13 Child Welfare jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/22/2025

We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Social Worker to join our team and support our school students. The ideal candidate will work closely with students, families, and staff to provide guidance, counseling, and support services that promote student well-being and academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide individual and group counseling to students facing social, emotional, or academic challenges.
2. Collaborate with teachers, school leadership, and parents to support students’ social and emotional development.
3. Develop and implement intervention strategies and support plans.
4. Facilitate communication between the school, families, and external agencies when needed.
5. Conduct assessments and maintain accurate case records.
6. Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
7. Lead workshops and information sessions for students and parents on topics such as mental health, bullying prevention, and conflict resolution.

Mandatory Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
2. Holding a UAE Social Worker license or eligibility for licensing.
3. English proficiency at a minimum B2 or C1 level.
4. Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Previous experience working in the UAE educational sector.
2. Familiarity with local cultural sensitivities and legal frameworks related to student welfare.
3. Fluency in Spanish.

Additional Information:

We welcome applications from Emirati nationals.

Highly Competitive Salary: Aligned with leading schools in the region.

Modern and innovative teaching environment.

Professional Growth & Development: Access to training programs and career advancement.

Supportive Leadership: Mentorship from experienced educational leaders.

Collaborative Culture: Opportunities for cross-curricular projects and teamwork.

International Networking: Global connections with educators and institutions.

Tuition Discounts: Scholarship benefits for teaching staff’s children.

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Job Description

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

Job Description

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region

Responsibilities

• Main Roles and Responsibilities
• To work collaboratively as part of the wider Pastoral team.
• To be a good communicator at all levels.
• Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Liaising with colleagues professionally and working flexibly.
• Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support student development.
• Conduct assessments of students' needs, causes, and impacts of difficulties they may face.
• Collaborate with students, parents, teachers, school staff, and the wider community to support the personal, social, mental, and emotional health needs of students.
• Assist students in enhancing their emotional and behavioral competencies, aiming to enable success in the classroom.
• Provide assistance through various support services within the school setting.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal requirements regarding data protection and support.
• Take steps to prevent bullying and support those that have been bullied.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance records for all students. Track daily absences and lateness using school systems (e.g. iSAMS), follow up on unexplained absences, and generate regular reports for senior leaders and pastoral teams.
• Communicate promptly and sensitively with families regarding attendance concerns. Support the implementation of attendance interventions, and work in collaboration with pastoral staff, social workers, and other agencies to address persistent absenteeism.
• Support initiatives that promote good attendance across the school. Contribute to the development of attendance policies and reward systems, and work with students and staff to foster a culture where regular attendance is valued and encouraged.
• Work in collaboration with the School Counsellor to enhance students' personal, social and academic growth.
• Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student's development.
• To support the Lower School Assistant Principal and Middle and Senior School Assistant Principal in cases related to Child Protection/Safeguarding.
• Behaviour Management and Duties
• Follow the school's Behaviour Policy.
• Maintain excellent relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the Academy's Behaviour Policy.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Ensure the Mamoura Values DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy.
• Wider Professional Responsibilities
• To work as part of a wider Pastoral team.
• Support the organizing and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to students' behaviour, well-being and achievements using school systems/processes such as iSams and CPOMS as appropriate.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
  
  

• Bachelor in Social Work or Social Services. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Youth Development, Sociology, or a related field, with four years of relevant experience
• Social Worker License from the Department of Community Development (DCD)
  
  

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in youth related social work.
  
  

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents
• Demonstrable organizational skills
• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence
• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the range of matters addressed
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations
• Experience leading/facilitating CPD
• Commitment to Academy's Vision and Mission Statement
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Education

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Purpose

Assist students with personal, family, educational, mental health, or social development problems.

Advocate for students and work with other individuals and organizations to promote the academic, career, personal, and social development of the student.

Key duties include :

Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth.

Monitor the progress of individual students.

Make contact with parents to discuss student behaviour.

Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying.

Help students develop job search skills, such as resume writing and interviewing techniques.

Help students understand and deal with social, behaviour, and personal problems.

Emphasize preventive and developmental counselling to provide students with life skills needed to deal with problems before they worsen and to enhance students' personal, social, and academic growth.

Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student's development.

Specific duties : GROUP COUNSELLING

Identifies areas that would be appropriate for intervention in the form of group counselling and regularly forms and leads appropriate groups.

Utilizes both large (classroom) groups and small groups to make appropriate academic and behavioural interventions.

CAREER COUNSELING

Coordinates with the Counsellors regarding career options for students and provides appropriate information to students regarding careers.

Assists the counsellors in providing students with information for career exploration and selection to assist them in making appropriate academic course selections relating to their interests.

Maintains an appropriate library / database relating to various careers for students to utilize in their career explorations.

PERSONAL COUNSELLING

Works with individual students and groups of students regarding appropriate social development issues.

Maintains an awareness of cultural influences regarding social development of adolescents.

Monitors students who may be at risk regarding social issues and makes appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

Appropriate license from Department of Community Development (DCD) to carry out social work services is mandatory.

Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents.

Demonstrable organizational skills.

Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence.

Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Arabic proficiency desired.

APPLICATION

An application with a cover letter and CV including details of two referees should be made via the portal and careers site.

THE PROCESS

This job description is not all inclusive.

Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in education in social work.

Valid DCD license from the UAE as a social worker is mandatory.

Minimum Experience : One year of experience in similar role in a school setting.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adoption Social Worker to guide and support children, birth parents, and adoptive families through the adoption process. The successful candidate will handle assessments, counseling, placement coordination, and post-adoption support to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.

• Conduct home studies, family assessments, and background checks for prospective adoptive parents.

• Provide counseling and education to birth parents considering adoption.

