Classroom Assistant - Student Learning Support

Aldar Education LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant - Student Learning Support for Yasmina British Academy in Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE, for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The role focuses on supporting individual pupils and groups inside and outside the classroom, assisting teachers with learning activities and pupil records.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of school-based experience and English language skills appropriate to the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Minimum secondary school certificate.
• Bachelor's degree is also accepted.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and groups inside and outside the classroom.
• Help pupils participate in activities during the school day.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and physical well-being.
• Follow health and safety requirements and school policies.
• Assist with implementation of individual education programmes.
• Monitor pupil progress and assist with pupil records.
• Prepare and present displays of pupils' work.
• Provide academic assistance and supervise learning activities.
• Help monitor and support pupils with additional needs.

Education

Minimum secondary school certificate

Bachelor's degree accepted

Job description

Job Snapshot

Classroom Assistant - Student Learning Support Job Snapshot Role: Classroom Assistant - Student Learning Support Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Education Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a school setting Job Type: Not specified

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Education Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: UAE National Job Type: Not specified Start Date: Academic Year 2026-2027

Position Overview

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant - Student Learning Support for Yasmina British Academy in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. This opportunity is open to UAE Nationals and focuses on supporting individual pupils and groups inside and outside the classroom. The role assists teachers with learning activities, pupil records, behaviour support, supervision and individual education programmes while helping students participate fully in school life and supporting their academic, social, emotional and physical well-being.

Main Duties

• Support individual pupils and groups inside and outside the classroom.
• Help pupils participate fully in a range of activities during the school day.
• Support pupils ' social, emotional and physical well-being.
• Take a proactive approach to health and safety.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education programmes.
• Help monitor pupil progress against agreed support plans.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Help pupils develop appropriate social skills.
• Assist class teachers with maintaining pupil records.
• Prepare and present displays of pupils ' work.
• Support teachers with photocopying and other classroom-related administrative tasks.
• Support the aims and values of the school.
• Follow relevant health and safety requirements, legislation and school policies.

Academic Support

• Provide academic assistance to pupils as directed by the class teacher.
• Deliver group instruction prescribed by the teacher.
• Provide individual instruction when required.
• Demonstrate instructional activities and learning tasks.
• Monitor work assigned by the teacher.
• Check and correct pupils ' work while activities are in progress when directed.
• Help pupils remain focused and engaged with assigned learning.
• Praise and reinforce pupil achievement.
• Report pupil progress and observations to the teacher.
• Reorganize classroom materials at the end of the day.

Supervision and Behaviour Support

• Check pupil attendance as required.
• Supervise pupils in classrooms and other school locations.
• Support development and implementation of the school 's behaviour expectations.
• Promote pupil confidence and self-esteem.
• Encourage appropriate behaviour and positive relationships.
• Respond to misbehaviour in accordance with whole-school policy.
• Help maintain a safe, orderly and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum secondary school certificate.
• Bachelor 's degree is also accepted.
• English language skills appropriate to the school curriculum.

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience working in a school setting.
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.

Candidate Requirements

• UAE National.
• Passion for education and commitment to supporting the whole child.
• High level of professionalism.
• Strong consideration for children 's well-being.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Respect for all members of the school community regardless of position, gender, age or ethnic background.
• Positive and solution-focused approach to work.
• Ability to support pupils with different academic, social and behavioural needs.
• Ability to work effectively under the direction of classroom teachers.

Safeguarding and Appointment Requirements

A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check or police check is required.

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.

About Aldar Education

Aldar Education is a UAE-based education provider operating a group of owned and managed schools across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Its schools serve more than 34,000 students and focus on inclusive learning, educational innovation and supporting students across a range of curricula and learning pathways.