For Schools & Centres
Staff your inclusion team
Vetted LSAs and shadow teachers, briefed on the child before day one, and supervised by our clinical team throughout the placement — not just handed over.
The problem, plainly
Inclusion staffing is hard to get right.
Agencies send CVs, not context. Staff turn over mid-term. Nobody tells you when a placement isn't working until it's a crisis. You need people who show up prepared, communicate clearly with your SENCO, and are backed by someone accountable when things need adjusting.
What we do
Clinical rigour, genuine follow-through.
Pre-briefed placements
Every LSA arrives with a clear picture of the child's plan and goals, coordinated with your SENCO.
Clinical backup
Our clinical lead is reachable if a placement needs adjusting — you're never left to manage it alone.
Coverage you can rely on
A bench of vetted specialists means fewer gaps when someone is unavailable.
Clear paperwork
Contracts, documentation and certifications handled centrally, not chased term by term.
How it works
Assessment-led, every time.
- Step 1
Listen
We start with your situation and goals — never a template.
- Step 2
Assess
A clinical picture that tells us exactly what support fits.
- Step 3
Plan
The right specialist, matched and supervised from day one.
- Step 4
Review
Progress tracked against real goals, adjusted as needed.
In their words
“The difference is that Special Minds actually follows up. We're not just told to call if there's a problem.”
SENCO, Dubai inclusive school
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Questions you're probably asking.
- How much does it cost to hire an LSA or shadow teacher through Special Minds?
- Rates depend on hours and the child's needs — we'll give you a clear estimate after a short conversation about your requirements.
- How are your LSAs and shadow teachers vetted?
- Every specialist is background-checked, credentialed, and reports into a clinical lead who reviews their work — never freelance or unsupervised.
- What happens if a placement isn't working out, or a specialist is unavailable?
- Our clinical lead is reachable to adjust the placement, and a bench of vetted specialists means fewer gaps when someone is unavailable — you're never left to manage it alone.
- Which curricula do you work with?
- We place staff into British, American and IB curriculum schools across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, coordinating directly with each school's SENCO.
- How quickly can you staff a vacancy?
- It depends on the role and requirements, but most schools see suitable candidates within a week or two of an initial conversation.
Let's talk about your inclusion team.
Tell us what you're short on — a single LSA or a full-term staffing plan — and we'll respond with realistic options.
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