Classroom Assistant - UAE National

Aldar Education; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 44,640 - 72,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support young learners in a respected Abu Dhabi charter school.

Gain valuable school support experience.

Contribute to a child-centered school community.

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant for their Abu Dhabi school. This full-time role involves supporting teachers and students in a dynamic educational environment, focusing on developing pupils' social skills, emotional well-being, and academic participation.

The ideal candidate is a UAE National with a secondary school certificate or relevant qualification. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to student success in a child-centered learning environment that values collaboration and creativity.

Qualifications

• UAE National candidate.
• Good communication skills for working with pupils, teachers, support staff, and school leaders.
• Patient, caring, respectful, and professional approach to working with children.
• Ability to follow teacher instructions and support classroom routines effectively.
• Willingness to attend meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and groups of pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Help students participate fully in learning activities.
• Provide support for pupils' social, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
• Assist teachers in implementing individual education programmes.
• Monitor pupil progress and share relevant updates.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Pupil supervision

Group instruction support

Individual learning support

Behaviour support

Student wellbeing

Social skills development

Attendance checking

Classroom displays

Learning material preparation

Teacher support

Pupil record assistance

Health and safety awareness

Therapy coordination support

Team collaboration

Safeguarding awareness

Positive communication

School policy compliance

Education

Secondary school certificate or relevant education support qualification

Job description

Classroom Assistant - UAE National Job Snapshot

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE. Industry: Education Management. Function: Classroom Teaching. Experience: Classroom support experience preferred. Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: 4000-6500.

Role Context

The Classroom Assistant will provide daily support to class teachers and pupils by helping with learning activities, student supervision, classroom preparation, displays, attendance, pupil records, and behaviour support. The role contributes to student wellbeing, classroom organisation, social and emotional development, health and safety, and the school's wider aim of nurturing learners through collaboration, leadership, and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and groups of pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Help students participate fully in learning activities and school routines during the day.
• Provide support for pupils' social, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
• Assist teachers in implementing individual education programmes for pupils or small groups.
• Help monitor pupil progress and share relevant updates with class teachers.
• Support students with emotional, behavioural, or additional learning needs.
• Help pupils develop social skills, confidence, positive behaviour, and classroom participation.
• Assist class teachers with maintaining pupil records and checking attendance.
• Prepare and present classroom displays of pupils' work.
• Support teachers with photocopying, material preparation, and other classroom tasks.
• Give group or individual instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Demonstrate instructional activities and help pupils understand assigned tasks.
• Monitor work assigned by the teacher and support pupils while work is in progress.
• Keep pupils focused on classroom tasks and learning expectations.
• Praise and reinforce pupil achievements and report progress to the teacher.
• Reorganise materials and classroom resources at the end of the day.
• Supervise pupils in classrooms, corridors, activity areas, and other school locations.
• Support behaviour expectations and promote pupil self‑esteem in line with school policy.
• Work with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals when required.
• Attend team meetings, staff meetings, and school training sessions as needed.
• Follow school policies, health and safety requirements, safeguarding standards, and professional conduct expectations.
• Complete additional duties as requested by the Principal.

Ideal Profile

• UAE National candidate.
• Secondary school certificate, diploma, or relevant education support qualification preferred.
• Previous classroom assistant, teaching assistant, child support, or school support experience is an advantage.
• Ability to support pupils with learning, behaviour, emotional, social, and physical development needs.
• Good communication skills for working with pupils, teachers, support staff, and school leaders.
• Patient, caring, respectful, and professional approach to working with children.
• Ability to follow teacher instructions and support classroom routines effectively.
• Strong attention to health, safety, attendance, punctuality, and appropriate professional presentation.
• Positive attitude toward teamwork, school policies, and student wellbeing.
• Willingness to attend meetings, training, and professional support sessions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding expectations.
• Police clearance, satisfactory references, or relevant safeguarding checks may be required for appointment.

Skills Set

• Classroom assistance
• Pupil supervision
• Group instruction support
• Individual learning support
• Behaviour support
• Student wellbeing
• Social skills development
• Attendance checking
• Classroom displays
• Learning material preparation
• Teacher support
• Pupil record assistance
• Health and safety awareness
• Therapy coordination support
• Team collaboration
• Safeguarding awareness
• Positive communication
• School policy compliance

Why Join Us

• Support young learners in a respected Abu Dhabi charter school with a strong focus on collaboration, leadership, and creativity.
• Help pupils build confidence, independence, social skills, and positive classroom habits.
• Work closely with teachers and school professionals in a structured education environment.
• Gain valuable school support experience within the UAE's growing education sector.
• Contribute to a child‑centered school community that values inclusion, wellbeing, high expectations, and professional teamwork.

About the Company

Aldar Education is a leading UAE‑based education group operating a growing network of owned and managed schools. The organization is known for child‑centered learning, inclusive values, safeguarding commitment, professional development, and future‑focused school communities across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE.