Classroom Assistant UAEN/Al Ain British Academy (Immediately)

SupportFinity™; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in UAE is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support the educational development of students. The role involves assisting with individual pupils and promoting their social and emotional well-being. Candidates should have a High School Certificate and ideally 2 years of experience in a similar role. Strong English and Arabic skills are essential, as well as a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. This is a full-time position with attractive benefits including housing and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical cover

Housing

Free child school places

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Professional approach and ability to deal with stakeholders.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to child development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils.
• Provide support for individual pupils/groups inside and outside the classroom.
• Monitor progress of pupils' individual education programs.

Skills

English language skills

Arabic language proficiency

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Education

High School Certificate

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Full‑time

Negotiable

Entry (0-2 yrs)

Job Description

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant for Al Ain British Academy in Al Ain commencing Immediately.

Al Ain Academy opened in September 2011 providing high quality education in the heritage ‘Garden City’ of the United Arab Emirates. The children are taught the English National Curriculum – tailored to be meaningful to children living in Al Ain. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro‑turf field, two swimming pools, well‑stocked library, a large multi‑purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas. It is an exciting, challenging and enjoyable school to work in where achievement for pupils is at the heart of all we do. The school has achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of data and assessment in all areas of the curriculum.

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

Purpose: Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the SENCO/Class Teachers/Key Stage Leaders.

Key duties include:

• Provide support for individual pupils / groups of pupils inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in a range of activities during the school day and to provide for their social, emotional, and physical well‑being.
• Be pro‑active in matters relating to health and safety.
• Assist in the implementation of individual education programmes for individual pupils / groups of pupils and help monitor their progress.
• Support pupils with additional support needs e.g. emotional and behavioural difficulties and help to develop their social skills.
• Assist class teachers with maintaining pupil records, attendance etc.
• Prepare and present displays of pupils’ work.
• Support class teachers in photocopying, laminating, scanning and other tasks in order to support teaching.
• Support the aims of the school; comply with the requirements of health and safety, other relevant legislation, and school policies.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Attend team and staff meetings as required.
• Prepare materials and resources as required to facilitate effective learning.
• Help promote independent learning and build pupils’ motivation and self‑esteem.
• Work with other professionals e.g. speech therapists, occupational therapists etc. as necessary.
• Giving group instruction as prescribed by the teacher/providing individual instruction.
• Demonstrating various instructional activities to aid in learning.
• Monitoring work assigned by teacher – checking and correcting pupils’ work while in progress.
• Assisting class teacher in monitoring and keeping pupils on task.
• Praising and reinforcing achievements of pupils/reporting pupil progress to teacher.
• Re‑organising study materials at the end of the day.
• Supervising pupils in the classrooms and other locations within the school.
• Disciplining misbehaviour in line with the whole school policy.
• Undertake other duties from time to time within reasonable remit of the role.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High School Certificate.

Minimum Experience: Two years’ experience in a similar role (desirable).

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• English language skills or language applied in the school curriculum. Arabic language proficiency mandatory.
• To be approachable, professional, calm, and knowledgeable.
• To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the wellbeing of children.
• A positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life.
• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self‑belief, integrity, drive and child centered.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi‑cultural environment.

Application

A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via the career page.

What we offer

Aldar Education is a family of world‑class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future‑focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like‑minded, forward‑thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

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.