted through the Portal will be considered.
Only applications with the relavnt experience and qualifications will be considered.
Submit an up to date, full resume / CV. Submit a covering letter of no more than two A4 pages. Provide at least three referees’ names, telephone numbers (with international dialling codes), and email addresses. One must be a current employer. The closing date for all applications is
Friday, 17th January 2025 at 10h00 UAE time.
Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date and therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Once initial interviews are concluded, arrangements will be made individually with those candidates who will proceed to the second round of interviews.
Upon request, feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stages.
At Safa Community School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.
About Safa Community School
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, (E311 Road) Dubai United Arab Emirates
Safa Community School - a beacon of excellence. In 2024, we were honoured with the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ title, a testament to our commitment towards student well-being. In addition, we were proud recipients of the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award’, reflecting our dedication to academic progress. This was further underscored by our 2024 GCSE VA score of +2.2. Our high staff retention rates and inclusion in the top 15 Schools in the UAE by the Schoolscompared.com survey are a source of pride for us all.
Notable Highlights
KHDA rated ‘Outstanding’ British Schools Overseas rated ‘Outstanding’ 11th Year of Operation British School of Middle East COBIS Weekly staff professional development and career development
At Safa Community School, we are more than just a school-we are a community. With a parent body comprising Expats, including around 35% from the UK, we have fostered a reputation for being a friendly, warm, and community-oriented school. Our positive relationships among staff, parents, and students are a testament to our inclusive approach, making everyone feel welcomed and part of a larger family. This sense of belonging sets us apart and should make you feel at home in our school.
Safa Community School is not just another school but an award-winning all-through UK curriculum school, from FS1 to Year 13, with 2,570. Follow our school Instagram channel for a glimpse into our vibrant community showcasing student achievements, community events, and much more at
safa\_scs. Discover how we nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a thriving environment for every student.
At Safa Community School, we provide a vibrant and nurturing environment in our Primary Key Stages, where curiosity and creativity thrive. Our exceptional teaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and engaging curriculum inspire young minds to reach their full potential. Offering a range of specialist lessons in the primary phase, such as Modern Foreign Languages (MFL), Performing Arts, STEM, Computing, Music, Art, Swimming, and PE, all taught by specialist teachers, provides our students with a broad and balan