• Support adoptive families through the application and placement process.

• Facilitate matching of children with suitable adoptive families, prioritizing the childs best interests.

• Prepare and maintain accurate case records, reports, and legal documentation in compliance with agency policies and state laws.

• Serve as a liaison between birth parents, adoptive families, legal teams, and adoption agencies.

• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support throughout the adoption process.

• Conduct post-placement visits to monitor adjustment and ensure child well-being.

• Develop and deliver adoption education workshops or group sessions as needed.

• Collaborate with other social workers, counselors, and community organizations to provide holistic support services.

• Stay current with adoption laws, policies, and best practices.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work (BSW/MSW) or a related field.

• State licensure or certification as required for practicing social work.

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in child welfare, family services, or adoption work preferred.

• Strong knowledge of adoption laws, processes, and family dynamics.

• Excellent communication, counseling, and mediation skills.

• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to handle emotionally complex situations.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and record-keeping.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel locally for home visits and meetings as required.

• Commitment to child safety, welfare, and ethical practice.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adoption Social Worker to guide and support children, birth parents, and adoptive families through the adoption process. The successful candidate will handle assessments, counseling, placement coordination, and post-adoption support to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.

• Conduct home studies, family assessments, and background checks for prospective adoptive parents.

• Provide counseling and education to birth parents considering adoption.

• Support adoptive families through the application and placement process.

• Facilitate matching of children with suitable adoptive families, prioritizing the childs best interests.

• Prepare and maintain accurate case records, reports, and legal documentation in compliance with agency policies and state laws.

• Serve as a liaison between birth parents, adoptive families, legal teams, and adoption agencies.

• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support throughout the adoption process.

• Conduct post-placement visits to monitor adjustment and ensure child well-being.

• Develop and deliver adoption education workshops or group sessions as needed.

• Collaborate with other social workers, counselors, and community organizations to provide holistic support services.

• Stay current with adoption laws, policies, and best practices.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work (BSW/MSW) or a related field.

• State licensure or certification as required for practicing social work.

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in child welfare, family services, or adoption work preferred.

• Strong knowledge of adoption laws, processes, and family dynamics.

• Excellent communication, counseling, and mediation skills.

• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to handle emotionally complex situations.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and record-keeping.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel locally for home visits and meetings as required.

• Commitment to child safety, welfare, and ethical practice.

Bukhatir Education Advancement & Management (BEAM) is renowned for operating US and UK Curriculum schools under the American School of Creative Science (ASCS) and International School of Creative Science (ISCS) in the UAE and Bahrain. Our campuses are designed to promote traditional moral values, build critical thinking skills, and achieve academic excellence.

BEAM schools in Dubai & Sharjah are seeking creative, passionate, and outstanding Social Workers who value professional development and work-life balance. We aim for our team to deliver high-quality performance while nurturing and inspiring students.

As part of our energetic team, you will motivate students to succeed and maintain a healthy learning environment for all children.

The social worker provides counseling to students and parents, conducts psycho-social assessments, diagnoses behavioral disabilities, and offers recommendations or environmental adjustments at school, home, or community settings with periodic re-evaluations.

They participate in case conferences with school staff and parents, make referrals to the Ministry of Education with follow-up, and serve as a liaison between school and families.

Our safer recruitment policies align with all accrediting bodies, local authorities, and national standards, including the Department for Education's "Keeping Children Safe in Education" and NEASC Safeguarding Standards. We are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo background checks, including references, qualification verification, ID, and police checks, including overseas checks.

Job Title: Psychologist / Social Worker / Family Counsellor

Job Type: Full Time (Permanent)

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Description:

• Experience and Qualifications:
• Doctorate or Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Service, or Family Counseling.
• License and certificates as social care professionals in Abu Dhabi.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in family counseling, psychological counseling, or social service.
• Nationality: Emirati, Gulf, Arab.
• Job Duties:
• Providing family counseling/psychological treatment and intervening in family crises.
• Offering various types of family/psychological/social counseling.
• Receiving and classifying cases that need psychological support.
• Studying cases of emotional disturbance and behavioral deviation.
• Organizing awareness sessions in the fields of psychological, social, and economic counseling.
• Organizing and managing therapy, group counseling, and family support groups.
• Conducting research and studies related to psychological, family, and social problems.
• Planning and implementing studies on various segments of society.

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Social Worker for Al Danah Charter School in Abu Dhabi commencing AY 2025-2026.

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties:

• Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth

• Monitor the progress of individual students

• Make contact with parents to discuss student behaviour

• Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying

• Help students develop job search skills, such as resume writing and interviewing techniques

• Help students understand and deal with social, behaviour, and personal problems

• Emphasize preventive and developmental counselling to provide students with life skills needed to deal with problems before they worsen and to enhance students’ personal, social, and academic growth.

• Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student’s development

GROUP COUNSELLING:

• Identifies areas that would be appropriate for intervention in the form of group counselling and regularly forms and leads appropriate groups.

• Utilizes both large (classroom) groups and small groups to make appropriate academic and behavioural interventions.

CAREER COUNSELING:

• Coordinates with the Counsellors regarding career options for students and provides appropriate information to students regarding careers.

• Assists the counsellors in providing students with information for career exploration and selection to assist them in making appropriate academic course selections relating to their interests.

• Maintains an appropriate library/database relating to various careers for students to utilize in their career explorations.

PERSONAL COUNSELLING:

• Works with individual students and groups of students in regards to appropriate social development issues.

• Maintains an awareness of cultural influences regarding social development of adolescents.

• Monitors students who may be at risk in regards to social issues and makes appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in school counselling or other counselling experience required

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Appropriate license to carryout student counselling

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents

• Demonstrable organizational skills

• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence

• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License
• Other Certification