Social Worker, Youth Development

The British International School Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and adaptable Social Worker to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting students social, emotional, behavioural, and academic wellbeing, while working collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure every child can thrive. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly committed professional to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the inclusive and supportive culture of our vibrant international school community.

The closing date for applications is 6th November 2026.

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive, and highly organised professional who is committed to supporting the wellbeing and success of young people. You will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Social Services, or a related field, and have a minimum of two years' experience in youth-related social work, ideally within an educational setting. You will demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to work effectively with students, families, colleagues, and external agencies.

The successful candidate will be skilled in providing social and emotional support, maintaining accurate records, managing sensitive situations with professionalism, and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture. Above all, you will be passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will provide individual and group support, contribute to intervention planning, assist with crisis response and safeguarding matters, and promote positive partnerships between home and school. You will work collaboratively to identify and address barriers to learning, support student engagement and wellbeing, and ensure that appropriate support systems are in place for students and families.

This is an exciting opportunity for a caring and committed professional who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people and contributing to the wider pastoral and inclusive vision of our school.

The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi is an outstanding-rated school for students aged 3-18, offering a blend of English and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), and BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma. To find out more about our school, visit  or contact our admissions team through this link